Understanding the Role and Function of The National Trust for Historic Preservation1967-01-01unknownhttp://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/enghttp://congressarchives.org/record/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0027The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a private organization chartered by Congress to encourage public participation in preserving significant sites, buildings, and objects in American history and culture. It was established to protect our heritage from threats of destruction and promotes preservation projects through various means. Membership is open to individuals, organizations, and corporations, with contributions being tax-deductible.