Cleveland Restoration Society

The Cleveland Restoration Society and Preservation Resource Center of Northeastern Ohio (CRS) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization which strives to develop economically-viable solutions to preservation challenges in order to preserve and enhance the architectural heritage of our region. Founded in 1972, CRS is a Local Partner of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and is the primary local historic preservation organization in Northeastern Ohio.

CRS is located in the historic Sarah Benedict House in Cleveland's Upper Prospect National Register Historic District. Through its professional staff, the organization provides technical assistance, educational programs and publications to individuals and organizations pursuing historic preservation opportunities. CRS's strong and diverse Board of Trustees and Community Advisors contribute greatly to the success of the organization.

The mission of the Cleveland Restoration Society is to advance the preservation of Greater Cleveland's historic resources through:

• creative initiatives aimed at assisting property owners with the preservation of historic properties;
• skillful and well-placed advocacy for significant and threatened landmarks;
• programs designed to educate property owners and the public and to foster increased interest in the quality of Greater Cleveland's built environment.

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