National Register of Historic Places

decades in the future, appears to have existed in the colony. The colonists were given strict plans as to how their homes should be constructed. Williams’ community center buildings were all similar to each other as well, sharing common details. Most of the buildings had a prominent chimney, gable roof, multiple dormers with shallow eaves, multi-pane windows and chevron wood siding. The entrances to the buildings included a covered or protected porch, the exterior had minimal ornamentation, and the front doors included yet more multi-pane windows. The community center itself was the perfect example of public planning and architecture. “In 1992 eighteen of the buildings, two structures and one site were listed in the National Register of Historic Places.” (Matanuska-Susitna Borough Cultural Resources, 2005, p. 5) It is truly amazing that the community center was planned and built so quickly and has withstood the harsh Alaskan winters for nearly 80…

It will be beneficial to identify which type will best accommodate the project. “Preservation is preserving a place as it is in the present” (ctb.ku.edu) Rehabilitation gives a history property a new use but retains or repairs its features. This would be a suitable approach for an existing building and re-purposing it for a health care facility. Restoration puts a building back to its original state, which eliminates any previous repairs and alterations. Reconstruction may include an accurate…

Stones River National Battlefield While preparing for my visit to Stones River National Battlefield, I did some digging on the Internet and found out that the Battle of Stones River started on December 31, 1862. My preparation mainly involved reading about the site, especially its history and why it had been designated as a national historical site. The site was one among the many bloody civil war conflicts. The battle produced significant political and military benefits for the Union, but more…

Atalaya Internship at Huntington Beach State Park Throughout history, the idea of using interpretation and preservation in order to fully keep up a National Historic Landmark has always been very important. Without really putting in the work to make such landmarks presentable and runnable, visitors would not be able to entirely enjoy and learn the rich history that the historic place has to offer. During my role as an intern at Atalaya Castle, the winter home of Archer and Anna Hyatt…

After the conclusion of World War II, training on the base soon came to a halt. From December of 1945 to December of 1957, the base exchanged hands between various military organizations, including the Air Materiel Command, Strategic Air Command and the Tactical Air Command (Alexander and Arrington 1963, 332-333). Most of the activity at Wendover Air Base during those years included bomb and munitions-testing. On December 31, 1957, the base was decommissioned, with a short period of…

“There was an interest in buying the old convent east of town, moving the courthouse out there and tearing it down but I said “no, no, no” and instead got it on the national register. So, it was like saving the structure and to me the heart of downtown Maryville.” Carneal said part of his job is also working with building owners to get their building on the registry but often deals with people not wanting to register their building. “ I have also work with several different building owners…

The Ironton Train Depot, completed in 1907, was used by the Norfolk and Western Railway Company for both passenger and freight trains until it closed in 1969. Almost a decade later, the depot was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Since then, the 5,000-square foot building has housed a number of restaurants, including its current tenant, “The Depot.” The Norfolk and Western Railway originally connected Petersburg, Virginia with City Point (now-called Hopewell), Virginia and was…

Columbus Columbus – Places of Interest 1. Center of Science and Industry: Experience and learn about science through interactive displays at the Center of Science and Industry in Columbus. Founded in 1964, this science museum and research center is known to appeal to people of all ages. Sprawling over 3,20,00 sq ft, the museum has partnered with a number of research laboratories, a television station and other science centers to provide guests with a wholesome experience. The museum also hosts a…

Since its inception the National Park System has been about conserving America’s beautiful natural places. Congress and President Abraham Lincoln put what is today Yosemite National Park under the protection of the state of California Yellowstone was made America’s first National Park by President U.S. Grant in1872 .President Theodore Roosevelt was one of the Parks greatest patrons during his presidency 5 new parks, 18 National Monuments, 4 game refuges, 51 bird sanctuaries, and over 100 million…

post war sheds and industrial plants. The property located at 186 Pacific Way was associated with the consolidated steel architectural development of the 1940s and 1950s. The industrial shed a vernacular shed and utilitarian in design. The shed lacks ornament. The North (primary) façade has a wooden frame with a hand painted signage and resides on a concrete foundation. All the doors have been replaced after their 1953 construction date, thereby compromising integrity of design and materials. …