Preservation in the News - February 4, 2010
Posted February 5, 2010
Fort Collins named a "Distinctive Destination"
02/04/10
Outlet: Denver Post, The
"Few visitors to California's Disneyland realize that the theme park's 'Main Street, USA' is actually modeled on Fort Collins' Main Street," said Richard Moe, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. "But why settle for an imitation...
City receives historic designation
Diem, Chris 02/04/10
Outlet: Mining Journal
From February 3 - Richard Moe: "Marquette is a must-see for travelers looking to get off the beaten path," he said. "Marquette offers visitors a chance to enjoy history, art, outdoor activities and spectacular natural resources." Citing Marquette'...
National historic group picks Rockland as one of 12 distinctive destinations
02/04/10
Outlet: Village Soup
From February 3 - "With great pride in its maritime past and present, Rockland blends tradition with an innovative spirit," said Richard Moe, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. "Visitors will discover an authentic snapshot of...
Intelligent Travel: A Dozen Distinctive Destinations
Nanos, Janelle 02/04/10
Outlet: National Geographic Traveler
From February 3 - "The whole reason for the Dozen Distinctive Destinations program is that we think that Americans are really looking for authenticity and authentic places," Brown said. "We are showcasing those towns and cities that offer a dynamic v...
Judge hears challenge to Orange, Va., Wal-Mart
02/04/10
Outlet: Richmond Times-Dispatch
From the Associated Press (AP) - "She argues for a standing that no one could ever meet," argued Robert D. Rosenbaum, representing the trust and the residents. After listening to more than three hours of legal wrangling today, a judge will d...
N.Y. church's move to Georgia 'Preservation by relocation'?
Hampson, Rick 02/04/10
Outlet: USA Today
A neighborhood loses an architectural grace note, and those who built it lose something they feel is sacred, according to Wendy Nicholas of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. St. Gerard's was where her grandparents and parents were...
Dozen distinctive destinations
02/04/10
Outlet: MSNBC.com
From February 3 - Historic preservation - it's not just for Civil War buffs and the Daughters of the American Revolution anymore. At least not according to the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which has just released its Dozen Distinctive De...
12 Historic Travel Destinations
02/04/10
Outlet: Chicago Tribune - Online
From February 3 - The National Trust's announcement lauded St. Louis for the historic brick buildings that line its cobblestone streets, saying the city "lives up to its iconic status as the 'Gateway to the West.'" See slideshow for information a...
Galveston's Green Revival Show House
02/04/10
Outlet: Orlando Sentinel
"This house will be loaded with green elements, including some wind energy and solar power," said Matthew Pelz, Partners in the Field project coordinator with GHF. "If someone is doing a total rehab, or a deep-energy retro-fit, we will be able to sho...
Federal historic-renovation program might lose all funding
Johnson, Alan 02/03/10
Outlet: Columbus Dispatch
In the past decade, 47 Ohio projects have received nearly $12 million in grants from Save America's Treasures. The list includes the Palace Theatre in Columbus, Woodward Opera House in Mount Vernon, Wright Flyer in Dayton and Union Terminal in Cincin...
Help Make Chestnut Hill a Favorite
Stamm, Dan 02/03/10
Outlet: WCAU-TV
"Chestnut Hill thrives with opportunities for fine dining and boutique shopping as well as the enjoyment of the outdoors in the nearby Wissahickon Valley Park," said the National Trust for Historic Preservation The Philly neighborhood was also rec...
Little Glass house on the Prairie
Stephen Longmire 02/03/10
Outlet: Chicago Reader
On the Grounds of Mies van der Rohe's Farnsworth House in Plano, Illinois, sits the cupola of a Victorian building that once stood in central London. With a weather vane still twirling on top, it could be a dunce cap or witch's hat--or perhaps a mini...
Heritage group names Sitka 'distinctive destination'
02/02/10
Outlet: Anchorage Daily News
From February 3 - Sitka has been named one of a dozen "distinctive destinations" for 2010 by the trust, which cites in particular its Russian and Native heritage "still at the center of daily life in the bustling downtown."...
Historic preservation tips are plentiful on the Web
02/02/10
Outlet: ThisWeek Community Newspapers
From February 3 - The first is the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the nation's nonprofit preservation leader and advocate...it is my go-to source for tips on things like weatherization and window repair; articles about preservation in prac...
Oak Street - Twelfth on Oprah's list of 100 Things That Are (actually) Getting Better
Stroud, Sandi 02/02/10
Outlet: Examiner.com
From February 3 - The Main Street program is a formal framework that provides guidelines for a grassroots organization (primarily volunteers) to manage their retail district. It provides funding for a program manager and offers matching grants for si...
Simsbury On 2010 Dozen Distinctive Destinations List
Buck, Rinker 02/02/10
Outlet: Hartford Courant
From February 3 - The National Trust for Historic Preservation has named Simsbury as one of its Dozen Distinctive Destinations for 2010, recognizing the Farmington Valley town for exceptional efforts to protect its recreational and historic asset...
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