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Practical Preservation podcast featuring Doug Madenford of PA Dutch 101

Doug Madenford of PA Dutch 101 joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: Pennsylvania Dutch among non-Plain people Pennsylvania Dutch as a language, culture, and history Belsnickel as a PA Dutch Christmas tradition Other customs/superstitions associated with Christmas and New Years Plus, an exclusive demonstration of Danielle showing she does not have a talent for …

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Christmas in the Colonies

WHO CELEBRATED AND WHO DIDN’T? Architectural influences weren’t the only thing the colonists brought from the Old World to the New World… Christmas custom, traditions, and festivities came with them too. And just like the architecture, Christmas in the Colonies looked different depending on where you were. Virginian Christmas celebrations were merry times with feasting, dancing, …

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Practical Preservation podcast featuring Elizabeth Finklestein of Cheap Old Houses

Elizabeth Finkelstein of Cheap Old Houses joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: The Cheap Old Houses – book, Instagram, and HGTV shows (spoiler – no interior walls were removed) How Cheap Old Houses is countercultural Unique buildings converted into houses And what is a must preserve house feature How to get in touch/follow: Facebook …

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Practical Preservation podcast featuring Woody Woodworth of The Brick Painters Ltd

Woody Woodworth of The Brick Painters Ltd joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss how to restore the appearance of an already painted brick building and helping to educate about the non-damaging options viable to historic building owners. Link to the Certified Installer information – Contact – The Brick Painters – Brick Restoration in Ontario …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Christina Butler of Butler Preservation

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Christina Butler of Butler Preservation.  Christina is a preservationist, contractor, and a full professor at the American College of the Building Arts in Charleston, SC.  Danielle and Christina discussed the benefits of having both formal education and hands on experience when approaching restoration …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Sarah Ward of Ward Architecture + Preservation

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Sarah Ward of Ward Architecture + Preservation.  Danielle and Sarah spoke about how to balance the preservation of historic homes while keeping the client’s vision in mind, and how to keep the client’s vision in mind while maintaining the integrity of the historic …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Molly Ricks of Baltimore Heritage

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Molly Ricks of Baltimore Heritage. Danielle and Molly talked about how preservation serves people and communities, and how preservation outreach has changed (for good!) through the pandemic. Listen to the episode and learn more about Baltimore Heritage’s programs. You can contact Molly via …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Nicholas De Neff of the Hometown History Podcast

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Nicholas De Neff, lead writer for the Hometown History Podcast. Danielle and Nicholas discussed the importance of storytelling in place,  and how the way a story is told can influence legacy. You can contact Nick via email at Nick@itsarclightmedia.com Hometown History is produced …

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Practical Preservation Podcast featuring Taylor Voltz of Preservation Destination

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation podcast Danielle spoke with Taylor Voltz, host of the Preservation Destination podcast. Hailing from North Atlanta, Taylor moved to New Orleans in 2009 to pursue a graduate degree in Historic Preservation from Tulane University. She developed a passion for preservation while earning her undergraduate degree in American …

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