What actually is the Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area?
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A National Heritage Area is designated by Congress for its unique nationally significant qualities and resources. It is a place where a combination of natural, cultural, historic and recreational resources have shaped a cohesive, nationally distinctive landscape.
A National Heritage Area employs a partnership approach to heritage development involving collaborative planning around a theme, industry and/or geographical feature that influenced the nation’s culture and history. This planning strategy encourages residents, government agencies, nonprofit groups and private partners to agree on and prioritize programs and projects that recognize, preserve and celebrate many of America’s defining landscapes.
A National Heritage Area seeks short- and long-term solutions to conservation and development challenges by fostering relationships among regional stakeholders and encouraging them to work collaboratively to achieve shared goals.
Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area 2024 Board Meeting Dates
September 18, 2024
October 23, 2024
November 20, 2024
For more information, email info@sdcnha.org
*SdCNHA board meetings are open to the public.
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SdCNHA Hosts ANHA 2022 Fall Conference!
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