Danielle Keperling

Danielle Groshong-Keperling has worked full-time in the restoration industry since 2001, but her education in the traditional trades, construction industry, and historical preservation was built from an early age through her Father's work in the traditional trades and her Mother's love of historic architecture. Now, with Jonathan (an artisan craftsman in his own right), her partner in business and life, they work together to help historic building owners restore and preserve their piece of our built history.

Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Marc Jamieson of Heather and Little

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Marc Jamieson of Ontario, Canada based Heather & Little, a family owned custom metal fabrication business. Marc started with the family business as a child and learned the ins and outs  as he grew up, now Marc’s son is starting his sheet metal …

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‘Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Author Michael Olmert, Kitchens, “Smokehouses, and Privies: Outbuildings and the Architecture of Daily Life in the Eighteenth-Century Mid-Atlantic”

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with author Michael Olmert about his book Kitchens, Smokehouses, and Privies: Outbuildings and the Architecture of Daily Life in the Eighteenth-Century Mid-Atlantic.  Michael explained how by looking at buildings, we can discover clues about every day life from when they were used.  We also …

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Practical Preservation Podcast with Kelly Parks, Realtor at Paris Gibson Realty

On this week’s episode, we spoke with Kelly Parks, realtor at Paris Gibson Realty in Montana, specializing in historic farms, ranches, and estates. We discussed Kelly’s experience with her historic homes, and her advocacy for historic spaces in Montana and across the country. We also discussed positive trends in preservation and why we shouldn’t be …

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Author Marc Howard Ross

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with author Marc Howard Ross about his book Slavery in the North: Forgetting History and Recovering Memory.  Marc told us about his research and how how got interested in learning about how America chooses to document, or forget, history.  You can contact Marc via email …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring John Phillips of Associated Crafts & Willet Hauser Architectural Glass

On this week’s episode Danielle spoke with John Phillips of Associated Crafts & Willet Hauser Architectural Glass, Inc about the modernization of stained glass preservation and why educating customers is critical. You can find more information about Associated Crafts & Willet Hauser Architectural Glass, Inc. on their website at: https://stained-glass-window.us. 

Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Glenn Eldridge ‘The Tinman’ of Chelsea Decorative Metal Co.

Glenn Eldridge ‘The Tinman’ from Chelsea Decorative Metal Co.  joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss tin ceilings.  Chelsea Decorative Metal Co. manufactures tin ceiling panels in a variety of patterns and sizes including Art Deco, Victorian, and Turn of the Century. You can reach Glenn at: Tin Ceilings by The Tinman : Chelsea Decorative …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Gwen Jones and Karla Pearlstein of Ariel Grace Design

Gwen Jones and Karla Pearlstein of Ariel Grace Design joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss custom floor cloths, Bolling & Co. (a previous podcast guest – Gwen is a co-owner), and the Preservation Artisans Guild. You can contact Ariel Grace Designs at: 503-206-2631 or info@arielgracedesign.com or by visiting their website: Custom Floorcloth Makers | …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Bo Sullivan of Bolling & Co. and Arcalus Period Design

Bo Sullivan joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss a long career in preservation and his two companies Bolling & Co.  (period style wallpaper as art) and Arcalus Period Design Offer for our listeners: 15% off any order from Bolling & Co over $100.00  CODE: PP21 You can reach Bo at either of his websites: …

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Mindy Crawford of Preservation Pennsylvania

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Mindy Crawford, Executive Director of Preservation Pennsylvania. We discussed the role of the preservation office and the importance of local advocacy in protecting historic buildings.   You can find more information on Preservation Pennsylvania and membership opportunities on their website.