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 …
Michael Lemieux and Jenny MacDonald of Full Circle Homes and Mayflower Mercantile joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: Their restoration of antique homes The HGTV show they formerly hosted – Houses with History The modern code requirements and creative solutions How design and construction should be a smart and thoughtful process How to contact: …
Nick Redding from Preservation Maryland joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: The important work of Preservation Maryland as a statewide advocacy organization founded in 1931 How preservation advocacy can be proactive and reactive The Campaign for Historic Trades – featured on this past podcast episode How preservation is changing and the need for flexibility, …
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Alden Wicker of EcoCult joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: her work as an investigative journalist sustainability and material research how insulation (spray foam) can make your home toxic and destroy your historic home the dangers of plastic especially in house fires and how to make choices that are good for you and the …
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Lori Arnold, wood conservator, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: Her background in fine art before pivoting to historic preservation Her PhD in wood epoxy How wood interacts with epoxy Lori’s epoxy choice (John was a podcast guest you can listen here) The interesting projects she has been involved in Home – ASW Hobart …
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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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Christopher Rogers from the Friends of the Tanner House joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: The process of community engagement in saving a building Enabling the black storytellers of West Philadelphia to tell their stories The history of the Tanner Family as part of the American history The challenges of preservation of a structurally …
Katie Fitzhugh of Re:Purpose Savannah joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: Re:Purpose Savannah and its mission Why deconstruction is a climate conscious option How traditional demolition and construction is a 1/3 of the world’s waste How policy makers are beginning to codify deconstruction How to get in touch: 2025 Calendar Website Instagram Facebook
Christian Gray of inCOMMON Community Development joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: The mission of inCOMMON Community Development How they are transforming neighborhoods in Omaha, NE through the neighbors Ways to use development to make an impact The concept of where we grow matters How to use Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) to off-set …
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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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