Sanborn Maps Another Tool to Research House History

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Bob Yapp, Preservationist

Bob Yapp – noted preservationist, teacher, and consultant – joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss his extensive work and experiences in the field of preservation. We covered multiple topics, including: Bob’s background in preservation, from being a school-aged child whose father taught him what it means to be the steward of an old home, …

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Safety and Security for Your Historic Home

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Robert Blackson of Temple University’s Vital Signs Project

Robert Blackson, Director of Temple Contemporary Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University in Philadelphia, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the Vital Signs Project. We covered many things, including: Robert’s background as a curator and belief that “culture is something that civilizes us.” The history of sign-painting for advertisement purposes, including …

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Keeping Your Historic Home Cool in Summer

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Julie Fitzpatrick and Mary Tate of PA Downtown Center

Julie Fitzpatrick and Mary Tate, Executive Director and Field Services Coordinator of Pennsylvania Downtown Center, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the nonprofit organization’s mission and services. We covered a multitude of topics including: Julie and Mary’s backgrounds in related fields  How the mainstreet methodology remains relevant, particularly when addressing current issues and “creating …

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Preservation and Inclusivity

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Patricia O’Donnell and Gregory De Vries of Heritage Landscapes

Patricia O’Donnell and Gregory De Vries, founder and managing partner of Heritage Landscapes, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss their preservation landscape architecture and planning firm. We covered a multitude of topics including: How their diverse educational backgrounds enabled them to forge their current careers in a niche industry Terminology including “landscaping” vs. “landscape …

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Traditional Joinery

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Practical Preservation Podcast Featuring Samuel Slaymaker of Rock Ford Plantation

Samuel C. Slaymaker, III, Executive Director of Rock Ford Plantation in Lancaster, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the museum and property’s history, services, and events. We covered a multitude of topics including: Samuel’s background and what led him to his current role of director, including growing up in his ancestral home, itself …

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