Don Patton, a lifelong resident of Cairo, was appointed to the Illinois State Historic Preservation Board today. This is a significant milestone for The Cairo Historical Preservation Project (Tchpp), Cairo and southern Illinois.
Patton, president of the Cairo Historical Preservation Project, is leading the charge in getting Cairo, Illinois the recognition that it deserves. The Cairo Historical Preservation Project’s pursuits don’t end with brand new plaques and historical markers—Patton’s larger goal is to bestow a spirit of pride and rejuvenation that residents can take ownership of and to inspire young leaders to take an interest in Cairo’s vast history. Without organizations working to preserve their history, small towns are vulnerable to becoming overlooked, misremembered, or unfairly dismissed.
The Cairo Historical Preservation Project is a not-for-profit organization formed for protecting and preserving Cairo’s historical resources.
