Jodi A. Barnes, research station archeologist for the Arkansas Archeological Survey and assistant research professor for the Department of Anthropology, was elected president of Preserve Arkansas (formerly the Historic Preservation Alliance of Arkansas) this month. Barnes follows Jamie C. Brandon, also of the Arkansas Archeological Survey, as president of the organization.

Preserve Arkansas is the only statewide nonprofit organization focused on preserving the state's architectural and cultural resources. Founded in 1981, Preserve Arkansas's mission is to build stronger communities by reconnecting Arkansans to our heritage and empowering people to save and rehabilitate historic places.

By presenting educational programs, advocating for preservation at the federal, state, and local levels, and providing technical assistance to owners of historic properties, Preserve Arkansas has been a statewide voice for preservation in Arkansas for 35 years. Learn more about Preserve Arkansas at preservearkansas.org.