World Monuments Fund

Celebrating 60 years of safeguarding irreplaceable cultural heritage.

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A citywide referendum in August will decide the future of Miami Marine Stadium, USA. The bold modernist landmark has been a vital part of Miami’s social fabric since 1963 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Learn more: https://t.co/owNj2rXjna

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A new executive order has shrunk two U.S. National Monuments by 90 percent. WMF calls on the government to preserve these sites’ boundaries and protect the extraordinary Indigenous heritage they contain. Read more: https://t.co/ufllp4Nio6

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Happy #FourthofJuly 🎆

Mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence by exploring some of WMF’s highlights in the United States: https://t.co/2XYE1FIJGX

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Announcing: Irreplaceable America spotlighting 10 U.S. heritage sites and the National Park System

On the #DeclarationofIndependence's 250th anniversary, this new initiative recognizes 10 at-risk heritage sites that reflect U.S. history: https://t.co/l94Ns8fAmT

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We were deeply saddened to learn of the latest Russian attacks on Kyiv, which killed 5 and damaged the UNESCO-listed Dormition Cathedral. We call for the protection of civilian life and cultural sites during war and remain firm in our support for Ukrainian heritage.

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⏰ One week left to apply! Nominate a heritage garden or greenspace to join WMF’s global network today: https://t.co/azcQIVjNop

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WMF is excited to announce a new partnership with Milan’s @PoldiPezzoli Museum to support the restoration of its renowned Golden Room—a pioneering example of immersive museum design. Learn more about this new project led by our Italian office: https://t.co/u3MQWFTJ3i

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Join WMF in advancing climate solutions for heritage sites through our Cultivating Resilience program! Submit a nomination to become part of a global network of heritage gardens and greenspaces by June 20 at 11:59pm ET: https://t.co/azcQIVjfyR

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WMF is proud to announce the opening of our new office in Milan, Italy 🇮🇹 Building on 60 years of work across the country, our office will hit the ground running by restoring the Golden Room at the @PoldiPezzoli Museum. Read more: https://t.co/9vX9ajA9JX

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Explore WMF's newest project conserving Mongolia’s oldest surviving Buddhist monastery: https://t.co/Bx2PFUBRXh

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WMF, @LAConservancy, and Architectural Resources Group are honored to receive @ca_preservation's Trustees’ Award for Excellence for our Rapid-Response Heritage Documentation project in the wake of the devastating January 2025 #LosAngeles #wildfires: https://t.co/S2mLLdtMCb

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3.5 billion people—nearly half of humanity—live in areas highly vulnerable to climate change.

This #EarthDay, explore how WMF is using heritage preservation to mitigate and adapt to climate-related threats around the world: https://t.co/sGzdwbGx8W

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Take a trip around the globe this #WorldHeritageDay and discover 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites where WMF has worked: https://t.co/upQc8gSjKX

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We urge all parties to preserve human life and prevent further destruction of heritage, and we pledge to help communities rebuild. Read our full statement: https://t.co/NF448nm5RM

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Our hearts are with all those affected by the conflict in the Middle East. Military action has also damaged 150+ cultural sites—an incalculable loss. Historic places represent the shared memory of humanity.

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WMF is thrilled to announce our academic collaborators for the newly launched Suzanne Deal Booth Institute for Heritage Preservation: @Columbia, @WeitzmanSchool, @cu_research, @TulaneArch, and the University of Duhok: https://t.co/LO40cV68ED

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Nominate a historic place that tells the American story and needs preservation today to our new Irreplaceable America initiative!

Apply before March 20, 2026: https://t.co/l94Ns8g8cr

📸courtesy of Photographersnature, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.

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Exciting news from WMF 🎉 In 2026, we’re committing $7 million to help protect global heritage with 21 new projects around the world.

Explore our new projects: https://t.co/7nZic106EW

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Three years ago, a catastrophic earthquake hit Türkiye–Syria, destroying heritage sites across the historic city of Antakya.

After completing urgent stabilization work in the aftermath, WMF is working with @AXA Foundation for Human Progress on the next phase of recovery.

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Is Portugal next on your must-visit list?

Whether you’ve purchased your tickets or prefer a literary staycation, discover an itinerary of some of Lisbon’s unique sites and books to match in our latest Read & Roam.

Explore our full recommendations: https://t.co/Q9BS6ddGem