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Feb 10, 2012, 8:00 am
Overhills will forever remain a beloved memory of mine and a peaceful bubble of a world in the rural sandhills of North Carolina. I may not have lived or visited Overhills during its life as an active hunting retreat or family retreat, but I had the honor and pleasure of working for the buildings an... Comment - Like
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Feb 9, 2012, 8:00 am
Dwell Magazine (a contemporary magazine devoted to modern design) currently has a digital issue entitled Rethinking Preservation. Be sure to read page 4, “Preservation Recommended.” Paired with this digital issue is a contest of the same name. Anyone was invited to submit a landmark worthy of pr... Comment - Like
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Feb 6, 2012, 12:05 pm
Perhaps a red and green bridge is more appropriate for Christmas than February but who doesn’t want to see a bridge that is currently two colors? Who likes a red truss bridge? I do! Or do you prefer green? How about half and half? It’ll be two colors for a while since painting in February Comment - Like
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Feb 3, 2012, 1:09 pm
A train depot is a type of structure that is easily recognizable by many people, partially because it is adjacent to railroad tracks and partially because of its form and massing. Tell tale features to look for include 1) a bay window or projection from the building that would offer a better line of... Comment - Like
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Feb 2, 2012, 8:54 am
In the world of transportation and preservation, I spend a lot of time around bridges, conducting resource IDs, evaluating the historic significance of these bridges and reviewing projects for any adverse effects to our historic bridges and adjacent historic resources. Anyone who conducts resources ... Comment - Like
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Feb 1, 2012, 9:21 am
Sprawl and poor development decisions pop up everywhere; infill that adversely effects its surroundings can happen almost anywhere, even in a historic district in picturesque Vermont. Let’s use Fair Haven as an example. Traveling through Fair Haven, VT on VT Route 22A or VT Route 4 you’ll pass w... Comment - Like
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Jan 27, 2012, 11:36 am
I love sidewalks. Seriously. Sidewalks create connectivity in neighborhoods and towns, which increases the livability and quality of life for the community members. Why? Children can walk on the sidewalks, safe out of the traveled lanes of traffic. Pedestrians, runners, dog walkers and everyone else... Comment - Like
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Jan 26, 2012, 2:53 pm
Moisture can cause snowballing, extremely expensive damage in any buildings. A leaky roof can turn into the root of all moisture problems. So, what to do when you’re in a pinch and need a creative solution for your roof. Check out this house in Addison County, Vermont. At first glance it looks at ... Comment - Like
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Jan 25, 2012, 8:53 am
I have two confessions. (1) I get sucked into HGTV. It’s terrible. Usually it’s “House Hunters” or “Property Virgins” or some remodeling show such as “Love It or List It” or “Property Brothers.” This particular selection of shows is probably more related to when I watch HGTV than... Comment - Like
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Jan 23, 2012, 8:03 pm
Meet the newest member of the Preservation in Pink flamingo family, Miss Adelaide. Forgetting the others? Check out the family portraits. Disclaimer: I really haven’t named any of these flamingos, except Adelaide. Welcome to the flamingo family! Comment - Like
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Jan 20, 2012, 9:15 am
Open space is not a renewable resource. It is finite. It seems like an obvious statement. Once open space is developed, it likely never will be returned to a natural state. Preservation, as a whole, understands this concept. Master plans often center growth in specific areas. Our National Parks, wil... Comment - Like
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Jan 19, 2012, 9:20 am
I am a Historic Preservationist. I love historic buildings, districts, landscapes, historic bridges, comprehensive planning, sidewalks, rehabilitation, revitalization of downtown, small and local businesses, proper infill, kitschy roadside Americana, blue highways, heritage tourism, National Par... Comment - Like
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Jan 16, 2012, 11:15 am
Today in Vermont it’s below freezing (as in currently 15 below zero), and while the snow-covered branches are beautiful and glistening, it is just not warm anywhere. The only way I can think of to be warm today is to heat up the house by cooking. Considering cooking is not my domestic forte, this ... Comment - Like
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Jan 13, 2012, 8:21 am
Previously: Historic v. Historical The grammar topic for today: affect v. effect. “Affect” and “effect” are commonly misused words, whether in relation to the preservation field or not. While the nuances of these two words can seem complex and there are instances in which both can be verbs a... Comment - Like
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Jan 11, 2012, 12:01 pm
All of a sudden, it seems, the discussion of historic preservation, cultural conservation and archaeological protection on the moon and in space, is making the news. If you glance over space preservation or moon preservation or similar subjects, it could sound a bit strange, yes? Some people (the pe... Comment - Like
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Jan 9, 2012, 8:00 am
How about some homeowner fun on this Monday morning? Let’s talk paint. All houses have their mysteries, and ours is no different. One of the things that we loved most about this house was the minimal updating. In fact, the paint colors even gave the impression of decades ago and the shadows on the... Comment - Like
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Jan 5, 2012, 9:10 am
Most towns have at least one vacant storefront. Does yours? Mine does. Many more have vacant second or third (or more) stories above the ground floor, whether vacant or occupied. How does anyone fill those spaces? It takes more than an idea to create a viable business in any town; it takes money, pl... Comment - Like
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Jan 4, 2012, 9:07 am
Look familiar? That’s quite typical for my house, now. I remember some icy windows in my parents’ house, too. To combat the ice, every winter my parents would blow dry the plastic over the large metal frame picture window in our 1957 ranch house. While we would lose our windowsills for the win... Comment - Like
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Nov 2, 2011, 11:18 am
Okay, it’s not actually called the “National Monument Club,” but it sounds fun, right? I’d wear a button. On November 1, 2011 President Obama designated Fort Monroe in Hampton, VA a National Monument using his presidential power designated in the Antiquities Act of 1906. The Antiquities ... Comment - Like
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Oct 31, 2011, 10:20 pm
It might as well be midnight, as we are the people who carve pumpkins on Halloween night rather than for Halloween night. Still festive, though. My artistic skills are nonexistent, so this is my best attempt at carving a house without a pumpkin carving knife. The style of this house? Vernacular, of ... Comment - Like
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Oct 31, 2011, 11:21 am
You have probably seen the revamped HISTPRES site by now. Meagan and Laura have done an excellent job putting together their new site, expanding it beyond job postings. Now the site includes resources, events, blog posts and more. Head over there today to read a guest post, written by me, in regards... Comment - Like
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Oct 31, 2011, 9:42 am
How about a pumpkin, a historic building and a historic barber shop in Brandon, VT? Brandon, VT. The barber shop is on the right and has been in operation for 50+ years. It looks it, too, with original awnings, chairs, mirrors, sinks and other fixtures. Have a great day, candy corn, pumpkin carving... Comment - Like
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Oct 28, 2011, 1:44 pm
How many preservationists out there have an engineering background? How many engineers have a preservation background? Not many, to my knowledge. These fields seem so opposite, yet how can we rehabilitate structures without a sense of engineering? Ideas can only do so much before they need to be imp... Comment - Like
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Oct 27, 2011, 7:00 am
The Vilas Bridge connects Bellows Falls, VT to Walpole, NH. It is an open spandrel concrete arch bridge constructed in 1930. The Vilas Bridge has been closed since 2009 due to deterioration of the reinforced concrete deck. The bridge is jointly owned by the New Hampshire Department of Transporation ... Comment - Like
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Oct 26, 2011, 7:00 am
What did you think of when you read the title, “Keyboard Preservationists”? Does it sound descriptive or enigmatic? Maybe both? In last week’s post, “Hey Buffalo, Wish I Were There,” I mentioned that the National Trust seems to be friendlier to young preservationists than when I was in col... Comment - Like
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Oct 24, 2011, 1:24 pm
Who else is getting chilly in the Northeast? Maybe it’s chilly in the Midwest, too? And the Northwest? Certainly you southerners are still enjoying the summer sun’s warm rays with a few lovely, blustery fall days. My memory could be skewed, but I am fairly certain that October was still very war... Comment - Like
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Oct 20, 2011, 9:01 am
This week is the annual National Trust for Historic Preservation conference in Buffalo, NY. I haven’t been to a NTHP conference since 2005 in Louisville, KY and before that, 2004 in Portland, OR. These are large conferences with many events, lectures, field sessions and meetups to choose. They w... Comment - Like
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Oct 19, 2011, 7:00 am
Extremely important news from the National Trust for Historic Preservation: Dear Preservationist, As early as today, the U.S. Senate could vote on the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill. It is likely that a harmful amendment to this bill will be offered that wou... Comment - Like
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Oct 17, 2011, 7:00 am
Every Monday needs a kitten and a flamingo, right? Isn’t Scooter adorable? He’s the newest addition to my parents’ house. I love this kitten. Comment - Like
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Oct 14, 2011, 7:30 am
Featuring a guest post today with a good roadside America tale! ———————————————————- By Elyse Gerstenecker Florida is well-known for its wacky attractions, roadside architecture, and, let’s face it, unusual citizenry. This, along with live oak trees hanging wi... Comment - Like
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Oct 13, 2011, 8:08 am
Note: This is going to get a bit lengthy, but if you are interested in my ongoing battle with insulation decisions, read on. Last week, we had a free post flood assessment offered courtesy of Efficiency Vermont. The organization has really stepped up to help those affected by the flood throughout Ve... Comment - Like
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Oct 11, 2011, 7:30 am
Details such as this one are often lost with rail, lighting and bridge upgrades due to time, efficiency and cost. Only one of these lampposts remains on this masonry arch bridge. It could use some rehab, too. Comment - Like
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Oct 10, 2011, 3:53 pm
Whether you are enjoying Columbus Day inside or out, at work or at home, I hope you have a lovely day. I’ve been painting my living room and am now covered in blue paint. In case you haven’t heard, our Vermont roads are indeed open. Some are slow going, but that’s what you want for Comment - Like
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Oct 7, 2011, 8:06 am
The faintest feelings of fall surprised me in early September: crisper mountain air, rustling of the leaves, cooler temperatures. Before long, the pumpkins, hay bales and apple festivals were everywhere. Now that October is here, and we’ve had a string of chilly days, fall is here to stay (until t... Comment - Like
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Oct 6, 2011, 8:00 am
This post was written prior to the news of Steve Jobs’ death on October 5, 2011; it seems eerily timely. The world will miss the man who played a role in changing the world. It seems only fitting to tie this statement from Apple to this post. Click the box below to head over to Comment - Like
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Oct 5, 2011, 8:00 am
I know I am late in the game here. Humor me, please. There are few television shows that I watch, and those few are the shows to which I am addicted: Gilmore Girls and Scrubs. My love for Gilmore Girls is thoroughly documented, whereas my love of Scrubs is just a new fun fact. Anyway, Comment - Like
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Sep 30, 2011, 8:28 am
This historic building appeared abandoned from the road; yet it always appeared to be kept up with some amount of care. The weathered gray clapboards, locked door, solid windows without broken panes and mowed lawn showed that someone used it recently. At first, I couldn’t decipher exactly what it ... Comment - Like
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Sep 29, 2011, 7:35 am
Chain stores. Big box retailers. Corporate America. Capitalistic society. Independently owned. Mom & Pop. Local business. Local economy. Small scale. All businesses started small at some point. Right? And some just kept growing. Or some went too far. Yes? No? We could debate the American economy... Comment - Like
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Sep 28, 2011, 8:00 am
In June, I mentioned that we were ready to embark on home ownership and beginning our search for a house. Less than two weeks later we looked at a few more houses in a different town than we had previously considered. We learned that it was good to be open-minded, and to consider all potential, Comment - Like
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