The Newton Historic Preservation Association Inc. (NHPA) is a non- profit tax-exempt corporation organized early in 1976 to provide the means for citizen action in the preservation of Newton's historic and/or architectural heritage through economically sound adaptive reuse. It's broad purpose is to identify buildings and landmarks in Newton, Massachusetts that are of historical value and significance; to advise and assist in maintenance, repair, preservation, restoration and beneficial use of such properties; to purchase or lease these properties where necessary to restore them to public or private use with their historical values preserved; to conduct research and educate the public concerning the historical background of such properties; and to solicit funds from public and private sources to be used for the foregoing purposes.