Measuring the Social Impacts of Preservation on Disadvantaged Communities

Measuring the Social Impacts of Preservation on Disadvantaged Communities

by Erica Mollon

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This thesis explores how preservation organizations working in the United States use various strategies to make positive social impacts, in addition to physical improvements, within disadvantaged communities. By looking at the social impacts of preservation, rather than the economic advantages, this study aims to expand upon the common success measures and further expand the tools with which the preservation field can demonstrate relevance. This research, conducted through a series of case studies, focuses on preservation institutions working throughout the United States. To measure the social capital, a combination of interviews and surveys with the organizations and people in the community was balanced with nationally-available data.

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    How do you personally define the value of historic preservation in a neighborhood, and how has your perspective shifted from focusing on physical architecture to considering social impacts?

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    In what ways can preservation initiatives inadvertently create tension or displacement within disadvantaged communities, and how can organizations better navigate this delicate balance?

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