Preserving the Wildwoods, a committee of the Wildwood Historical Society, exists to ignite and encourage a passion for preserving the historic houses on Five Mile Island. We accomplish this by recognizing historic houses that have been preserved or restored to their original appearance.
Criteria for Consideration:
1. Constructed before 1951
2. Retains its original appearance or closely resembles its original design
3. Has been well maintained and is in good condition
Process for Consideration:
1. The applicant completes this form and provides supporting documentation demonstrating that the house meets our criteria for consideration (e.g., evidence of the date of construction, historic photographs, etc.).
2. The applicant must be the property owner or an agent of the property owner and certify that the owner supports the house's consideration.
3. Preserving the Wildwoods reviews the application and makes a determination.
Recognition as a Historic House:
1. Houses that are recognized will receive a certificate from the Wildwood Historical Society’s Preserving the Wildwoods Committee designating the property as a Historic House of the Wildwoods.
2. A photograph of the house, along with its address, will be included in the Book of Historic Houses, on display at the Wildwood Historical Museum.
3. For a $100 donation to the Wildwood Historical Society, the Preserving the Wildwoods Committee will also present the homeowner with a plaque suitable for exterior display, identifying the property as a Historic House of the Wildwoods.
4. The house may be featured in the Wildwood Historical Society's newsletter or social media.