Stratfield Historic District - BridgeportCT.gov

Helpful Resources for Historic HomeownersLOCALStratfield Historic District Association (SHDA)The Stratfield Historic District Association is a non profit organization of propertyowners and residents of the Stratfield Historic District. The organization is committedto preservation of property values and the quality of life within the District.Bridgeport Public Library – Historical Collectionshttp://www.bridgeportpubliclibrary.org/HC/default.phpMary Witkowski, Head of the Historical Collections, is also Bridgeport’s officialhistorian and an advocate of historic preservation. Mary and her staffers can help youlocate Information on the history of your property and the people who lived there!STATEConnecticut Trust for Historic Preservationhttp://www.cttrust.orgThe Connecticut Trust’s mission is to preserve the character and ensure the vitalityof Connecticut’s historically significant places. Through education, advocacy, collaborationand support, the Trust assists residents and community organizations throughoutthe state to preserve, protect, and revitalize Connecticut’s historically significantcommunities.Connecticut Trust Circuit RidersThis program, a partnership between the Connecticut Trust and the National Trustfor Historic Preservation, provides direct, hands-on preservation expertise and smallplanning grants to communities throughout the state.Brad SchideGregory Farmer(860-463-0193) (203-464-7380)Charles C. Shanner Memorial Fund for Historic HomesAdministered by the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation, this fund providesfree expert consultations to help low to moderate income home owners in localhistoric districts find solutions that preserve the historic character of their homes.Connecticut Preservation Actionhttp://www.preservationaction.org/states/ct-stateprofile.htmPreservation Action seeks to make historic preservation a national priority byadvocating to all branches of the federal government for sound preservation policyand programs through an empowered grassroots constituency.State Historic Preservation OfficeConnecticut Commission on Culture and TourismHistoric Preservation and Museum Division59 South Prospect StreetHartford, Connecticut 06106Phone: 860-566-3005 Fax: 860-566-5078State Historic Homes Rehabilitation Tax Creditshttp://www.cultureandtourism.orgProvides a thirty percent tax credit, up to $30,000 per dwelling unit, forrehabilitation of 1-4 family buildings in targeted areas. At least one of the housingunits must be owner-occupied for five years. Call 860-566-3005 ext 317.NATIONALNational Trust for Historic Preservationhttp://www.nationaltrust.orgThe National Trust champions preservation by providing leadership, education,advocacy, and resources to people working to preserve, improve and enjoy theplaces that matter to them.75 Rusling Place 68 Blackman Place 735 Clinton Avenue