Chatham boasts some of the best preserved historic homes and buildings, culminating in Chatham winning the 2007 Distinctive Destinations Award by the National Trust for Historic Preservation! The Historic Preservation efforts by the Town and Residents are beautifully displayed in all the buildings and homes on every street and corner.
Chatham has several buildings and districts on the National Register of Historic Places. Preservation efforts are recognized locally each year with the Chatham Preservation Awards.
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- Chatham Historical Commission
Phone: 508-945-5168Chatham's Historical Commission is charged with protecting and preserving Chatham's historic character. Its mandates include promoting preservation of Chatham's historic resources and educating the public about the importance of these resources to Chatham's unique sense of place.Phone: 508-945-5168 - Chatham Historic Business District
Phone: 508-945-5168Chatham's Historic Business District encompasses the Main St. downtown business area. With buildings dating back to the mid-1800s, Main Street is the visually cohesive, true commercial and social center of town. National Register of Historic Places. The Chatham Historic Business District Commission (HBDC) is the town regulatory body with the purpose of promoting the culturalPhone: 508-945-5168 - Chatham Preservation Awards
Launched in 2004, the Chatham Preservation Awards program aims to honor noteworthy efforts by local property owners and others to preserve and maintain historic residences and other important historic resources. Sponsored jointly by the Town of Chatham Historical Commission, the Town of Chatham Historic Business District Commission, and The Chatham Historical Society, the Awards are presented annually to local projects for a broad range of preservation activities. - Chatham's Historic House Signs
Chatham homes or commercial buildings built 100 years ago (or more) are eligible for an Historic House Sign. These unique historic house signs identify the first owner of the building (“Anthony Thacher”), the original purpose of the building (“Homestead,” “House,” “Stable,” “Store,”etc.), and the date. The rich