Welcome to the National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers
The National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (NATHPO) is a non-profit membership organization of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (THPOs) that supports and encourages Tribal historic preservation programs. We provide guidance to preservation officials, elected representatives, and the public about national historic preservation legislation, policies, and regulations. We promote Tribal sovereignty, develop partnerships, and advocate for Tribes in governmental activities on preservation and funding issues.
As part of Preservation Month, the National Trust for Historic Preservation is celebrating People Saving Places, a national high-five to everyone doing the great work of preserving historic places. NATHPO has been tapped to share our successes, challenges, and hopes for the future. Challenges Into Opportunities: The National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers | National Trust for Historic Preservation (savingplaces.org)
New Guide Aims to Help Change Derogatory Place Names on Public Lands
“A Guide To Changing Racist and Offensive Place Names in the United States” — co-sponsored by NATHPO and The Wilderness Society — provides a step-by-step tutorial on how to apply to name or rename offensive places through the U.S. The free guide also provides advice for engaging Tribes, local communities, and state naming authorities.
NATHPO Testimony in Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Hearing on NAGPRA, February 2, 2022
Watch recording here: Oversight Hearing "The Long Journey Home: Advancing the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act’s Promise After 30 Years of Practice”
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THPO Toolkit: Sec 106 Discussion
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There are more than 200 NPS-recognized THPOs. These Indian Tribes have assumed the responsibilities of the State Historic Preservation Officers for their respective Tribal lands. These 200+ sovereign governments have a land base exceeding 50 million acres spanning 30 states.
Community Postings
Job postings, available internships, and grant opportunities provided to NATHPO from you, our community, partners, and other Tribal & cultural resource organizations and firms.
About NATHPO
NATHPO is a national non-profit membership organization that empowers Tribal preservation leaders to protect culturally important places that perpetuate Native identity, resilience, and cultural endurance.
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The National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers is a non-profit organization that relies upon support and partnerships.
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