Preservation Raleigh

Advocacy Action Alert 🆘 -

Proposed changes to federal law Section 106 threaten vital preservation protections. From Raleigh neighborhoods to historic sites across North Carolina, essential public oversight is under serious threat. Learn how these regulatory rollbacks impact our community. Help Preservation Raleigh and Preservation North Carolina take action by contacting Governor Stein and our state representatives. Learn more in our latest article:

https://mailchi.mp/0668bf527cc7/section106

Enjoy free tours at Mordecai Historic Park on Friday, Aug 28. Explore the Mordecai House, Andrew Johnson’s birthplace, & St. Mark’s Chapel. Tours run every 30 mins from 10 AM to 3 PM.

Event details: https://bit.ly/3WG00IZ

A new film celebrates Oakwood, both the elegant and the ‘little bit odd’ Most of Raleigh’s oldest houses stand in area near downtown that’s the subject of “There’s Something About Oakwood,” which will play in Durham

The 411 on Section 106 from Preservation North Carolina President and CEO Benjamin Briggs - Preservation NC Preservation groups warn changes will enable agencies to bypass oversight to protect our historic and cultural resources from destruction.

Raleigh is updating its Historic Design Standards, and we want to hear from you!

Design Standards help guide exterior changes to buildings in Raleigh's historic districts.

📅 Tuesday, Aug. 11 | 6–8 p.m.
📅 Thursday, Aug. 13 | 8–10 a.m.

📍 Greg Poole, Jr., All Faiths Chapel
1030 Richardson Dr.

Both workshops will cover the same info, so choose the one that fits your schedule. Let us know if you need childcare by Aug. 6! 🚸 https://bit.ly/4hLisLg

🌟Good News for a Place in Peril: the former Hellenic Orthodox Church

You may recall our recent feature article on the former Hellenic Orthodox Church at 211 S. Person Street, adjacent to Moore Square. Built in 1938 by a dedicated group of 25 families, this chapel represents a vital piece of downtown Raleigh’s cultural and architectural history. Identified as one of our 2026 Places in Peril, its future seems uncertain as surrounding blocks transition toward high-density development. Shortly after our article was published, we heard from members of Raleigh’s Greek community as well as the property owners, the Raleigh Rescue Mission.

Representatives from Preservation Raleigh, the local Greek community, the Greek Orthodox Church, and the Raleigh Rescue Mission gathered recently to begin productive discussions on how to landmark and permanently protect this historic chapel.

We are encouraged by this collaborative step forward and will keep you updated as progress continues! Learn more about the chapel and it’s history here:

Places in Peril: Former Hellenic Orthodox Church - Preservation Raleigh Tucked away at 211 S. Person Street is a vital piece of downtown Raleigh’s cultural history. The former Hellenic Orthodox Church represents the neighborhood scale, materials, and diverse heritage that defined the eastern edge of Moore Square. As the surrounding block transitions to high-density de...

July News from Preservation Raleigh! - Happy Birthday to Us * Good news for a PIP * Litchford House + more! https://mailchi.mp/16782cfb6bb9/july2026

🏠Unprotected and on the market: Learn more about the Wright-McMillan house. It is one of our Preservation Raleigh places in peril. We’d love to see a buyer protect and restore this lovely historic space.

The sprawling stone house at 216 Hawthorne Road had been called the “crown jewel” of the neighborhood. In a community like Forest Park, which is renowned for its architectural quality, that is no small praise. Occupying nearly three-quarters of an acre, the 22-room, 6,300-square-foot estate is a commanding presence. The significance of the house is not only architectural, but also cultural.

https://preservationraleigh.org/2026/05/06/the-wright-mcmillan-house

The Wright-McMillan House - Preservation Raleigh The Wright-McMillan House, located at 216 Hawthorne Road in Forest Park is currently on the market for $3.2 million. While the price reflects the home’s size and prime location, it also places the property in a precarious position.

🚨 SECTION 106
Historic preservation protections are facing a major challenge—and Raleigh’s historic places need our voice.

Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act is one of our country's most vital tools for protecting historic sites and cultural landmarks from harmful federal projects. Right now, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) has proposed revisions that would significantly weaken these legal protections.

What does Section 106 mean for us locally, and why does this matter? Read the full update from the National Trust for Historic Preservation below, and sign up for the upcoming webinar to learn how you can help take action. 👇

Section 106 is Under Threat: What You Need to Know | National Trust for Historic Preservation Since the enactment of the National Historic Preservation Act 60 years ago, Section 106 has been the foundational requirement for federal agencies to “take into account” the effects of their actions on historic properties and places. The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation has proposed rev...