There are lots of things I look forward to in March as spring nears, like melting snow, daffodils, warmer sunny days, and… the PA SHPO Annual Report!
Author: Shelby Weaver Splain (Page 1 of 22)
Shelby Weaver Splain is the Survey & Education Section Supervisor for the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office. Shelby is a native of Bucks County and holds a Masters degree in Historic Preservation Planning from Cornell University and a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Historic Preservation from Goucher College.
Are you passionate about conserving resources in Pennsylvania for the benefit of future generations? The Historical & Museum Commission is searching for an Environmental Review, Streamlining Coordinator to assist the PA State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO) deliver an effective and efficient Environmental Review program. You will have the opportunity to proactively assist federal and state agencies in the identification of archaeological resources in advance of anticipated projects. Do not miss out on this unique and critical career opportunity!
I’ll start by offering an apology to anyone who now has this holiday classic from the Sound of Music running on a loop in their head. I was looking for a new twist on our traditional end-of-year blog highlights and the “My Favorite Things” song kept popping up in my mind.
I’m excited to introduce you to some of my colleagues who joined the SHPO team over the last six months. I’ve asked Nika, Clare, Anusha, and Sarah to answer a few questions so we can get to know them better. We’re happy they’re here!
Are you exploring the field of historic preservation, public history or archaeology and looking for some real-world experience? The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission’s Keystone Internship Program provides opportunities to pursue your professional growth and contribute to sharing Pennsylvania’s rich heritage with the public.
We’d like to invite college and graduate school students interested in historic preservation, archaeology, community planning, cultural resources, architectural history, public history, and other related fields to apply for their summer 2026 internship.
We are often contacted by Pennsylvanians looking for assistance to help them preserve a historic place of worship in their community. When I learned of this new program by Partners for Sacred Places, I asked Emily Sajdak, Partners Director of Rural Initiatives, to provide our readers with some information about this opportunity. I’m happy to share the following…
I am excited to announce this year’s lineup for the virtual Learn at Lunchtime series during October for Archaeology Month. Sign up now for the four free presentations scheduled for Fridays this October.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has recently posted an Expression of Interest (EOI) for a historic reuse opportunity at the former Butler VA Hospital in Butler Township, Butler County.
The VA reached out to PA SHPO for assistance in sharing this opportunity with the development community. If you are a developer, read on. If you work with a developer or know a developer, share this post! Expressions of Interest are due August 30, 2025.
Partnership is often a key ingredient for a preservation outcome. The value of partnership and collaboration, the importance of preservation networks, and leveraging resources are all central ideas of Pennsylvania’s statewide historic preservation plan, Historic Preservation: The Keystone of Community. Continue reading
This edition of Just Listed! includes a variety of Pennsylvania places from across the Commonwealth listed in the National Register of Historic Places in the first half of 2025. These twenty-two properties include places associated with transportation, architecture, industry, commerce, healthcare, neighborhoods, and religion.
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