NextGen: West Louisville Preservation Community Forum

Chickasaw, Shawnee, and Portland are three of Louisville’s neighborhoods experiencing significant activity around historic preservation and cultural recognition. Join the NextGen Preservation Collab for a dynamic panel discussion with local leaders who are transforming preservation into action: documenting stories, protecting landmarks, and building stronger communities from the ground up.

Hear firsthand how preservation shows up in everyday ways, from neighborhood-led projects and teamwork to innovative strategies that keep culture and memory alive. Grounded in both history and lived experience, this conversation will explore how honoring the past fosters belonging, cultural continuity, and healthier, more connected communities.

Whether you’re a preservation advocate, community volunteer, or simply care about Louisville’s historic neighborhoods, this is an opportunity to listen, learn, and connect with the people shaping our city’s future.

Panelists & Moderator

• Donald Thomas (Moderator): Chickasaw Neighborhood Federation & NextGen Preservation Collab, Member
• Ericka Seward (Panelist): Shawnee Neighborhood Association, President
• Caleb Brooks (Panelist): Portland Resident & Preservationist
• Donovan Taylor (Panelist): Chickasaw Neighborhood Federation & Historian

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