The state agency that supports historic preservation across Tennessee and shares information about historic properties.
The Tennessee Historical Commission supports historic preservation across the state, including programs related to historic properties, markers and preservation guidance. Owners of older homes in Nashville and across Middle Tennessee may come across its resources when they learn about the history of a property or consider how to update it respectfully.
We are an independent firm and are not part of the commission or the state. We explain general ideas about historic homes, such as keeping original woodwork, repairing instead of replacing when possible and choosing reversible updates, and we point you to the official site for details about programs. If your property is in a historic district or has easements, local rules may apply, and we help you prepare materials for reviews.
Visit the official Tennessee Historical Commission website
Supports preservation in Tennessee.
Background on historic places.
Resources for owners and communities.
Guidance on caring for old buildings.
Original woodwork, plaster and finishes.
Districts may add review.
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