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National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers

The National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (NATHPO) is a non-profit membership organization of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (THPOs) that supports and encourages Tribal historic preservation programs. We provide guidance to preservation officials, elected representatives, and the public about national historic preservation legislation, policies, and regulations. We promote Tribal sovereignty, develop partnerships, and advocate for Tribes in governmental activities on preservation and funding issues.

Protecting Native Places

Empowering Tribal preservation leaders to protect culturally important places that perpetuate Native identity, resilience, and cultural endurance. Connections to cultural heritage sustain the health and vitality of Native peoples.

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The National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers is a non-profit organization that relies upon support and partnerships. Help NATHPO elevate Tribal voices in cultural and historic preservation to protect Native places.

Recent News

NATHPO August 6th 2025 News Release

August 6, 2025

ATTENTION THPOS: As you’re likely aware, the National Park Service (NPS) is now able to able to process applications for the full FY 2025 THPO apportionment grant. If you haven’t seen it already, here is the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) link).

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NATHPO July 31st 2025 News Release

July 31, 2025

The National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (NATHPO) is calling on the Administration to do more to ensure Tribal Nations their concerns about pending regulations are taken seriously. Right now, as myriad Federal agencies work to remove protections under the National Environmental Policy Act, at least two agencies have provided contradictory deadlines for public comment.

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NATHPO July 29th 2025 News Release

July 29, 2025

Washington, D.C., July 22, 2025 – The National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (NATHPO), is excited to announce the recipients of its 2025 Protecting Native Places Grants. This year marks a historic expansion of the program, with the number of recipients and size of the grants significantly increasing.

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Fort Belknap Tribal Lands

THPO Medicine Circle

This event and all events in this series are open to only THPO & THPO staff. We appreciate others are interested in this topic, but this is a space for THPOs.

Pala Swinging Bridge

THPO Forum: Policy & Practice

This event and all events in this series are open to only THPO & THPO staff. We appreciate others are interested in this topic, but this is a space for THPOs.

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