APT’s MISSION is to advance appropriate traditional and new technologies to care for, protect, and promote the longevity of the built environment and to cultivate the exchange of knowledge throughout the international community.


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APT is dedicated to fostering equity and cultural diversity within the historic preservation field. One way APT advances this goal is through the Equity Scholars Program, which provides funding for students and professionals to attend the annual conference. Want to help support the cause? All purchases made through the Patti the Preservationist shop directly support this scholarship program. 

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The APT Annual Conference is coming to Providence, RI 
November 11-15, 2025

Water is the lifeblood of Rhode Island, the Ocean State. Canals and rivers connect industrial centers throughout New England to Providence and its harbor on the northern edge of Narragansett Bay. This conference will explore how the power of water, craft, and architecture can be harnessed in Revolution and Innovation. Learn More

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