The National Park Service administers two Federal designation programs, the National Register of Historic Places and the National Historic Landmarks Program.

Working with State Historic Preservation Offices,Tribal Historic Preservation Offices, and Federal Preservation Offices, the National Park Service maintains the National Register of Historic Places. This is the official list of properties that are deemed worthy of preservation. Places listed in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) tell stories that are important to a local community, the citizens of a specific state, or all Americans. Properties listed in the NRHP may be owned by private individuals, universities, non-profits, governments, and/or corporations.

The National Park Service also administers the National Historic Landmarks (NHL) Program. Properties designated as NHLs tell important stories related to the history of the nation overall. These properties must also possess a high level of historic integrity.

*Note: All properties designated NHLs are included in the National Register of Historic Places.

For more information on listing in the National Register click here.