Apple Restores D.C’s Historic Carnegie Library as New Retail Space
Apple recently opened its newest retail space in the restored Carnegie Library in Washington D.C. The Carnegie Library was Washington […]
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Mayor Kenney Proposes New Changes to City’s Historic Preservation Process
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney joined other city leaders in introducing new legislative and regulation reforms that would encourage the preservation of more historic sites and buildings throughout the city.
Historic Preservation Courses for Spring 2019
Register for any of MARCH’s Spring 2019 course offerings in Historic Preservation.
Preserving NJ’s Amusement Park History
The new owner of the Gingerbread Castle in Hamburg, Sussex County has begun an extensive restoration project on the structure, which was once the centerpiece of a small fairy tale themed amusement park.
Philadelphia’s Inga Saffron Wins Vincent Scully Prize
Saffron, who pens the Philadelphia Inquirer’s “Changing Skyline” architecture critique column, shares the prize with the Boston Globe’s Robert Campbell.
New Jersey Historic Trust Awards $1 Million in Preservation Grants
Grants will be used for assessment and interpretation of thirty three historic sites across the Garden State, including libraries, fire stations, private residences, and historic districts.
Preservation Engineer Robert Silman, who saved Fallingwater, Dies at 83
Those who worked with Silman say he will be long remembered for his innovative and daring solutions to seemingly impossible engineering problems.
Developer Seeks Demo Permit for NJ’s Van Zile House
A New Jersey real estate developer has filed a request for a demolition permit for the 1736 Van Zile House in Wyckoff near Midland Park.
Historic NJ Homestead to be Demolished
Mount Laurel landmark ‘Sunnyside Farms’ will be demolished due to hazardous conditions posed by the unstable structure and asbestos.
Registration Open for Fall Historic Preservation Courses
Gain an overview of preservation, delve into the history of the Delaware Valley’s built environment, try your hand at architectural sketching, or learn how properties are nominated for the National Register of Historic Places.