The Campaign for Historic Trades

is a dynamic workforce development initiative to expand and strengthen careers in the high–demand field of historic trades.

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Labor Study

The Campaign for Historic Trades releases a first-of-its-kind labor study on the status of historic trades in America. Analysis shows the need for a larger and better-trained historic trades workforce; 100,000 workers needed within the next decade.

Harrison Goodall Preservation Fellowship

Are you part of the preservation community, want to develop your leadership skills, and expand your professional impact? Apply for the Harrison Goodall Preservation Fellowship! The Fellowship awards $10,000 to support an innovative project in the historic preservation field. 

Applications close March 16.

How Can We Help?

Whether you know you want to start your career in the historic trades, or you’re looking for ways to find out, we can help. Here, you can:

Tradesperson sawing lumber at a training

The time between starting a career and becoming a professional is crucial. This period, often underserved, can provide important development and networking vital to your professional success. We can help you to:

Two men in hats bend metal.

The new generation of tradespeople requires the expertise of and investment from today’s craftworkers. See how you can give back and contribute to the profession:

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Training programs are investment and resource intensive. The Campaign is conglomerating information to make it easier to start a program or expand existing ones. Here, you can:

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TTAP Applications Are Open!

TTAP Applications Are Open!

Have you ever imagined building a career where you work with your hands, preserve history, and spend your days in some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the country? If so, the Traditional Trades Advancement Program (TTAP) may be the perfect opportunity. The...

The Artisan Behind the Icon: Philip Reed and the Statue of Freedom

The Artisan Behind the Icon: Philip Reed and the Statue of Freedom

This summer marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a milestone that has turned Washington, D.C. into the center of a yearlong national celebration. The nation’s capital will host state-fair–style festivities, special museum...

Mentorship in Action: The Enduring Power of Apprenticeship

Mentorship in Action: The Enduring Power of Apprenticeship

The apprenticeship system is one of the most enduring forms of vocational mentorship. From ancient Egypt and Babylonia to medieval guilds and today’s preservation job sites, skills have been passed down through close, hands-on relationships between mentors and...

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