2026 CENTRAL TEXAS REGIONAL PRESERVATION SUMMIT
BUILDINGS ON THE MOVE: Case Studies in Relocating Historic Structures
Thursday, August 13, 2026 | Historic Old Town, New Braunfels
Join Preservation Texas in New Braunfels for a one-day Summit exploring the challenges, opportunities, and best practices involved in moving historic buildings. Through a series of recent Central Texas case studies, speakers will examine the historical context behind building relocations and share lessons learned from projects that have successfully balanced preservation goals with practical realities. Sessions will address the policy, advocacy, planning, and logistics involved in these complex projects.
Designed for preservation professionals, community advocates, property owners, and volunteers, the Summit will provide practical insights into when relocation may be an appropriate preservation strategy and how such projects can be carried out while maintaining historic character and integrity.
The event will take place on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the New Braunfels Conservation Society’s Historic Old Town (1300 Church Hill Drive), a 3.5-acre heritage village featuring 18 relocated nineteenth-century German-Texan structures. During the lunch break, attendees will have the opportunity to tour several of the site’s historic buildings. Lunch is included with registration. A virtual attendance option is also available.
Pictured above: The 1887 Tiner-Hendrick House in Sutherland Springs being moved in May of 2026.
Summit Registration
In-Person Registration:
Preservation Texas Member Registration: $40
Non-Member Registration: $50
Virtual Registration:
Preservation Texas Member Virtual Registration: $20
Non-Member Virtual Registration: $25
If you are unsure of your current Preservation Texas membership status, please email hunick@preservationtexas.org to inquire.
Pictured above: 1849 Spiva-Welsch Barn in New Braunfels being moved to the New Braunfels Conservation Society’s Historic Old Town plaza in 1972.
Become a Sponsor!
Your support as a sponsor will help make this event a success while keeping ticket prices accessible for attendees and demonstrating your commitment to preserving Texas’ cultural heritage. We would be honored to include you as a partner!
SPONSOR BENEFITS (all levels):
Sponsor name and/or logo displayed prominently on event signage
Sponsor name and/or logo featured on the event webpage on Preservation Texas’s website
Recognition in event-related email communications sent to Preservation Texas's network of more than 5,500 subscribers
Verbal recognition during event welcome remarks and closing comments
Opportunity to provide promotional materials, giveaways, or branded items for attendees
Recognition in post-event recap communications
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS:
$2,500 Level: 8 complimentary in-person registrations
$1,000 Level: 6 complimentary in-person registrations
$500 Level: 4 complimentary in-person registrations
$250 Level: 2 complimentary in-person registrations