Historic Preservation

Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Ellie Isaacs of Landmark Preservation Consulting

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Ellie Isaacs of Landmark Preservation Consulting. Danielle and Ellie discussed why it’s important to prioritize project work to account for funding, and how educating clients on care and maintenance is critical to long term preservation efforts. Ellie also discussed some of her favorite …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Randolph “Randy” Harris, Preservation Advocate

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation podcast, Danielle spoke with Preservation Advocate Randolph “Randy”l Harris. Randy believes that “history is local” and told us about the beginnings of the Lancaster walking tour, and how it evolved into a sought after attraction. Randy also discussed the Underground Rail Road and its history in Lancaster …

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Lisa Oestreicher of Oestreicher Architectural Paint Research

On this week’s episode we spoke with Lisa Oestreicher of Oestreicher Architectural Paint Research.  Lisa discussed methods of paint research as well as how changes in a home’s paint often indicates historic events in the home such as marriages, celebrations, or new ownership. We also discussed the importance of picking an accurate paint color as …

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Kevin Ritter of Timeless Kitchen Cabinetry

This week Kevin Ritter of Timeless Kitchen Cabinetry joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss his craft of custom cabinetry, common mistakes homeowners make when replacing cabinetry in their historic homes, and why to use natural materials in your historic home. You can find Timeless Kitchen Cabinetry online at http://www.tkcabinetry.com, or on Instagram @timeless_kitchen_cabinetry.

Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Aubern Mason, Artist

On this week’s episode we spoke with Aubern Mason, an artist who has dedicated her career to historically accurate paint replication.  Aubern discussed the intricacies involved in matching colors and styles when painting historic homes and buildings.   You can find Aubern on Instagram, Facebook,  and Etsy. If your historic property was damaged in the …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Josh Coleman and Mike Eenigenburg of Lancaster County Timber Frames Inc.

Josh Coleman and Mike Eenigenburg of Lancaster County Timber Frames Inc. joined us this week to discuss their work in traditional building and timber framing, including hidden gems in historic work, and how to accurately restore or replace framing while adjusting to new codes and requirements.  You can find Lancaster Timber Frames on their website. …

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring John Lindtner of Building Preservation Services

This week we spoke with John Lindtner of Building Preservation Services about his journey from an MBA grad to a restoration specialist and the importance of preserving historic windows. You can find John on Facebook or his website, and contact him by phone at 302-983-4056 or by email at buildingpreservationservices@gmail.com.

Holidays in Historic Homes

THE HOLIDAYS – A time for religious observance, merriment, revelry, nostalgia, and magic. The customs we see today have their own history and origins, but true to classic “melting pot” traditions, those practices were blended into our current national amalgam of Christmas time. With so many ties to history and deep-rooted heritage, it’s the perfect …

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Becky LeBarre Renfrew Museum and Park

Becky LaBarre, executive director of Renfrew Museum and Park, located in Waynesboro, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the site, as well as special Christmas events. We covered multiple topics, including: Becky’s background, including how growing up near Greenfield Village sparked her early interest in History and Preservation The history and preservation story …

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