The Purpose of the Vision for Civic Conservation is to provide a framework of guiding principles with which to address progress and growth in local communities, primarily from within Historic Districts. An alternative to academic preservation, which is based on a Modernist philosophy, the VCC is inspired by grass-roots organizations that support the local traditions of places and their cultures. Historic Districts were created not as bastions of architectural conservatism, but rather sanctuaries for progressive traditionalism. Environmental goals, economic goals, and civic goals are interrelated and must be treated holistically. We are collecting signatures and stories from people around the world who are seeing the ill effects of Modernism in their villages, towns, cities, and countryside. We invite you to sign the vision and leave your email address to stay in touch.
