Why Scenic Conservation?
At Scenic America, we believe that all people deserve to live, work, and play in beautiful places. Scenic beauty improves our quality of life. Beauty is good for our minds and bodies, and it’s also good for business.
Scenic America is the only national nonprofit organization committed to protecting the scenic qualities of our communities and landscapes.
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Scenic conservation promotes health and wellness.Studies show that spending time in nature and enjoying scenic beauty helps our bodies and…
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Beauty is good for business.There’s a reason why some of the world’s most scenic places are also among the most desirable destinations to live, work, and visit. Places rich…
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Community character creates a sense of place.Places marred with visual pollution lose their unique character. There’s a reason why more than…
Stats: [46] — Scenic America collaborates with 46 chapters and affiliates nationwide. | [400K] —There are more than 400,000 billboard faces across the country. And as many as 20% are illegal or non-compliant. We support communities fighting billboard blight. | [32] — 32 states allow outdoor advertising companies to cut down publicly owned trees simply for better billboard visibility. We want to change this.
Recent News
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Save the Date: Scenic America’s 2024 Scenic Symposium is Coming…Scenic America is proud to announce the return of its destination conference, Scenic Symposium, this…
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Restoring the Beauty of the Allegheny River BoulevardRecognizing the importance of preserving the Allegheny River Boulevard, community leaders, activists, and lawmakers have…
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Promoting Sustainability Through Utilities UndergroundingScenic America is proud to champion utilities undergrounding, a cause that marries sustainability with community…
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Placemaking and Community Planning for Sustainable, Vibrant LivingScenic America believes that everyone has the right to live, work, and play in beautiful…