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THE VALUE OF PRESERVATION
Preservation is embodied history
Preservation is sustainability
Preservation is climate action
AiP Jammers (our volunteers) use preservation as a powerful tool for change. We’re motivated by the belief that saving historic buildings has a positive impact creating far-reaching benefits. Our teams re-plaster, repoint, reglaze, repair and see the rewards of learning and applying the traditional techniques of each region.
Our jammers explain “Why Preservation”
“I’m so glad AiP exists. I haven’t just learned something new in an amazing environment, but I’ve gained new friends.”
—Marshall, Dunans Jammer
“When I found Adventures in Preservation, I was so excited to see the work that you do – both in terms of the projects themselves and the educational and cultural opportunities they provide. Your company incorporates so many things that are important to me and have been on my mind – the hands-on experience, getting people involved in preservation, and travel beyond just tourism.”
—Samantha, Graduate Student, Slovenia Jammer
GLOBAL IMPACT
Adventures in Preservation (AiP) has an ambitious plan to continue growing our organization, allowing us to engage with more communities and to provide volunteers with authentic cultural immersion. With 49+ projects in 10 countries under our belt, we strive to do even more to safeguard heritage, foster community sustainability and provide a transformative travel experience.
When you join Adventures in Preservation at a project, learning & using your skills to save valuable architectural heritage, you make it possible for historic buildings to remain a vital part of the community’s economy and story. Your involvement will make a positive impact in ways you may not have imagined.
Put your hands on history - you'll be glad you did!
PRIDE IN COMMUNITY
It has long been understood that saving a community's most cherished historic buildings brings pride and a sense of identity to residents, increasing social stability and decreasing unrest. Historic buildings are a physical embodiment of the area's history and culture. Once community members see that their heritage is valued by people from around the world, they feel seen and empowered.
SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH
AiP quickly discovered that a community's architectural heritage is often the only resource available to build a sustainable economy. Whether in the US or abroad, well-managed heritage tourism can provide the key to improving the standard of living for community members. Once historic buildings are destroyed, this path to revitalization is lost.
CLIMATE ACTION
Have you heard about the compelling connection between building conservation and mitigating climate change? Due to the commitment and hard work of our Jammers, together we are able to keep valuable cultural heritage in use and out of the landfill. Reusing an existing building can actually help an entire community reduce its carbon footprint.
LIFE-LONG FRIENDS
You'll make amazing life-long friends both in the community and among your fellow jammers!