Fredericksburg Regional Preservation Trust " The Trust "    Fredericksburg Regional Preservation Trust This corporation is organized for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes, including: a. Encouragement of responsible stewardship of historic resources; b. Education of historic resource owners on responsible stewardship; c. Encouragement of research, documentation and knowledge sharing of historic resources; d. Promotion of the Fredericksburg Region’s quality of life As a Regional organization, we welcome members from all local areas. Please contact us about memberships and participating in organizational activities. An advisory task force has been established to continue offering City Staff & Council assistance with Idlewild Mansion. ` We are researching the Barlow-Tolson House in Stafford County, in the Austin Ridge Subdivision. An advocacy group is forming now. ` We have finished researching and documenting the "Tunnels" of Fredericksburg. We are still looking for anyone with information or experiences with the tunnels. A hike/tour of suspected locations was rained out, but will be rescheduled soon! ` We are currently working to identify other endangered historical sites in our region. ` JumpStart! has concluded its proactive plan for Downtown Fredericksburg & its surrounding areas! Be sure to encourage your council person to vote for its inclusion in the Comprehensive Plan!