Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission

10/23/2026

🏛️Join us on Monday, October 26th! The Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission is hosting a public meeting for the Downtown Survey Project Kick-off & Volunteer Training.

Whether you love local history, architecture, or want to get more involved in our community, there will be something for you! All are welcome!

This project is supported by a Historic Resource Development Program grant from the State Historical Society of Iowa.

📆 Monday, October 26, 2026, at 6:30 PM CDT

📍Humboldt Community Center – 607 1st Ave S, Humboldt, IA

10/16/2026

🗓️ Just 10 Days Away! Downtown Survey Project Kick-off & Volunteer Training

Join the Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission as we officially launch our downtown survey project!

Whether you're a local history buff hoping to learn more about the project or you’re interested in volunteering, join us! This project is supported by a Historic Resource Development Program grant from the State Historical Society of Iowa.

📍 Where: Humboldt Community Center (607 1st Ave S, Humboldt, IA)
📅 When: Monday, October 26 at 6:30pm

We hope to see you there! Feel free to share this post, tag a friend who might be interested, or let us know in the comments if you plan on joining us.👇

10/07/2026

🎉The City of Humboldt’s Historic Preservation Commission is excited to announce that we were recently awarded a Historic Resource Development Program (HRDP) grant from the State Historical Society of Iowa! This funding will support a community-based project to research and document the historic buildings and businesses of downtown Humboldt!

📰CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS! Help us tell the story of downtown Humboldt and preserve its history for future generations! Community volunteers will play an important role in the research and documentation associated with the project. No previous research experience needed!

📅Join us on for the Downtown Survey Project Kick-off & Volunteer Training happening Monday, October 26th at 6:30pm at the Humboldt Community Center (607 1st Ave S.) to learn more about the project! Interested in volunteering? Plan to stay for the volunteer training session at 7:30pm!

This project is supported in part by the State Historical Society of Iowa, Historical Resource Development Program.

06/17/2026

🏛️📚 Join us TONIGHT from 6-7pm for What’s in a Name?: An Architectural Tour of Humboldt’s Carnegie Library! Meet at the front steps of the library at 6pm. See you soon! 📚🏛️

06/15/2026

📣 Don’t miss What’s in a Name?: An Architectural Tour of Humboldt’s Carnegie Library happening this Wednesday, June 17th from 6–7pm! 🏛️📖

Learn the hidden stories behind our iconic library building and see why Carnegie Libraries have become such lasting symbols of community and knowledge.

It’s free, fun, and full of local history. We’d love to see you there!

03/20/2026

👋 Meet the Commission!

The Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission works to honor our city's past while enriching its future. Preserving historic sites inspires pride, supports local businesses, and creates unique opportunities for education, tourism, and community enjoyment.

We’re looking for a fifth Commissioner - could it be you? The Commission is composed of five citizen members (must reside within Humboldt City limits) appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the City Council. Members serve in terms of three years and shall demonstrate a positive interest in historic preservation, possessing interest or expertise in architecture, architectural history, historic preservation, city planning, building rehabilitation, conservation in general or real estate.

🔗 To apply:https://www.cityofhumboldt.org/media/cms/CommissionerAppFillablePDF_Humboldt_0373A09F1FC6B.pdf

12/05/2025

⭐️ Applications due TODAY, December 5, 2025! ⭐️

The Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission is seeking one additional Commissioner (must reside within Humboldt City limits) to fill a current vacancy. If you have an interest in Historic Preservation, please consider applying!

Complete the application linked here:
🔗https://www.cityofhumboldt.org/media/cms/historic_preservation_BB9E5E8061E07.pdf 🔗

Return completed applications to City Hall or return via email to [email protected] by December 5th, 2025.

See Chapter 26 of the City Code for additional information related to the roles and responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission and its Commissioners.

12/02/2025

‼️Applications due THIS Friday, December 5th‼️

📣ANNOUNCEMENT📣 Applications due December 5, 2025!

The Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission is seeking one additional Commissioner (must reside within Humboldt City limits) to fill a current vacancy. If you have an interest in Historic Preservation, please consider applying!

Complete the application linked here:
🔗https://www.cityofhumboldt.org/media/cms/historic_preservation_BB9E5E8061E07.pdf 🔗

Return completed applications to City Hall or return via email to [email protected] by December 5th, 2025.

See Chapter 26 of the City Code for additional information related to the roles and responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission and its Commissioners.

11/21/2025

📣ANNOUNCEMENT📣 Applications due December 5, 2025!

The Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission is seeking one additional Commissioner (must reside within Humboldt City limits) to fill a current vacancy. If you have an interest in Historic Preservation, please consider applying!

Complete the application linked here:
🔗https://www.cityofhumboldt.org/media/cms/historic_preservation_BB9E5E8061E07.pdf 🔗

Return completed applications to City Hall or return via email to [email protected] by December 5th, 2025.

See Chapter 26 of the City Code for additional information related to the roles and responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission and its Commissioners.