The Village of Webster was recently named one of 31 recipients of a Preserve New York Grant.
Awarded annually since 1993, Preserve New York Grants provide funds to municipalities and nonprofit organizations that need technical, professional assistance to guide a variety of preservation projects. According to the Preservation League website, the grants “support important arts and cultural initiatives, as well as economic development related to our state’s arts and cultural heritage.”
The Village of Webster received $14,320, which will be used to fund a Cultural Resources Survey.
The press release from the Village explains that,
A cultural resources survey is an inventory of historically and/or architecturally significant buildings, sites, structures, and landscapes in a community. The results of a survey can serve as an excellent tool for local planning efforts, heritage tourism, economic development, and to help inform the Village of Webster Historic Preservation Commission of historically significant resources within the Village. The results of the survey will also help determine whether there is a National Register eligible historic district(s) or individual properties within the village. The Landmark Society of Western New York will serve as consultants to complete the survey.
Josh Durso, member of the Village of Webster’s Historic Preservation Commission, said,
“This grant gives the Village of Webster an important opportunity to document and preserve our history. It will not only help us share our community’s story but also guide future planning and development.”
As a huge fan of learning more about our village’s history and doing all we can to preserve and appreciate it, I congratulate the Village of Webster for going after and securing this grant.
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(posted 9/14/2025)
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