Founded in 2022, CoMo Preservation is a grassroots, all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Columbia’s architectural heritage through education, advocacy and restoration. Since our first meeting in 2022 we have posted many images either on our website, social media, blog etc. We are in awe of the amazing photography and artwork that features Columbia’s architectural treasures. This inspired us to host the ART-chitecture Contest. This Contest is also a chance to honor and celebrate the architects, designers, engineers, masons, and other artisans that created the historic places and spaces that shape our community and provide a sense of place.  

This year, 2025, we are excited to debut the first set of buildings for our CoMo Brick & Mortar Project. The Project involves a team of researchers who write the history, stories, and architectural tidbits about each property. Information gathered from this project will be shared on our website, featured in tours, and displayed to educate the community about our architectural heritage. In celebration of this Project’s inaugural year, please select at least one of these buildings as the inspiration for your artwork.

Hall Theatre, 102 S. Ninth Street

Howard Municipal Building, 600 E. Broadway

Crane-Cho Building, 910 E. Walnut

Katy Train Depot, 402 E. Broadway

Herald Building, 1020 E. Broadway

Tiger Hotel, 23 S. Eighth Street

Thank you to our Partners for this project!