Advocate speaking at a city council meeting about mid-century modern building preservation in Texas

Act Now. Save Buildings.

Every building saved in Central Texas started with one person who decided to act.

Advocacy is not abstract. Here are specific things you can do this week.

Report a building at risk

If you see a demolition notice posted on a mid-century building, or hear about redevelopment plans targeting a modernist structure, report it to Mid Tex Mod immediately at info@midtexmod.org. Include the address, photos if possible, and any information about the timeline.

Attend a public meeting

City councils, planning commissions, and historic landmark commissions regularly consider demolition permits and redevelopment proposals. When mid-century buildings are on the agenda, your physical presence at the meeting matters.

Write a letter

When a significant modernist building faces a threat, a well-reasoned letter to your city council member, planning commissioner, or historic preservation officer carries real weight. We provide template letters and talking points through our newsletter.

Document buildings in your neighborhood

Walk your neighborhood with a camera and photograph mid-century modern buildings. Record the address, take multiple exterior shots from different angles, and note any visible architectural features. Send your photos and notes to us.

Talk about it

Share Mid Tex Mod's advocacy alerts on social media. Mention mid-century preservation to your neighbors. Public awareness is the precondition for political will.

Frequently Asked Questions

I have no preservation experience. Can I still make a difference?

Yes. The most impactful advocacy action is often the simplest: showing up at a public meeting, sending an email to a city official, or photographing buildings in your neighborhood. No credentials required.

How do I find out when important preservation meetings are happening?

Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media. We post alerts when mid-century buildings are on the agenda at city council or planning commission meetings across our six focus cities.

Does writing letters to city officials actually help?

It does. Elected officials and appointed commissioners track constituent input. A small number of informed, specific letters about a particular building can shift a vote or prompt a delay that creates space for preservation alternatives.

Do Not Wait Until the Wrecking Ball Arrives

The most effective advocacy happens before the demolition permit is final.

Report A Building At Risk