Since 1982, the Preservation Trust of Vermont has recognized individuals and organizations who have made special contributions to preserving Vermont’s historic places.

We are thrilled to share with you the five projects that received 2022 Preservation Awards recently at the Downtown and Historic Preservation Conference in St. Johnsbury.

These projects are the result of hard work, persistence, thoughtfulness and deep commitment.

Enjoy the stories of how they all happened in the 3-minute award videos below!
New Avenue, St. Johnsbury

For the complete rehabilitation of the New Avenue Project, a cornerstone of downtown St. Johnsbury, a 2022 Preservation Award goes to Evernorth, RuralEdge, New Depot Square Commercial Properties, LLC, Duncan Wisniewski Architecture, and Bread Loaf Corporation.

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Jan Lewandoski, Timber Framer

For a lifetime contribution to preservation of Vermont's churches, bridges, barns and more, a 2022 Preservation Award goes to Jan Lewandoski.
Lincoln Place Apartments, Rutland

For bringing new life and purpose to a mid-century modern school building in Rutland, a 2022 Preservation Award goes to the Housing Trust of Rutland County, Arnold & Scangas Architects, Neagley & Chase Construction Company, and Lyssa Papazian, Historic Preservation Consultant.
Friends of the Lost Mural, Burlington

For the rescue and restoration of Ben Zion Black's historic mural, and for expansive thinking on being a welcoming community, a 2022 Preservation Award goes to the Friends of the Lost Mural.
Peacham Congregational Church and Peacham Children's Center

For partnering to address the need for childcare in rural Vermont, a 2022 Preservation Award goes to the Peacham Congregational Church and the Peacham Children's Center.