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At the nation's founding, the federal government began planning for public buildings that would serve both functional and ceremonial purposes. Classically inspired architecture became a symbol of the democratic ideals of the newly formed government.
Created in 1949, GSA is the proud steward of more than 480 historic buildings constructed between the early nineteenth and mid twentieth centuries. Discover how federal building design has evolved through history and responded to changes in technology, society, and architectural thought.
GSA's historic preservation program provides national leadership for compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act and other historic building stewardship directives. The agency is committed to reinvesting in the country's landmarks so that they may continue to serve the American people.
Recent successes include:
GSA is proud to be a partner in this initiative to strengthen government-wide preservation efforts, enhance and use historic properties for the benefit of the public, including heritage tourism.
Visit GSA's Preserve America page for details on how GSA programs fulfill the initiative's efforts.
For information on how the entire federal government is making a difference, visit preserveamerica.gov.
Lists the nation's historic places worthy of preservation. GSA owns/maintains over 300 properties on the list, and is actively working to nominate approximately 140 additional eligible properties.
U.S. General Services Administration