The Planning Association of Washington (PAW) and the Washington Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA WA) have announced a call for nominations for their 2012 Joint Awards Program. Deadline for submitting nominations is Thursday, May 31, 2012. Awards will be presented at the APA-WA Fall Conference, October 11-12 in Olympia. To download nomination forms, visit either www.planningpaw.org or www.... more
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Mar 15, 2012
The Washington Chapter of the American Planning Association invites you to submit session proposal(s) for the 2012 State Planning Conference, to be held October 11-12, 2012 at the Red Lion Hotel in Olympia. This year's theme is Breaking Gridlock: Creating New Alliances. "Gridlock" probably implies traffic on first thought, but the term also symbolizes political and economic gridlock and it could be applied to a variety of societal... more
Mar 15, 2012
Washington History Day staff at the Washington State Historical Society are looking for judges to serve at both upcoming regional and statewide History Day competitions. Judges are needed at regional events this coming Monday March 19 in Bremerton, March 21 in Shoreline, and March 29 in Auburn. Statewide judging takes place at Bellevue Community College on Saturday May 5. To sign-up to be a judge, register at this website. Whether you... more
Mar 14, 2012
Historic Seattle is pleased to be producing its second annual Building Renovation Fair on Saturday, April 14 at Washington Hall in Seattle. The Fair provides a wealth of practical information for old and historic home owners from local and regional experts in the field. This year, Historic Seattle has expanded the lectures from three to five presenters on a variety of topics throughout the day. Come early and stay all day. Leave with confidence about tackling everything from seismic upgrades... more
Mar 14, 2012
"From Civil War to Civil Rights" 64th Pacific Northwest History Conference
The Washington State Historical Society, permanent sponsor of the Pacific Northwest History Conference, invites proposals for the 64th Pacific Northwest History Conference, October 19-20, 2012 at the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma, Washington. We seek sessions, panels and workshop proposals on the broad theme of the Civil War and Civil Rights in the Pacific Northwest. The Pacific... moreMar 14, 2012
The City Council of Surrey, British Columbia, provided the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation a resolution in support of the preservation of the Blaine depot in the wake of recent news headlines that the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad was proceeding with... moreMar 12, 2012
The 2012 Victorian Heritage Festival celebrates Port Townsend's unique role as an exquisitely preserved historical seaport surviving and thriving as a modern city. The goal of the weekend event, March 23-25 2012, is to educate... moreMar 08, 2012
CALL FOR PAPERS Building the Inland Empire: A Closer Look at the Architects and Artisans ANNUAL CONFERENCE SOCIETY OF ARCHITECTURAL HISTORIANS MARION DEAN ROSS/PACIFIC NORTHWEST CHAPTER SPOKANE, WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 3-4, 2012
Abstracts or proposals for papers or work-in-progress reports are solicited for the 2012 annual meeting of the Marion Dean Ross/Pacific Northwest Chapter of the Society of Architectural Historians. This year's meeting will be held in Spokane, Washington... moreMar 08, 2012
This Sunday, March 11 at 2:00 pm, Historic Fort Steilacoom presents Nancy Covert portraying Laura Belle, a true renaissance woman. Born in 1853 at the age of two, she traveled with her family from Missouri to Steilacoom. Growing up on Puget Sound, she later wrote books,... moreMar 08, 2012
The federal Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) announces the availability of the third “Preserve America Executive Order Report to the President.” This 80 page report summarizes the state of the federal government’s extensive inventory of historic properties. It also examines issues that are critical to the management of these holdings and how they relate to major challenges confronting the nation, such as economic development and job creation and advancing a sustainable federal... more
Mar 08, 2012
The EPA is now accepting applications for the 11th annual National Award for Smart Growth Achievement. The entry deadline is April 6, 2012. This competition is open to public- and private-sector entities that have successfully used smart growth principles to improve communities environmentally, socially, and economically. Winners will be recognized at a ceremony in Washington, DC, in December 2012. There are 3 entry categories: Programs and Policies; Equitable... more
Mar 08, 2012
What’s Our Story?
Reflecting on Resources, Relationships, and Responsibility
The 2012 Cultural Resource Protection Summit marks the fifth anniversary of our... moreMar 08, 2012
The Washington state Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) is seeking nominations for the 22nd Annual Awards for Outstanding Achievements in Historic Preservation. This awards program recognizes persons, organizations, and projects that have achieved distinction in the field of historic preservation. Award recipients will be recognized at a ceremony held during National Historic Preservation Month, May 2012. The ceremony is sponsored by the Washington Trust for Historic... more
Mar 07, 2012
Washington State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) Allyson Brooks has mailed the following letter to SPIKE TV responding to recent announcement about their broadcast of a new TV series called "American Digger." National Geographic Channel has a similar series in the production pipeline as well. According to SPIKE's own previews and promotions, the programs features Ric Savage and his crew disturbing historic archaeological sites around the nation and promoting the commercial value of... more
Mar 07, 2012
Citizens in Bothell, Washington will join residents of thousands of other communities across the country to celebrate national Preservation Month this May. Since the National Trust for Historic Preservation created Preservation Week in 1971 to spotlight grassroots preservation efforts in America, it has grown into an annual celebration observed for a full month with a variety of events. In Bothell, Washington, Preservation Month will be observed on Saturday, May 19 when the City’s Landmark... more
Mar 07, 2012
Tuesday–Saturday, June 19–August 4, 2012 Portland State University, Washington State University Vancouver, and the National Park Service are pleased to announce a field school in historical archaeology at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and Lewis and Clark National Historical Park. The program will introduce the methods and theories of fieldwork in historical archaeology. Students will participate in all aspects of field and laboratory work: laying out units, excavation by shovel... more
Mar 07, 2012
The Northwest Cultural Resources Institute (NCRI) at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (National Park Service), has hired one of the region's leading historians and industrial archaeologists to develop a history of the U.S. Army's Spruce Production Division at Vancouver Barracks during the World War I period of 1917 to 1920. The project recognizes the upcoming centennial of WWI, and will provide background information that can be used to design exhibits and interpretive materials and... more
Mar 05, 2012
INTERPRETATION/EDUCATION SPECIALIST Reports to: Reserve Manager Location: Coupeville, WA Closing Date: March 19, 2012 Status: .75 FTE Salary Range: Competitive with Benefits (Grade 7) Summary of Position The Interpretation and Education Specialist is responsible for working with a diverse set of stakeholders to implement the Reserve’s Long Range Interpretation... more
Feb 23, 2012
The Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) regrets to announce that our irreplaceable, irrepressible, and long time Administrative Assistant Zee Hill has announced her retirement from DAHP and state service as of March 31. Those of you who have visited or talked with Zee... moreFeb 22, 2012
The National Preservation Institute, a nonprofit organization founded in 1980, educates those involved in the management, preservation, and stewardship of cultural heritage. The 2012 National Preservation Institute seminar schedule is now available online. The 2012 NPI News Release includes the calendar and seminar descriptions. Advance registration rate available through March 22, 2012... more
