World Monuments Fund

Building Conservation Capacity in Syria and Jordan

World Monuments Fund has secured £536,000 to train Syrian refugees in heritage conservation skills from the British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund.

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An Ummayad Castle in the Desert: Qusayr 'Amra

Conservation interventions, site management improvement, and training opportunities were part of an award-winning project that protected this World Heritage site.

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Encouraging Local Youth to Value Their Cultural Heritage

Integration of community members into preservation planning represents a new opportunity to address the long-term challenges at Petra.

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Explore Modern Century

This social media campaign aims to bring attention to meaningful modern buildings around the world, why they matter, and the threats they face.

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Raising Awareness about Modern Architecture for Over Two Decades

Since the inaugural 1996 World Monuments Watch, WMF has brought attention and help to dozens of modern sites around the globe.

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Rebuilding Nepal’s Char Narayan Temple

To commemorate the second anniversary of the earthquakes that struck Nepal in April 2015, World Monuments Fund is pleased to present a snapshot of the work completed to date.

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Modernismo Invisible

Our new app, developed in partnership with American Express, uncovers the hidden Modernista masterpieces of Barcelona.

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Irreplaceable Sites Are at Risk, but You Can Make a Difference

Your contribution helps WMF protect our heritage from the effects of neglect, climate change, human conflict, and economic change.

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Saving the world's most treasured places

WMF has worked with local communities and partners to complete more than 600 projects at heritage sites worldwide. Through fieldwork, advocacy, education and training, WMF and its affiliates help ensure a future for monuments, buildings, and sites around the globe.

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