FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 21, 2025) – The Kentucky Heritage Council is accepting applications from cities interested in hosting the 2027 Statewide Historic Preservation Conference. Applications will be accepted through Dec. 31, 2025.
Held every two years, the statewide preservation conference is Kentucky’s premier gathering for preservation professionals, city officials, community leaders and historic preservation advocates. The event attracts over 200 participants from across the commonwealth and beyond to share best practices, explore emerging trends and celebrate Kentucky’s rich historic resources.
“Hosting this conference is a unique opportunity for a Kentucky community to showcase its historic character, engage local partners and highlight preservation successes on a statewide stage,” said Kentucky Heritage Council Executive Director Craig Potts.
The 2027 conference, scheduled for May 2027, will feature educational sessions, workshops, tours and networking events. While the Heritage Council coordinates programming and educational content, the selected host city will be responsible for securing venues, coordinating hospitality and organizing local support for the event.
Application Details
To be considered, applicants must submit:
- A letter of interest from the mayor or city manager;
- A statement of purpose highlighting the community’s historic assets and preservation efforts;
- Description of proposed venues and off-site tour opportunities;
- Overview of local support, volunteers and community partners;
- Preliminary budget outline;
- Accommodations and transportation plan; and
- Optional supporting materials may also be included.
Applications are due by Dec. 31, 2025, and must be submitted online through the Kentucky Heritage Council’s Conference Application Portal at heritage.ky.gov.
For more information, contact:
Nicole Roth, Site Identification Program Administrator
Email: nicole.roth@ky.gov
Phone: 502-892-3606
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An agency of the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, the Kentucky Heritage Council / State Historic Preservation Office is responsible for the identification, protection and preservation of prehistoric resources and historic buildings, sites and cultural resources throughout the Commonwealth, in partnership with other state and federal agencies, local communities and interested citizens. www.heritage.ky.gov