National Trust Lists 11 Endangered Historic Sites Nationwide
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Washington — The National Trust for Historic Preservation on Wednesday named 11 sites to its 2026 list of the most endangered historic places in the United States, linking the selection to themes surrounding America's 250th anniversary. The announcement specifically mentions locations including Stonewall National Monument, the President's House Site and the Women's Rights National Historic Park.
The Trust and its president and CEO, Carol Quillen, said this week the list highlights places that reflect long-term struggles for equality; the named sites span New York, California, Alabama, Texas, Michigan and the Four Corners region. The announcement aims to raise public awareness and focus attention on preservation needs and potential support for those sites in the months ahead.
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Timeline
- 1. National Trust compiles its annual most endangered historic places list as part of ongoing preservation work.
- 2. For 2026 the Trust adopted an America250 equality theme when selecting candidate sites.
- 3. The Trust finalized and announced 11 endangered sites to the media on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
- 4. Carol Quillen, the Trust's president and CEO, provided quoted remarks to The Associated Press explaining the thematic focus.
- 5. Multiple outlets republished the AP report, listing example sites and their geographic distribution to raise awareness.
Why it matters
These sites are part of our shared history. They tell stories of struggle, resilience, and progress. If you value preserving these narratives, consider supporting the Trust's efforts. Visit a site, donate, or spread the word.
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