SAVANNAH, Ga. (WJCL) — An organization known for its building preservation is celebrating 60 years of service.
The Historic Savannah Foundation kicked off its 60th anniversary celebration on Monday morning.
The foundation was established in 1955 in an effort to save the historic Davenport House, built in 1820, from demolition.
Their mission is to preserve and protect Savannah’s heritage through advocacy and education.
“We’re going to go about our business; we’re going to keep taking care of this city,” said Daniel Carey, President and Chief Operating Officer of the foundation. “We’re going to keep saving buildings with our revolving fund, we’re going to keep advocating for good preservation and we’re going to keep educating our youth about the value of preservation.”
Since its inception in 1955, the Historic Savannah Foundation has saved over 360 buildings in Savannah.
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