Join us for the historic preservation conference with professionals and community advocates in St. Petersburg for networking, learning, and celebrating Florida’s rich heritage.
The last day for advance registration is Monday, May 4, but registration will also be available at the door.
We are proud to announce our keynote speaker for Preserve Florida 2026 will be Tina Marie Osceola! Tina is an enrolled member of the Seminole Tribe of Florida and serves as Executive Director of Operations, as well as the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer. She will share with us her experience with preservation and how we can work together to protect all the places in Florida that tell the complex stories of our shared history. Be sure to join us for the Opening Plenary to hear from Tina, and also be on hand for the announcement of the 2026 11 to Save.
Preserve Florida will be held at the St. Petersburg United Methodist Church located at 212 3rd Street North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33701.
Local Hotels
Hollander Hotel – 421 4th Avenue N
The Avalon – 443 4th Avenue N
The 1888 Hotel – 220 5th Avenue N
Cordova Inn – 252 2nd Avenue N
The Inn on 3rd – 342 3rd Avenue N
Chain Hotels
Courtyard Marriott St. Pete Downtown – 300 4th Street N
AC Marriott – 110 2nd Street N
Hyatt Place – 25 2nd Street N
FRIDAY, MAY 15 MOBILE EVENTS SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, MAY 15 EVENTS SCHEDULE
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. – This is an optional post-conference event. Join local preservation nonprofit Preserve the ’Burg for a day dedicated to historic homes, thoughtful design and St. Pete’s architectural heritage at the annual Restoration & Design Expo. Held at the iconic St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, this free community event brings together local vendors, preservation tradespeople and experts in historic restoration, home décor and period-appropriate design.
St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club 559 Mirror Lake Drive St. Petersburg, FL 33701
For more information and registration details, please visit the event page.
Preserve the ’Burg Restoration & Design Expo
Saturday, May 16 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club
Put your brand in front of preservationists from around the state by sponsoring the 2026 Preserve Florida Conference. Check out our sponsor guide HERE for opportunities and let us know if you have any questions.