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| Formation | Act of Congress, October 26, 1949 |
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| Type | nonprofit, member-supported |
| Headquarters | Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Membership | approximately 300,000 |
President | Carol Quillen |
Main organ | Board of Trustees |
| Website | savingplaces |
The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a privately funded, nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C., that works in the field of historic preservation in the United States. The member-supported organization was founded in 1949 by congressional charter to support the preservation of America’s diverse historic buildings, neighborhoods, and heritage through its programs, resources, and advocacy.