Historic Preservation

Historic Preservation Programs in Olympia

Learn about Olympia's dedication to Historic Preservation.

• Historic Preservation Assessment and Action Plan
• Olympia Preservation Programs
• Special Valuation Tax Incentive Program for Historic Properties
• City of Olympia Heritage Commission
• Design Review Requirements for Historic Property Owners
• 2010 Preservation Award Nomination Form 
• Modern Architecture Context Statement
• Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation

Historic Properties in Olympia

• State and National Historic Property Listings
• Downtown Historic District
• Historic Properties Listings

Historic Preservation News, Resources and Events

• Consultants and Contractors
• Researching the History of Your Home
• Repairing Historic Windows 
• Energy Efficiency and Preservation
• Interior Storm Windows
• Windows: New Strategies
• Old House Journal
• Preservation and Green Building - a Lasting Relationship
• The National Trust Sustainability Initiative
• Preservation Events
• Preservation Briefs from the National Park Service
• Financial Assistance for Preservation
• Lead Safety for Rennovation, Repair and Painting
• Window Know-how
• Video - Historic Windows and Doors, Preserving the Value of Original Woodwork

The Olympia Heritage Commission partnered with Art Deco Society NW and the Olympia Downtown Association to repaint the historic depot sign in April 2010.