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Preserving Protecting and Planning for Aikens Most Valuable Assets Since 1974 Home Purpose The purpose of the Historic Aiken Foundation is to actively champion the protection preservation and appreciation of the historical architectural and cultural heritage of Aiken. To achieve this purpose the Foundation acts as an advocate for structures of historical and architectural significance and for the integrity authenticity and aesthetic appeal of neighborhoods and the city. We rely on various tools to achieve this purpose including participating in government planning and decisionmaking providing preservation resources and educational programs and accepting historic preservation easements. The Foundation recognizes that historic preservation is vital to the growth and prosperity of Aiken.