Documenting Historic American Landscapes in
Pennsylvania and Delaware

Documentation is critical to preserving historical landscapes for the benefit of future generations and can provide rationale for the planning and funding of future landscape preservation efforts.

PA-DE ASLA participates in the national Historic American Landscapes Survey (HALS) and endeavors to list as many sites as possible.

Want to get involved in PA-DE ASLA’s HALS efforts?

We need our chapter members to assist us in two ways. First, we need to help populate the list of potential HALS sites. Secondly, we need members to undertake site documentation.

Here’s how to get started:

  1. Check the National Register of Historic Places or check with your local municipality or historical society about appropriate and significant sites.
  2. Review the National Park Service’s Guidelines for HALS
  3. Contact the PA-DE ASLA HALS Liaison, Nancy Minich, HTR, RLA, MLA, and let Nancy know you’re interested in a Pennsylvania or Delaware documentation. When approved, submit a HALS Reimbursement Request.