HPC Endangered Building List 2026 with local historian and Historic Preservation Commission member Denise Lincoln

The Historic Preservation Commission’s 2026 Endangered Building List is shining a spotlight on some of the community’s most vulnerable historic structures and the urgent need to preserve them for future generations. Local historian and Historic Preservation Commission member Denise Lincoln says the annual list is designed to raise awareness about buildings that face threats from neglect, deterioration, or possible demolition while also encouraging restoration efforts and community involvement. Lincoln emphasizes that protecting these landmarks helps preserve the area’s architectural heritage and local history, ensuring the stories connected to these places are not lost.