Do you know of a landscape, garden, streetscape, or park that is threatened with neglect, alteration, perhaps even destruction? If so, The Cultural Landscape Foundation may be able to help publicize the situation through its annual Landslide program. Nominations for the 2010 Landslide program are due March 31 and can be submitted on-line by going to their website.
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Mar 16, 2010
Join us in learning how to support visitors in Ebey's Reserve Thursday, March 18 from 3-5 pm at the Coupeville Rec Hall Free - refreshments provided.
The Central Whidbey Chamber of Commerce and the Trust Board of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve are partnering for a unique opportunity to learn about Ebey’s Reserve, and how to connect both residents and visitors with this special place. On Thursday, March 18 from 3-5 pm at the Coupeville Rec Hall,... moreMar 11, 2010
SAVE THE DATES May is National Historic Preservation Month and Historic Seattle is producing two very special events to acknowledge and celebrate the continuing use and good stewardship of our local and regional cultural and architectural landmarks. Washington Hall House Party Co-sponsored by 4Culture What: Free party, performances, community open house When: May 1 and 2, 2010 (Saturday and Sunday... more
Mar 11, 2010
Conference Overview The Washington Trust for Historic Preservation, in association with the National Barn Alliance, is hosting the Heritage Barn Conference to be held at the Marcus Whitman Hotel and Conference Center in Walla Walla on May 6-7,... moreMar 11, 2010
The Register of Professional Archaeologists announces its 2010 RPA Field School Scholarships, this year to be awarded to three students from RPA-certified field schools. One scholarship in the amount of $1000 will be awarded by three of RPA's sponsoring institutions (AAA, SAA, SHA) to a director of an RPA-certified field school, who will then award the scholarships to a deserving student. Selection criteria include geographical focus, methodological and theoretical approach, and...
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Mar 10, 2010
...Effectively moving the program from the Department of Commerce to the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation. 1:30 pm Friday, March 12.
Mar 10, 2010
The Federal Highway Administration, in cooperation with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will be accepting grant applications for the National Scenic Byway Program until April 2 or April 16 for Tribal projects. Of most relevance to historic preservation interests are projects that can be submitted in the Byway Facilities (including interpretive facilities), Resource Protection (includes purchase of property and protection/enhancement of historic, cultural, and... more
Mar 10, 2010
Mar 09, 2010
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Deputy Secretary and former King County Executive Ron Sims, has announced an advance notice and request for comment on HUD's Sustainable Communities Planning Grant Program, part of Congress' $150 million Sustainable Communities Initiative. Of that package, $100 million is targeted for the Sustainable Communities Planning Grant program. Briefly, the grant program is described as providing seed money to regional efforts to develop... more
Mar 09, 2010
Grant applications for the FY 2010 Federal Save America's Treasures Program are now available on Grants.gov. Detailed program guidelines and instructions for using Grants.gov to apply are found on our website. Applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by the due date of May 21, 2010. In FY 2010, we have $14.3 million to award (a nice bump of $4 million more than FY 2009). Please spread the word!
Mar 08, 2010
Although focused on California's State Historic Preservation Office, the sentiments below can safely describe SHPO offices across the country, including Washington.
Opinion: California's State Preservation Office is Protection, Not a Logjam
By Richard Moe Special to the San Jose Mercury News The American Recovery and Reinvestment... moreMar 08, 2010
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS - 2010 NAPC Commission Excellence Awards Deadline: May 3, 2010 Has your commission completed a project that might be a model for others? Or managed a difficult accomplishment that deserves recognition? The National Alliance of Preservation Commissions is pleased to announce its 2010 Commission Excellence Awards to recognize and honor outstanding efforts and achievements by local preservation, historic district, and landmarks commissions and boards of architectural... more
Mar 08, 2010
[gallery order="DESC" columns="2"] Fort Vancouver National Historic Site has begun planning on the Vancouver Barracks Master Plan. An environmental assessment (EA) will be prepared as part of this eff ort. Scheduled for completion in 2011, this Master Plan will establish clear direction for the rehabilitation and public use of the East and South Barracks. The National Park Service will assume ownership of this site after the U.S. Army Reserve transfers it to Fort... more
Mar 08, 2010
Half-time position with a Spokane County non-profit organization that promotes historic preservation. The successful candidate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of Historic Preservation, possess a minimum of a four-year college degree in a related field or... moreMar 08, 2010
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT 63rd Northwest Anthropology Conference Ellensburg, Washington March 24 – 27, 2010 “Anthropology at the Crossroads” is the theme for the Northwest Anthropology Conference (NWAC), Ellensburg, Washington, March 24 - 27, 2010. While all submissions will be considered, this conference will offer opportunities for multiple perspectives on where we are as a discipline, society, and species, with a special emphasis on people and the environment. The “Anthropology at the... more
Mar 08, 2010
Garry Schalliol, Director of Outreach Services at the Washington State Historical Society, has announced a series of workshops in anticipation of the application deadline for the 2011-2013 Heritage Capital Projects Fund (HCPF) grant program. Since 1997, the HCPF has supported local leaders in communities across the state as they have worked to preserve our heritage, interpret its meaning, and serve the public. HCPF grants have assisted 198 local heritage projects, resulting in the... more
Mar 08, 2010
The Civic Design Awards program identifies public projects that are hallmarks of civic design. The Honor Award is given to a project that not only embodies design excellence, but also shows a certain amount of creative risk taking and problem solving. Civic projects earn the Merit Award by exemplifying their particular type of civic space, and the Citation Award is an acknowledgment of quality design based on individual reasons. General Requirements: Any public agency building in... more
Mar 04, 2010
SEATTLE – Mar. 4, 2010 – American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation announced today that the Seattle-Puget Sound area has been chosen for the community-based Partners in Preservation program, which provides restoration grants for local historic places. American Express is committing $1 million in preservation grants to the Seattle-Puget Sound area and is encouraging local residents and... more
