Springfield Preservation Trust

Join our Second Saturday tour on June 13 to explore locations and meet people honoring the perseverance, ingenuity, and resilience of Springfield’s unsung early residents.

On this guided tour, you'll visit meaningful sites and meet dedicated individuals who share stories of Springfield's early residents. The Underground Railroad, a network of committed people and places, played an essential role in Springfield’s history, making it a destination for freedom seekers and activists.

Reserve your spot for the walking tour by purchasing tickets in advance on Eventbrite or paying at the door. The tour departs from the Tower Square lobby at 10:30am and ends at 12pm. Tickets are $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust, Springfield Museums & PAHMUSA members, and $10 for non-members. Secure your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/underground-railroad-springfields-contributions-to-emancipation-tour-tickets-1985858726910?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Second Saturday Tours explore historic Springfield. The series is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust, , and Springfield Libraries—and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council.

About PAHMUSA

This event is presented in partnership with the Pan African Historical Museum USA (PAHMUSA), a vital institution dedicated to connecting the African Diaspora to Springfield, MA, and its surrounding communities. Founded in 1995 by Lujuana Hood, PAHMUSA is located in Tower Square (1500 Main Street) in Springfield, MA. To learn more about its mission and exhibits, visit pahmusa.org or follow them on Instagram at PAHMUSA-The Pan African Historical Museum USA 1619.

About the Springfield Preservation Trust

Founded in 1972, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.

The Springfield Preservation Trust has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the 1772 Foundation, in partnership with Preservation Massachusetts, to support painting the exterior of the 7-9 Stockbridge Street building, constructed in 1845, later this year. Built for Elam Stockbridge—who developed Stockbridge Street as a commercial area starting in 1839—the building's ground-floor business operated as a grocery store in the 1880s. In 1913, it was sold to Emil Guenther and his brother-in-law Richard Handel, who managed Guenther & Handel's Deli there until 1972.

This grant was made possible in part by the 2025 Giving Tuesday Fundraiser, with support from Trust members and public donors. Use this link to learn more about the project
https://springfieldpreservation.org/7-9-stockbridge-street/. Springfield Preservation Trust will follow the Secretary of the Interior's Standards. Keep an eye out for this work later this year!

Many thanks to Preservation Massachusetts and !

Springfield Preservation Trust has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the 1772 Foundation, in partnership with Preservation Massachusetts, to support painting the exterior of the 7-9 Stockbridge Street building, constructed in 1845, later this year. Built for Elam Stockbridge—who developed Stockbridge Street as a commercial area starting in 1839—the building's ground-floor business operated as a grocery store in the 1880s. In 1913, it was sold to Emil Guenther and his brother-in-law Richard Handel, who managed Guenther & Handel's Deli there until 1972.

Tonight, join us for the 2026 Springfield Preservation Trust’s Preservation Awards, taking place at South Congregational Church at 45 Maple Street. Parking will be available in the church parking lot on May 21. The event starts at 7pm.

This awards ceremony is SPT’s way of celebrating Preservation Month, which highlights the importance of historic preservation each May.

Admission is free, but donations are always welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. Tour of the church after the ceremony. Learn more and RSVP on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-preservation-awards-tickets-1987575935126 Photos courtesy of the Jeff Morgan, Rockstar Cinema, and Works Progress Administration.

Tomorrow, please attend the 2026 Springfield Preservation Trust Preservation Awards at South Congregational Church, 45 Maple Street. Parking is available in the church lot on May 21. The event starts at 7pm. This is the perfect way to celebrate Preservation Month!

This awards ceremony is SPT’s way of celebrating Preservation Month, which highlights the importance of historic preservation each May.

Learn more and RSVP on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-preservation-awards-tickets-1987575935126?aff=erelexpmlt Photos courtesy of Rockstar Cinema and Jeff Morgan.

2026 Preservation Awards The Preservation Awards honor people and organizations helping to restore historic structures in Springfield.

Attend the 2026 Springfield Preservation Trust Preservation Awards at South Congregational Church, 45 Maple Street. Parking is available in the church lot on May 21. The event starts at 7pm. This is the perfect way to celebrate Preservation Month!

This awards ceremony is SPT’s way of celebrating Preservation Month, which highlights the importance of historic preservation each May.

The Springfield Preservation Trust Preservation Awards recognize those restoring Springfield's historic buildings. Each year, the Trust highlights properties that exemplify outstanding historic preservation work completed in the past year. Awards typically go to property owners who return buildings to their historic appearance by removing inappropriate siding, repairing or replicating original details, or restoring structures from disrepair.

Admission is free, but donations are always welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. Learn more and RSVP on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-preservation-awards-tickets-1987575935126 Photos courtesy of Rockstar Cinema.

Fantastic tour today of the Hill Shops at the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, led by guide Carl Steele. We explored the unique architecture and original uses of the buildings around the green.

Today’s tour was made possible by funding from the American Alliance of Museums and the National Park Service. Thank you to AAM, NPS, and the Springfield Armory NHS staff for making this an amazing (and free!) experience for the public.

The Second Saturday Tours series explores historic Springfield and is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums, and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. Gratitude to all of our donors, attendees, and members for supporting this important program!

Today, join our Second Saturday Hill Shops tour on May 9, 10:30 am–12 pm, led by Springfield Armory National Historic Site guide Carl Steele. Discover the unique architecture and original uses of the buildings around the green. Hosted in partnership with Springfield Museums and Springfield Armory, this guided tour is free. Please register through https://www.eventbrite.com/e/springfield-armory-hill-shops-walking-tour-tickets-1985857520301?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

The Second Saturday Tours series explores historic Springfield and is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums, and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. Additionally, this tour and the other led by Springfield Armory on August 8 would not be possible without funding provided by the American Alliance of Museums and the National Park Service. This event will be held rain or shine.

Springfield Armory: Hill Shops Walking Tour Join us for a walking tour of the historic Hill Shops at the Springfield Armory, with Springfield Armory tour guide Carl Steele.

Join us for the 2026 Springfield Preservation Trust’s Preservation Awards, taking place at South Congregational Church at 45 Maple Street. Parking will be available in the church parking lot on May 21. The event starts at 7pm.

This awards ceremony is SPT’s way of celebrating Preservation Month, which highlights the importance of historic preservation each May.

The Springfield Preservation Trust Preservation Awards recognize those restoring Springfield's historic buildings. Each year, the Trust highlights properties that exemplify outstanding historic preservation work completed in the past year. Awards typically go to property owners who return buildings to their historic appearance by removing inappropriate siding, repairing or replicating original details, or restoring structures from disrepair.

Admission is free, but donations are always welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. Learn more and RSVP on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-preservation-awards-tickets-1987575935126 Photos courtesy of the Jeff Morgan, Rockstar Cinema, and Works Progress Administration.

In 3 days join our Second Saturday Hill Shops tour on May 9, 10:30 am–12 pm, led by Springfield Armory National Historic Site guide Carl Steele. Discover the unique architecture and original uses of the buildings around the green. Hosted in partnership with Springfield Museums and Springfield Armory, this guided tour is free. Please register through https://www.eventbrite.com/e/springfield-armory-hill-shops-walking-tour-tickets-1985857520301?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and armory lovers.
The Second Saturday Tours series explores historic Springfield and is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums, and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. Additionally, this tour and the other led by Springfield Armory on August 8 would not be possible without funding provided by the American Alliance of Museums and the National Park Service. This event will be held rain or shine.