It is with great pleasure that SHPO Allyson Brooks and DAHP welcome Nicholas Vann to fill Stephen Mathison’s position as the State Historical Architect. Nicholas will assume his new duties at DAHP’s Olympia office as of August 1, 2011. Nicholas comes to Washington from New Orleans where he currently works as a project manager at Trapolin-Peer Architects. A native of Tempe, Arizona, Nicholas gained his Bachelors and Masters degrees in Architecture and a second Masters degree... more
News & Events
Jul 11, 2011
Limitations on the Delegation of Authority by Federal Agencies to Initiate Tribal Consultation under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act delegation memo final 7-1-11 A federal agency is allowed, in some circumstances, to delegate to its applicants the responsibility to initiate consultation pursuant to the regulations that implement Section 106 of the National... more
Jul 11, 2011
An Exhibition and Lecture of Interest to People interested in the regional Arts and Crafts Movement EVERGREEN MUSE: THE ART OF ELIZABETH COLBORNE June 17 –September 25, 2011 Whatcom Museum 250 Flora Street Bellingham, Wa. 98225 Tuesday through Sunday, Noon – 5 pm (360) 778-8930 The Whatcom Museum presents this first comprehensive exhibition of the art of Elizabeth Colborne. As one of Bellingham’s most accomplished early artists, she developed a national reputation as a successful illustrator... more
Jul 11, 2011
Museum to preserve historical objects found during road construction
SEATTLE–Construction crews digging into Seattle-area highway projects find more than just dirt below their work zones. They find artifacts – century-old bottles, shoes, and other everyday objects – that tell a story about the region’s long-buried past. To house a growing collection of artifacts unearthed by highway crews, the Washington State Department of... moreJun 29, 2011
Jun 16, 2011
The McLoughlin House Unit (in Oregon City, Oregon) of Fort Vancouver National Historic Site presents its 2011 Summer Event Calendar. Victorian Handcraft Demonstrations This ongoing hands-on demonstration series features a variety of Victorian needlework and handwork techniques. Experience... moreJun 16, 2011
VANCOUVER, WA - Superintendent Tracy Fortmann has announced the 2011 Public Archaeology Field School at Fort Vancouver Portland State University, Washington State University Vancouver, the National Park Service, Northwest Cultural Resources Institute, and the Fort Vancouver National Trust are pleased to announce the tenth field school in historical archaeology at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. “This unique National Park Service program is a signature educational program for the... more
Jun 16, 2011
The Technical Preservation Services (TPS) division of the National Park Service (NPS) has announced the availability of updated brochures on two historic preservation planning topics. The Historic Surplus Property Program is a fold-out brochure with summary information about how to acquire federally owned historic properties (such as old courthouses, military properties, post offices) that are determined to be surplus to government needs. The brochure includes a case study of a building in... more
Jun 13, 2011
This week the National Trust Community Investment Corporation released its second annual report on the economic impact of the historic tax credit. The study conducted by Rutgers University examined the historical and current application of the federal historic tax credit; presents quantitative and qualitative information regarding the economic and other benefits of the federal HTC; and explores ways in which the current federal HTC can be more flexibly applied in the future. The report... more
Jun 13, 2011
Northwest Fisheries Science Center The National Marine Fisheries Service, formerly the Bureau of Fisheries, is one aspect of NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) and can trace its origins back to 1871. It manages living marine resources and their habitat within the United States and its Exclusive Economic Zone (water three to 200 miles offshore) through conservation and protective measures. This agency, comprised of six regional offices and... more
Jun 07, 2011
2011 This Place Matters Community Challenge
Let the voting begin!
Check out the NTHP website to find your favorite local preservation organization (or a preservation project that inspires you) on the map, or scroll through the list, to read their story, check out their This Place Matters photo, and VOTE for them so that they can be one of three cash prize-winning... moreJun 07, 2011
The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) is seeking input on its plan to review the regulations implementing Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. This request for public comment is the ACHP’s first step in complying with Executive Order 13563, “Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review” (EO) which directs federal agencies to review existing significant regulations and identify those that can be made more effective or less burdensome in achieving regulatory... more
Jun 07, 2011
Friday Harbor Laboratories – University of Washington Organized, university-backed field research can be traced back to 1903 when University of Washington Professor of Zoology Trevor Kincaid searched for a site in the Salish Sea to establish a marine biology field station, selecting Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. UW Botany Professor Theodore Christian (T.C.) Frye joined Kincaid and together they taught students at the station...
moreMay 31, 2011
Construction Project Manager (with 5 or more years experience):
Arciform LLC is a design/build company specializing in the restoration and remodel of historic and vintage structures. We are looking for a professional project manager. Only reliable professionals with a strong work ethic need apply. A pre-employment drug test will be required and professional references will be verified. Please respond to this posting with a cover letter, historic project list and resume via email to:... more
May 23, 2011
Join the Masonry Institute of Washington for a day of hands-on education in the design and construction of masonry cavity walls. Get instruction from leading masonry experts and get your hands dirty building and installing all components of a masonry wall system. This program is certified for AIA learning units, so it is a great way to fulfill your continuing education requirements. SYMPOSIUM... more
May 23, 2011
The National Trust has had a unique relationship with the Save America’s Treasures grant program. Through their SAT office they have assisted sites with both SAT applications and raising the required federal grant match. However, given the current federal fiscal situation and outlook for funding, the National Trust has decided to close their SAT office. SAT Director, Bobbie Green McCarthy, will be leaving the National Trust as of June 30th.
