HFFI’S Marker Program

The Historic Fredericksburg Foundation, Inc. launched its Marker Program in 1989 and today, our distinctive, bronze markers can be found on more than 250 historic structures throughout the city. By identifying buildings of historic and architectural significance HFFI strives to foster broader public awareness and appreciation for Fredericksburg’s past and encourage efforts to preserve the built heritage that makes our community so unique.

Marker Costs

Research only:

$305 for HFFI member
$355 for non-member 
Oval Bronze Marker:
This additional fee is payable upon completion of the research. Fabrication cost is 375$, but is subject to change due to fluctuating costs of bronze.

Marker Text

Each bronze oval marker is individually designed and cast exclusively for your building and lists the original owner/builder and the date of construction. If space permits on the 7″ x 10″ marker, a key element of the structure’s historic significance will be included.

Installation

HFFI installs the marker on your building, with special tamper-proof screws, free of charge. The time of installation and the location of the marker on the building will be discussed with you prior to installation.

Marker Application

To apply for a research report and a Historic Fredericksburg Building Marker, complete the application form and forward it to the HFFI Marker Committee via email. Whenever possible, research is done on a “first-come, first-served” basis.

Currently, there is a Wait List and the accepted application will be kept on a waiting list until a researcher becomes available. The applicant assumes the cost of the research and the marker. The research fees will be due only when a researcher has been assigned.

Marker Application

Elligability

Building must be at least 50 years old and located in the City of Fredericksburg.

The building’s exterior must be either completely restored or properly maintained in accordance with its architectural style and character.

All changes and alterations to the building’s exterior must be consistent with its architectural integrity.

If a building has been moved from its original site, it must maintain its historic architectural style.

The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings will be considered when evaluating all restoration and rehabilitation work. (The Marker Committee can provide this publication upon request.)

Buildings considered

Private Residences

Commercial Buildings

Factories

Industrial Buildings

Mills

Churches

Schools

Municipal Buildings

Have questions or wish to request a marker? Email the Marker Committee