Most of you already know we are passionate about historic preservation here at Keperling Preservation Services. And it is our goal to share that passion with others not only by physically preserving the built environment, but also by providing educational materials via blog posts, “coffee break” videos, email newsletters, and podcasts. To our surprise …
“The past is not the property of historians; it is a public possession. It belongs to anyone who is aware of it, and it grows by being shared. It sustains the whole society, which always needs the identity that only the past can give.” – William J. Murtagh You might have guessed by now, but we’re passionate …
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, …
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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Jeff Siegler of Revitalize,or Die. joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: Community Place Planning Placemaking Civic Self-esteem Our built environment’s impact on our health To connect with Jeff visit: Facebook Jeff Siegler | LinkedIn To purchase the Your City is Sick book
Laura Crook of the Doctors House Museum joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the saving of the Doctors house from demolition, the restoration, and the museum (along with paranormal investigation spoilers). Laura Crook served on the Board of Directors from 2015 – 2019 and has participated as Chair of the Membership & Outreach Committee, …
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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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Nikki Stewart, Executive Director of Old North Illuminated joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the history of the site (made famous by Paul Revere’s Ride by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) encompassing 300 years of American history and part of the Freedom Trial. Plus, the challenges to accessibility in historical sites and educational programs both in …
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Jeremy Ebersole, Communications Specialist, from The Landmark Trust USA joined the Practical Preservation podcast and shared how The Landmark Trust USA preserves at risk properties and his love of motor themed architecture and neon signs. You can follow The Landmark Trust USA: Facebook and The Landmark Trust USA (@thelandmarktrustusa) • Instagram photos and videos Visit …
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We’re back! On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle speaks with Dr. Stephanie Ryberg-Webster, author of the book “Preserving the Vanishing City: Historic Preservation amid Urban Decline in Cleveland, Ohio (Urban Life, Landscape and Policy)” about the struggles of preservation during urban decline. You can find Stephanie’s book online at Temple …
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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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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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