In the November 26, 2010 edition of the Federal Register, the Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced a call for applications for two of its economic development grant pools: Planning and Local Technical Assistance. Applications can be submitted on a rolling basis to EDA and grants must be matched by at least 50%. Eligible applicants are state and local government entities, economic development... more
News & Events
Nov 30, 2010
Portland, Oregon - As part of the ongoing commitment to the preservation community, PreservationDirectory.com has once again teamed up with This Old House magazine to promote their search for "The Best Places to Buy an Old House" in the United States and... moreNov 29, 2010
Check out this story on our new online HPI system on the GIScafe site.
Nov 16, 2010
The Vernacular Architecture Forum seeks nominations for the Paul E. Buchanan Award. Instituted in 1993, this award recognizes contributions to the study and preservation of vernacular architecture and the cultural landscape that did not take the form of books or published work. This so-called "gray literature" includes the well-researched and written reports, projects, plans, studies, National Register nominations, and exhibits that scholars produce each year but receive little...
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WWII Era Cottage: 1935 - 1950 The WWII Era Cottage resembles the Workingman’s Foursquare of the proceeding decade but utilized the latest advancements in spatial planning and building materials. The style serves as a transitional style bridging the gap between the Revival movement of the 1920s and the modern period leading up to and proceeding WWII. After WWII, with the peacetime economy just beginning to start up, materials were still in short supply. However the demand for housing was... more
Oct 27, 2010
Seattle, WA — December 8, 2010 in cooperation with the National Park Service, Pacific West Region Discuss the process and practice of using sustainable preservation strategies for historic structures. The environmental goal of “reduce, reuse, recycle” can enhance the capital cost competitiveness of preservation projects. Review the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) standards used to assess building performance. Focus on preservation challenges relating to energy efficiency,... more
Oct 25, 2010
Recent Washington Heritage Register Listings and National Register Nominations (October 2010, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation meeting): Click on each for photo for more detailed information! [gallery order="DESC" columns="2"]
Oct 25, 2010
The following listings are from our May, 2010 Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Meeting: [gallery order="DESC" columns="2"]
Oct 18, 2010
Karen M. Dohm 1952-2010
It is with sadness that we learn of the passing of Karen Dohm. Karen was a graduate student at the Department of Anthropology, Washington State University and completed her MA in 1981 and her Ph.D. dissertation in 1988. She... moreOct 14, 2010
| Washington State Historical Records Advisory Board, Washington State Archives, National Archives Pacific-Alaska Region, Pierce County Public Works, and the Heritage Resource Center (Washington State Historical Society) The Basics of Archives ... |
Oct 13, 2010
The Masonry Institute of Washington and the Puget Sound Chapter of CSI are pleased to present a day of education on masonry construction! This program is ideal for architects, engineers, developers and others in the building design and construction industries. Classes are taught by experienced masonry industry professionals and are certified for continuing education credits. ... more
Oct 13, 2010
Film producer Jane Turville is working to complete her film Conserving Our Future in order to document the historic preservation-sustainability linkage for thousands of television viewers. Supported by the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Kinsman Foundation, the film features several historic rehabilitation projects to demonstrate that recycling buildings is similar in concept to recycling bottles and plastic bags but much more effective in meeting saving energy and... more
Oct 07, 2010
Celebrate Washington Archaeology Month one of many events being held throughout the state. On Monday, October 25 at noon at the State Capital Museum in Olympia, Archaeologist Dr. Robert Kopperl will present a lecture about the former coal mining... moreOct 07, 2010
Proposals are due to the National Park Service by 11/30/2010 to co-sponsor one of 15 to 18 Cultural Resources Diversity Internship Program (CRDIP) interns. The 10 week summer internship program is designed to encourage minority and underrepresented students to explore careers in historic preservation/cultural resource management by working for successful applicants. Internship costs of $12,003 are split 50/50 with the NPS. More information and program guidelines can be found... more
Oct 07, 2010
October 29, 2010 is the deadline for non-profits and educational organizations to apply for up to $5,000 in funding for projects that advance the City's sustainability strategies. These strategies include smart land use/livable neighborhoods, transportation/fuel reduction, energy use reducation, waste reduction/recycling. Secondary goals address the local economy, equity/diversity, and culture.For more information about the grant program and the application form, go to their... more
Oct 06, 2010
National Park Service approves the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community to assume SHPO functions The Director of the National Park Service has formally approved the proposal of the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community to assume certain State Historic Preservation Officer duties within the exterior boundaries of the tribe’s reservation in Washington. The Tribe has assumed formal responsibility for review of Federal undertakings pursuant to Section... more
Oct 06, 2010
| A TRIP TO THE BOTTOM OF LAKE UNION In 1854 Thomas Mercer was thinking someday canals would join Lake Washington with Puget Sound and the small lake along the way would be a “union of waters,” thus the name should be Lake Union. | |
| Almost from that day folks started to wonder what was on the bottom of the “little lake.” With an average depth of 33 feet and a maximum of 49 feet, there... | |
