Endangered Latinx Landmarks

The Endangered Latinx Landmarks (ELL) program, led by Latinos in Heritage Conservation (LHC), is dedicated to identifying, prioritizing, and protecting Latinx heritage sites across the United States that are under immediate threat. These sites hold immense cultural, historical, and social significance, and face dangers such as demolition, gentrification, neglect, and the effects of climate change.

Through this initiative, LHC will rally communities and gather public attention and resources to safeguard these vital landmarks, ensuring that Latinx heritage is recognized and preserved as a fundamental part of our nation's shared history.

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CONTACT
Hillary Morales Robles

Historic Preservation Officer

hillary@latinoheritage.us

Program Overview

The program calls on individuals and communities to contribute by nominating at-risk Latinx heritage sites in the continental U.S. and Puerto Rico.

These nominations help highlight the significance of these places, outline the specific threats they face, and propose preservation solutions, allowing for collective action to preserve Latinx history for future generations.

Guidelines

→ Cultural or Historical Significance: The site should have a meaningful connection to Latinx history, culture, or community. This could be a place where major events happened, a site associated with an important historical figure, a landmark tied to Latinx heritage, or a location with deep community roots.

→ Immediate Threat: The site should beat risk of loss or damage. This could be due to factors like planned demolition, redevelopment, neglect, environmental challenges, or gentrification.

→ Community Value:The site should hold special meaning for the local or wider Latinx community. Nominations should explain why the site is important and how it reflects Latinx identity and stories.

→ Potential Preservation: There should be some possibility for the site to be saved or protected with community support, awareness, and resources. The nomination should suggest ideas for preserving the site, such as partnerships, fundraising, or public campaigns.

→ Community Members :If you know of a place that holds special meaning for you, your community or family, share it with us. Your stories help make sure these places get the recognition they deserve.

→ Historians and Preservationists: Professionals with knowledge in history, architecture, and associated historic preservation fields can assist by sharing expertise, advocating the sites, and helping develop strategies to protect them.

→ Volunteers and Activists: People who want to support the cause can help by raising awareness, participating in events, and spreading the word to others.

→ Organizations and Businesses: Groups that support historic preservation, community, and cultural projects can offer funding, resources, or partnerships to strengthen preservation efforts.

→ Gather Information: Start by collecting details about the site—its name, location, and why it is important to the Latinx community.

→ Describe the Threats: Clearly outline the current threats facing the site, like demolition, neglect, or environmental damage. Be as specific as possible to show the urgency.

→ Submit the Nomination: Complete the nomination form through the Submittable portal. You will be asked to provide all the information gathered, as well as photos or documents that support your case.

→ Share Your Connection to the Place: Tell us why this site is important to you or your community. Sharing personal stories or why the place means so much can help bring attention to its value and make the case for why it should be saved.

→ Review and Assessment: After you submit a nomination, LHC'sHistoricPreservation Department and Board Members will review the site to make sure it meets the program criteria. Our team will carefully look over each nomination and gather extra information, if needed, from the people who nominated the site. We might also consult with preservation experts and heritage organizations to make sure we understand the full picture of the site’s significance and risks.

→ PublicAnnouncement: If a site is selected as one of the endangered Latinxland marks, it will be officially announced as part of the program’s annual list. This brings attention to the site and helps rally support.

→ Community Engagement: The program will work with local communities, organizations, and preservation experts to create an action plan. This could include awareness campaigns, fundraising efforts, or partnerships with local groups to protect the site.

→ Ongoing Support: The program will continue to follow upon the site’s status and work with stakeholders to track progress and adapt strategies as needed.

Helping You Succeed

→ Sites receive national visibility through LHC’s platform, social media, and Congreso 2026 programming.

→ Advocacy support and connection to preservation partners and community organizations.

→ Inclusion does not guarantee funding or legal protection but strengthens community-led preservation efforts.

→ Selected sites maybe featured in stories, press, and webinars to amplify awareness.

2025 Endangered Latinx Landmarks List

Get to know our 2025 cycle nomination-based advocacy project, featuring 13 Latinx historic sites that faces major threats such as gentrification, abandonment, demolition, and climate change.

VIEW OUR SITE NOMINATIONS!