Historic Places

ROELAND PARK, Kan. - Residents and Indigenous advocates are calling a proposal to place historical markers throughout Roeland Park a misrepresentation of history. The Roeland Park Historical Committee recommended that the city…

Brad Anderson, an employee of Cattrell Co. of Wheeling, uses a torch to cut through steel braces used outside 722-724 Main St. Thursday. The steel braces are removed from the exterior and will be placed on the interior instead. This…

The Fly Creek Hotel, in the foreground, stands in front of a barn which is also the subject of a request for demolition. (Tara Barnwell/AllOtsego.com) A request filed on behalf of the Leatherstocking Corporation to demolish the…

By GREGORY ZELLER // The preservationist armada blockading Plum Island enlists heavy guns. Barely two months after the Long Island Regional Planning Board announced its support for public and private efforts to permanently preserve the…

AAs Ukraine celebrated the climax of the Orthodox year, the capital's Pechersk Lavra - a monastic complex that has allegiance to the Patriarch of Moscow - held an Easter service under unusually tense circumstances.Normally, streets across…

April 22 – HENDERSON – The Henderson Institute Historical Museum will reopen on May 3 after a two-year closure caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.Karen Johnson, co-chair of the museum's communications committee, said she has received many…

METAMORA, Ind. (WISH) - A horse-drawn riverboat in Metamora stopped operating two years ago due to coronavirus pandemic restrictions. A third year out of commission seems likely. Last week, the boat was taken out of…

The Fresno City Council will vote Thursday on a deal to buy the Tower Theater for $6.5 million to preserve the historic character and use of the theater. The complicated purchase proposal includes provisions for Sequoia Brewery…

More than 100 years ago, Stutz automobiles were produced in a now historic building in Indianapolis. INDIANAPOLIS — The landscape of Indianapolis has evolved in recent years as more businesses set up shop and invest in…

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PASCAGOULA, Mississippi (WLOX) — Researchers have discovered the remains of a 207-year-old whaler off the coasts of Mississippi and Louisiana.The ship is 64 feet long and was found resting on the seabed in the Gulf of Mexico.The ship is 64…

The Pedrick-Lawson House at 515 Ransom Street will be open to the public on Thursday, April 21 from 5 p.m.…

Gubert. Reitz. Koch. Igleheart. Evansville, past and present, is marked by surnames that have impacted our schools, our government, our roads and the history of our town. Inspired by "What's in a Name?" in Living from Evansville 2014…

Brookfield Properties has redone its East Village…

Spring is here and just around the corner, summer. It's time to plan your vacation. As the great American continent stretches out before you, a thousand and one options are available to you from coast to coast. There is one place,…

The historic four-bedroom colonial at 132 Clift Street in Mystic, Connecticut was brand new to the market when Jon Arruda shared some thoughts with Welcome Home on the property's many compelling attributes. Arruda, associate broker at…

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CHICAGO — For Marcus Medsker, the pace of life in Quincy, Illinois, is slow. And he likes it that…

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Although Criado would prefer to live closer to playgrounds, as parents of six, she and her husband need more space than Fairlington homes offer in their price range. She said that for families with fewer children, Fairlington would be a…

Included in each City Council Briefing Packet is a note from the City Administrator providing a summary and background to the items on the agenda. We'll start posting these memos here in our news feed to make them more accessible.…

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LANSDOWNE - Thanks to a $3.5 million increase in county and federal funding, the Lansdowne Theater could open its doors to public performances as early as summer of next year. “We expect to begin construction in June or July and we…

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TEXARKANA, Ark. -- What began as a controversial demolition proposal more than two years ago became a reality Thursday at 501 Pecan St. Wrecking crews spent Thursday demolishing the Claude Fouke House (aka Joe B. Wilson House), which…

Q: Student success and retention have been areas of focus for you in your career. What opportunities do you see to help students thrive in Suffolk? A: First of all, I look forward to meeting the students. I have a deep…

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When we have traveled we have stayed at several B&Bs and I would say each time and each place we have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Each bed and breakfast or "bnb" has its own character and appeal. Depending on location, age, season,…

One of the most important cultural and historical sites in the United States This historic grant is crucial because it will enable the reconstruction of Fort Mose, one of the most culturally significant…

Posted: 02/26/2022 19:39:06 One of the state's largest developers has begun the process of turning the dilapidated Department of Transportation site on Stickney Avenue into housing, although it remains to…

For the popular Netflix series, Seibel had to hunt through the titular city for unique and rare pieces to help make the show shine. Having worked on the final two episodes of another location-focused show—sex and the city- she is an expert…

(Editor's note: This article and photos originally appeared in Volume 13, Number 5, February 16, 1979, of The Sugarloaf & Rangeley Lakes Irregular and are reproduced here in their entirety. ©The Original Irregular) STRATTON - The…

Story: Founded in 1798 by James Campbell, Jamestown was incorporated as…

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The Alamo. The Gunter Hotel. The Brazen Monkey. These are just the names of a handful of buildings in San Antonio listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The latter is a popular bar on the St. Mary's Strip with a facade…

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When a heart attack killed Oscar Martin Carter in 1928, newspapers marked the millionaire's passing with statements of his wonderment.Financial assistant. Banker. City builder. Gold digger. Inventor. Dakota Cattle King. Texas Money…

In its first round of 2022 grants, Preservation Austin awarded a total of $27,500 to five projects, including the Roberts Clinic in East Austin, Cisco's Restaurant Bakery and Bar, and the 1940 Luther Hall Building. The nonprofit…

Operation Donate: The Voorheesville Public Library will be accepting donations of personal care items from February 1 through the end of the month. Some examples of items needed are: shampoo, conditioner, shaving cream, disposable razors,…

Civil rights leader Malcolm X called many Michigan communities home in his lifetime — Lansing, Mason and Flint, to name a few. However, it was the house he lived in just outside of Detroit in Inkster that recently received historic…

North Carolina's generally mild climate is perfect for year-round outdoor activities. Complete with mountain views and a coastal…

DURHAM, NC (WTVD) -- The Carolina Theater in Durham turns 96 on Wednesday.The theater opened on February 2, 1926 as Durham Auditorium and has hosted many different community events. It was the only theater in Durham to admit African…

The recent announcement that the Chattanooga Read House Hotel had reached its 150th year of operation inspired this story. Mention has been made of several world-class personalities who had spent at least one night there - perhaps…

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The crumbling medieval fortress of Barnard Castle saw record numbers of visitors last year after gaining notoriety as Dominic Cummings' destination during a lockdown mission to test his eyesight.Visitors to the 12th century castle on the…

STAMFORD — Fast-casual restaurant group Fresh&co has announced plans to open its first Connecticut location this year at the downtown Atlantic Station complex.It will occupy 2,860 square feet in the east tower of Atlantic Station at 355…

Valentine's Day is the day for love and we know you're all planning to drop everything and run away to rekindle the flame. There's no better way to focus on your partner than traveling to some of the most romantic places! Whether…

Governor Chris Sununu announced the opening of new walk-in COVID-19 vaccination sites across the state, including a second in the Seacoast region during his coronavirus briefing on Wednesday.The announcement came as the number of active…

Welcome to Eleven Arches, also known as Grace Mansion. The historic trophy property was built in 1937, by famed architect Josias Joesler, as a winter home for Louise N. Grace, the heiress of Eastern shipping magnate WRGrace. The walled…

The story of the grand Victorian greenhouse in Golden Gate Park that has served as San Francisco's Conservatory of Flowers since 1879 is a bit crazy, and it's had to be rebuilt three times already.Following the announcement this week of…

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — About 20 years ago, downtown Sioux Falls saw major change as businesses began investing in aging and vacant buildings, leading to the now bustling Phillips Avenue.This growth continues as new developments…

Aurora is a small village of less than a thousand people located in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Originally…

By Sydney Franklin, WRAL Multiplatform ProducerAbout a 25-minute drive from downtown Raleigh are two unique towns filled with small town charm but plenty of activities. Zebulon is…

Jan 07, 2022 In Draper, a suburb of Salt Lake City, developers recently plans revealed to build Utah first “city in 15…

The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Preservation Society received a $ 500,000 grant from the State Parks,…

Traveling is not easy for all of us and traveling alone, let alone. While it's all about discovering new places, exploring cultures, and indulging in local cuisines, traveling with people can be a bit of a letdown. Solo travel gives you…

At the dawn of a new year in the national parks system, what will it bring? / Kurt Repanshek fileWhat will 2022 bring to the network of national parks? There are many unknowns, but there are also “known” ones, when it comes to what the…

December 29, 2021, 11:05 a.m. Got a newsroom tip, a press release, a list of local events, or digital content to share? Send it here. Support our mission by visiting patreon.com/fl1 and become a monthly subscriber.A Phelps couple want…

EAGLE POINT, Ore. - Many people in the Eagle Point community were devastated early on Christmas morning 2015 when the Butte Creek plant, the last of its kind west of the Mississippi, burned down.This then included the owner, Bob…

The restored B Building, circa 1872, at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, now occupied by Steiner Studios. Photo courtesy of State Parks The restoration of the 19th Century Building B at Brooklyn Navy Yard is one of nine projects that were…

AP Top Stories December 17 AHere's the latest for Friday, December 17: Biden calls for progress on voting rights legislation; Ghislaine Maxwell's defense presents her case. Rebuilding the tornado-damaged parts of Kentucky could take…

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ROCKLAND, Maine - The effort to restore the 19th-century duplex where famous poet Edna St. Vincent Millay was born is entering its final stages. With one side of the house now finished and intended to become rental year-round, the…

DETROIT, Mich. - The University of Michigan, related companies and Olympia Development of Michigan on Monday announced plans to build the Detroit Center for Innovation in the Detroit District.Initial plans to develop the site of the former…

The contract has been signed for the next round of Eligibility Determination (DOE) / Cultural Resource surveys and inventories for city neighborhoods. The work will focus on the neighborhoods of Retta Brown and Country Club Colony (CCC) to…

GREENFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - The town of Greenfield has received funding for the First National Bank building along the Bank Row urban renewal district. The City of Greenfield will use $ 25,000 from MassDevelopment to develop RFPs…

GUADALUPE, California - The Theater Royal de Guadalupe is being nominated for the National Register of Historic Places The theater is located in the Japanese enclave of Guadalupe, owned, built and operated by Americans of…

SPOKANE - The owner of the historic Chancellery building in downtown…

ST. CLOUD - A Stearns County grand jury has charged a St. Cloud woman with premeditated 1st degree murder in the shooting death of Janessa Lashay Harris.Thirty-three years Angela Jones is also charged with intentional 2nd degree murder in…

Linda leuzzi Victor Principe wrote two books "Images of America", "Bellport Revisited" and "Bellport Village and Brookhaven Hamlet", meticulously researched and very readable volumes with 19th and…

November 30, 2021 is a day recognized worldwide as a celebration of generosity. Spearheading 2012, Giving Tuesday is an opportunity for people to share acts of kindness as well as donate time, money and goods to support communities…

By David Pendered Oakland Cemetery embarks on its largest remembrance program. The $ 12.5 million project is set to begin Tuesday, with Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms set to lead a dedication ceremony for the 1899 Bell Tower…

ELY, Minn. (AP) - While Dan Amitrano doesn't aim to capture naughty ghosts eating hot dogs or giant marshmallow men using a proton pack like Egon Spengler, Dr. Steven Venkman or Ray Stantz from the classic "Ghostbusters"…

The United States is home to many popular cities that also come with a low price to visit, and here's what travelers can expect in each one.…

Posted: 11/23/2021 4:45:42 PM Modified: 11/23/2021 4:45:30 PM The Center for the Arts, Lakes Sunapee Region Literary Arts Guilds invites you to join us, as well as the Warner Historical Society for a…

Eleven months after a massive, air-assisted Broome County sports dome fell under heavy snow, its replacement collapsed as construction neared completion.The structure that was to be the new home of the Grand Binghamton sports complex fell…

Two new murals recently commissioned by the developers of Mare Island are receiving mixed reviews from the public and have prompted the city of Vallejo to declare that pre-approval is required before more murals are painted on the historic…

Hotel history: El Tovar Hotel (95 rooms) and The Hopi House gift shop One hundred and sixteen years ago, two architectural gems opened in Grand Canyon National Park: the 95-room El Tovar Hotel and the adjacent Hopi House gift shop. Both…