Press Release
November 7, 2024
Contact: Lynda Ozan
State Historic Preservation Office, Oklahoma Historical Society
Office: 405-522-4484
lynda.ozan@history.ok.gov
www.okhistory.org/shpo
Free Webinar to Give Overview of National Register of Historic Places
OKLAHOMA CITY — On Friday, November 15, from 10-11:30 a.m., the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will hold a webinar to discuss an overview of working with the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). Lynda Ozan, deputy state historic preservation officer, will be the featured presenter. Ozan has written or co-authored more than 150 NRHP nominations and one National Historic Landmark nomination.
The NRHP is the foundation of the SHPO’s programs, and a basic understanding of it is essential for those involved in historic preservation at all levels of government and the private sector. This workshop provides detailed information about the criteria for listing, criteria considerations and areas of significance.
Registration is required. For more information, contact Lynda Ozan, deputy state historic preservation officer, at 405-522-4484 or lynda.ozan@history.ok.gov.
The State Historic Preservation Office is a division of the Oklahoma Historical Society. The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state. Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information about the OHS, please visit www.okhistory.org.
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