MN SHPO's Survey Manuals and Guidelines

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Historic properties are tangible links to our past and allow us to better understand and learn from our shared history. The methodology related to the survey and identification of the state’s resources is determined by the type of resource.

Archaeological Resources

• Archaeology Survey Manual (PDF)

Direct questions about below ground survey to DataRequestSHPO@state.mn.us.

Architecture-History Resources

• Historic and Architectural Survey Manual (PDF)
• The Components of a Historic Context (PDF)
• Guidelines for Inventory and Evaluation of Railroads in Minnesota (PDF)
• General Information for Railroads (PDF)

Direct questions about above ground survey to MnSHIPHelp.ADM@state.mn.us.

MnSHIP

• MnSHIP User Guide
• MnSHIP Application
• MnSHIP Attachment Template (Word)
• Help videos are available on the SHPO's MnSHIP YouTube Channel

Direct questions about MnSHIP to mnshiphelp.adm@state.mn.us.