Blog of the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office

Month: March 2026

PA SHPO is Hiring a Western Region Community Preservation Coordinator!

Are you interested in helping preserve places that tell Pennsylvania’s history? If so, join the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission as a Western PA Community Preservation Coordinator in the PA State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO). This position is responsible for providing technical preservation assistance to municipalities and partner organization across the region. You will have the opportunity to evaluate historic resources for National Register eligibility, support Certified Local Governments, and collaborate on State Historic Preservation Office initiatives, including partnership work with PennDOT.

Don’t miss out on this unique career opportunity! Apply today through 3/31/2026 to become an essential part of our team where you will play a vital role in our mission to discover, protect, and share Pennsylvania’s past, inspiring others to value and use our history in meaningful ways.

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Historic Tax Credits @ Work: The Westinghouse Air Brake Company General Office

The Westinghouse Air Brake Company General Office is another example of a successful historic tax credit project in Pennsylvania. This latest installment of “Historic Tax Credits @ Work” highlights how a historic industrial landmark can be thoughtfully rehabilitated and reused as educational and event space. Today, the well-known Wilmerding landmark once again supports the community while reminding visitors of its important role in the region’s industrial past.

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