Historic preservation does not happen by accident. It survives because committed people step forward, ask tough questions, and take meaningful action to protect the places that shape a community.

Great news for one of Phoenix's most beloved landmarks: the Mystery Castle has a new owner with a clear commitment to its preservation and long-term future.

One of downtown Phoenix’s most colorful grassroots traditions returns Sunday, April 5, 2026, as The Not-Necessarily-Annual Easter Parade & Matzo Ball brings music, art, wildlife, and community celebration to the historic Monroe Street Abbey, 302 W. Monroe St.

On March 19, the Arizona State Parks Board voted to approve eight Fiscal Year 2026 Heritage Fund Historic Preservation grants totaling $453,130 – funding that will protect and stabilize some of the most significant historic structures in the state.

The Arizona Heritage Alliance commended the Arizona State Parks Board for approving Fiscal Year 2026 Heritage Fund grants totaling $848,847 across three funding categories: Historic Preservation, Environmental Education, and Local, Regional, and State Parks (LRSP).

Architecture tells stories – stories of innovation, community, cultural identity, and the visionaries who shape our built environment. This April, the Arizona Preservation Foundation is proud to sponsor the 2026 Arizona Architectural Film Showcase, a unique three-night celebration that brings these stories to life through the lens of independent documentary filmmakers.

Architecture tells stories – stories of innovation, community, cultural identity, and the visionaries who shape our built environment. This April, the Arizona Preservation Foundation is proud to sponsor the 2026 Arizona Architectural Film Showcase, a unique three-night celebration that brings these stories to life through the lens of independent documentary filmmakers.

Arizona is facing a housing affordability challenge – and there is broad agreement that middle housing must be part of the solution. Duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, and townhomes can expand housing choice, promote walkability, and support more inclusive communities. But housing policy must be done thoughtfully.

We're excited to share an exceptional opportunity for middle and high school students across Arizona! The Preserve America Youth Summit: Next Generation Stewards is coming to Flagstaff, June 1-4, 2026, and applications are now open.