TMS Cofounder John Merkle Named 2025 NH Preservation Achievement Award Winner
Last night was a special evening. We celebrated one of our cofounders, John Merkle, and his winning of a 2025 Preservation Achievement Award through the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance at the beautiful Tilton School. John dedicated over 45 years of his life to helping preserve and revive many of New Hampshire’s historic sites, with highlights including the Wentworth by the Sea Hotel, the Portsmouth Music Hall, and Bridges House in Concord.
From L to R: Principal Architect Jason Bailey, TMS Cofounder John Merkle, Principal Architect Shannon Alther.
Along with his professional contributions, John’s volunteerism is also outstanding, as he has served as a president of the New Hampshire chapter of the AIA, as well as chair of his hometown Exeter Historic District Commission, among other endeavors.
John received his award from leaders of the NH Preservation Alliance.
Tilton School’s Fred A. Smart Chapel, where the award ceremony was held.
We are so happy to see his hard work and dedication recognized and spend time reflecting on the past 41 years of TMS with one of its founders. Congratulations to John and thank you for the foundation that you laid for the TMS legacy!