Welcome to the OHP!
The California Office of Historic Preservation (OHP) administers federally and state mandated historic preservation programs to further the identification, evaluation, registration, and protection of California's irreplaceable resources. Explore our webpages, learn more about the OHP, and join us in preserving and celebrating California’s heritage!
The OHP is Hiring!
The California Office of Historic Preservation continues to expand our team! We are currently hiring three Associate State Archaeologists to join our project review staff. Expand your knowledge and understanding of the Section 106 review process, and put your writing, organizational, and communication skills to work in the cause of preserving California's cultural and archaeological heritage. Access the official job bulletin for details and application instructions. Application Deadline: April 8, 2024.
Project Submittals for the OHP
Our office now accepts and prefers project submittals via email. Visit our Submission Guidance page for instructions on how to submit materials electronically.Preservation News & Updates
- Accepting Nominations for 2024 Governor's Historic Preservation Awards!
- Important Changes to Submission Process for Fed Historic Tax Program!
- The ACHP adopts Climate Change and Historic Preservation Policy Statement
- Presidential Memorandum Outlines Uniform Standards for Tribal Consultation
- Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Annual Report for FY2022
OHP Monthly ePost
Preservation news and topics
Sustainable Preservation
California's Statewide Historic Preservation Plan 2013-2017
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