JOSHUA GLASSBURN-RUBY

Executive Director since 2024
 

Preserving Noblesville’s past, strengthening its present, and inspiring the future.

As Executive Director of Noblesville Preservation Alliance, I am honored to lead an organization that since 1987 has been devoted to protecting the architecture, character, and historic charm of Noblesville while serving as a voice for our residents. I believe preservation is far more than safeguarding homes and buildings. It is about safeguarding people, their stories, and the values that shape our shared identity. Preservation means carrying forward traditions and experiences, so they remain alive for those who come after us.

Every person is a preservationist, often without realizing it, and every life story matters. Life itself is a rare gift, and when we preserve the stories of our life, we gift our future generations with a chance to learn, grow, and be inspired.

My vision for NPA is to strengthen Noblesville by honoring its past while cultivating a connected and vibrant present, for the betterment of our future. Preservation is not only about bricks and mortar; it is about community. By building strong partnerships, engaging residents, and creating programs that help people recognize themselves as preservationists, we ensure Noblesville’s authentic character will continue to endure and thrive for many generations to come.

Together with my spouse of 23 years, I am proud to call Old Town Noblesville home. Living in the heart of this historic neighborhood fuels my commitment and deepens my love for this city. It is my privilege to serve alongside residents, volunteers, community leaders, and partner organizations as we continue writing Noblesville’s story together. Our responsibility is to protect what makes this place special while opening the door to new opportunities for connection, collaboration, and growth.