preservationist
noun
pres·er·va·tion·ist
ˌpre-zər-ˈvā-sh(ə-)nist 
: one who advocates preservation (as of a biological species or a historical landmark)
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The program has for 28 years partnered with preservationists and citizens to try to save significant Colorado historic structures and culture.
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John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 30 Jan. 2025
The park was severely damaged in the fire, and Rogers’ iconic ranch house was destroyed, leaving preservationists to wonder what’s next.
—Hadley Hall Meares, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
Project engineers argued the historical remnants needed to be moved to continue construction, while cultural preservationists insisted the artifacts remain in situ as a monument to the city’s history visible in their original setting.
—Leslie Katz, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
On January 27, Heather McAdams—who is known for her work as a cartoonist, filmmaker and country music preservationist, and also participated in Chicago’s 1980’s experimental film scene—will speak with curator Sophie Cavoulacos.
—Jane Levere, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 30 Jan. 2025
The park was severely damaged in the fire, and Rogers’ iconic ranch house was destroyed, leaving preservationists to wonder what’s next.
—Hadley Hall Meares, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
Project engineers argued the historical remnants needed to be moved to continue construction, while cultural preservationists insisted the artifacts remain in situ as a monument to the city’s history visible in their original setting.
—Leslie Katz, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
On January 27, Heather McAdams—who is known for her work as a cartoonist, filmmaker and country music preservationist, and also participated in Chicago’s 1980’s experimental film scene—will speak with curator Sophie Cavoulacos.
—Jane Levere, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Preservationist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preservationist. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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