Preserving America’s Historic Places
We work to protect and restore historic buildings across the U.S., preserving our cultural legacy for future generations. Our efforts also extend to safeguarding the archaeological, geological, and paleontological resources connected to these sites, ensuring that each location’s full historical and natural heritage is honored and preserved.
Preserving Our Heritage
The American Historical Conservation Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to preserving America’s historical, archaeological, geological, and paleontological heritage.
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Fotheringay, located in Elliston, Virginia, is a vital piece of American history and architectural heritage. Built around 1796 by enslaved laborers, this Federal-style home was the residence of Colonel George Hancock, a Revolutionary War officer, U.S. Congressman, and father-in-law to explorer William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. While the house itself remains protected, the surrounding 276 acres of historic land that once supported the estate and its enslaved workforce now face serious threats from a proposed large-scale housing development. This land, rich in cultural and historical significance, represents the labor, lives, and stories of those who lived and worked there. Preserving Fotheringay is about honoring its architectural legacy and safeguarding the broader landscape that gives context to its history. Protecting this land ensures that future generations can experience the full depth of America’s past, both the triumphs and the truths.
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