Preserve the Past, Protect the Future
Protecting the legacy of Kirkbride buildings and preserving the stories,
history, and architectural significance they hold for generations to come.
A Mission Worth Preserving
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are committed to advancing the preservation and awareness of historic Kirkbride buildings.
Your support helps us educate communities, document historic places, raise awareness, and advocate for the preservation of these important landmarks.
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Preserving History.
Protecting Legacy.
Our work and mission have been recognized and supported through connections with organizations dedicated to mental health history, historic preservation, and community awareness.
What Is a Kirkbride?
Kirkbride buildings are historic institutions designed around the pioneering ideas of physician Thomas Story Kirkbride. Their distinctive architecture reflected a belief that the physical environment could play an important role in patient care and well-being.
With their grand architecture, expansive grounds, and unique plans, these buildings became an important part of American history.
Today, many Kirkbride buildings face deterioration, redevelopment, or demolition. Understanding their history is the first step toward protecting their future.
A Legacy Built Through History
From Thomas Story Kirkbride’s groundbreaking ideas to the construction and
evolution of institutions across the country, the Kirkbride story
Explore the Buildings
Every Kirkbride building has a story.
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