Welcome to PLSI

The Preservation League of Staten Island (PLSI) is the only borough-wide historic preservation organization in New York City. Organized in 1977, the PLSI’s mission is to enrich Staten Island’s sense of community by promoting and advocating the conservation of its diverse and significant historic built environment and cultural landscapes. It has been active in advocating for preservation through various programs including a yearly awards program, a newsletter on preservation issues, home tours and technical assistance.

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Preservation League of Staten Island Landmarks Map:

This map of historic structures on Staten Island is a work in progress. As new landmarks are designated we will add them to the map. If you know of an historic landmark that we have missed, please email us the name, address and the NYC Landmarks Commission report. We do need this info to verify landmark status before uploading Thanks for your efforts and happy historic walking on Staten Island!

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The PRESERVATION LEAGUE OF STATEN ISLAND

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Upcoming Events

walking tours

PLSI will be sponsoring WALKING TOURS

of Staten
Island neighborhoods highlighting some of the historic and Landmarked buildings in each neighborhood. Check our Blog and Website for scheduled tours.

Call us for more info on the tours.

New Book on

Staten Island

Staten Island’s 350th Anniversary: Discovering Staten Island

The History Press is proud to present this new title from Kenneth M. Gold and Lori R. Weintrob.

Contributors of chapters include Barnett Shepherd and Patricia M. Salmon.

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Questions?? Call us 718-980-1551

Dear Preservationist,

THE 2011 AWARDS FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION

The Preservation League of Staten Island is holding its annual PRESERVATION AWARDS ceremony on Saturday, April 16th starting at 1:00 PM New Dorp Moravian Church, 2205 Richmond Road. This program is a showcase for the love and vitality that Staten Island homeowners have for Staten Island.

Past awardees include Tottenville Historical Society, Westerleigh Civic Association, St. George Theatre, Sandy Ground Historical Society and the many homeowners and property owners who have restored their properties and saved a piece of Staten Island History for generations to come.

2011 HISTORIC TREASURE AWARD

4485 Hylan Boulevard, Eltingville.

Categories are:

Bronze Plaque Award: This recognizes extensive restoration of the historic design and contextual additions that conform to the architectural style and form of a structure (see photo below).

Historic Treasure Award: Long-term stewardship of an historic or architecturally significant building is honored with this award. It’s also given in recognition of a building that maintains its historic/cultural significance to the community, despite changes made over a period of time (see photo above).

Appreciation & Encouragement: This award is given to property owners who are in the process of renovating and restoring significant historic and/or architectural buildings.

Marty Pearsall Award: Named for the late PLSI member and Realtor, the recipient of this award exhibits exceptional dedication to preserving Staten Island’s history as a homeowner, community leader or organization.

Two new awards will be presented this year:

Building Beautiful Award: This recoginzes the exterior facade of a commercial building that contributes to the commercial district’s historic flavor and enhances the pedestrian shopping experience.

Block Beautiful: Given in recognition of a block or group of buildings that contribute to the historic, architectural and curb appeal of a neighborhood.

2011 BRONZE AWARD

53 Ward Avenue, Tompkinsville.

The awards program will consist of a slide presentation of the winning houses and buildings, presentation of the bronze plaques and certificates, typically followed by comments from the winning owners and designers.I light luncheon will be served. Purchase your tickets in advance. You can buy tickets on-line at $25 each with Pay-Pal or credit card.