19 Quotes by Richard Moe

There is not a concentration of historic structures in America, let alone the world, like those in New Orleans. The architecture is as important to the culture of New Orleans as the food, the jazz, and the festivals. To lose it would be unimaginable.

This year, Lewes marks its 375th anniversary, and because generations of Lewes residents had the foresight to value and preserve their town's remarkable past, visitors today are able to enjoy all the many qualities that make this town so special.

Arrow Rock's fascinating history represents a microcosm of the frontier experience in Missouri. A small, historic and unspoiled town, Arrow Rock had the good sense to hang on to what makes it so special. The result is a vibrant community that offers travelers an ideal retreat.

This is the first time we have done anything on this scale. The human needs come first, but at the same time these people need places to come back to.

This is the first time we have done anything on this scale,

It's the way we've used land. We haven't thought of it as historic.

In a time of great racial inequity, Julius Rosenwald worked with communities across the South and Southwest to improve educational opportunities for African-Americans. We can't risk losing the tangible reminders of this great collaboration.

Buffalo is one of America's great designed cities. The interweaving of great architecture, landscape architecture and important historic sites makes Buffalo a must see destination for preservationists, designers, history buffs, and anyone wishing to see an inspiring example of American design.

There may have been a time when preservation was about saving an old building here and there, but those days are gone. Preservation is in the business of saving communities and the values they embody.