Tag: historic preservation
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Second Order Preservation
Book Review Historic preservation has long followed a binary approach: Is a building historically significant enough to be listed, or isn’t it? This seemingly simple question forms the foundation of preservation policy across the United States and has shaped our built environment for decades. But what if this framework is fundamentally limiting our ability to…
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The Misunderstood History of Gentrification
Book ReviewIn a 2024 episode of Booked on Planning, we dive deep into the complex and often misunderstood history of gentrification with our author, Dennis Gale. Spanning nearly a century, this book offers a comprehensive look at how urban renewal efforts evolved and the impacts it has had on our cities. Dennis introduces the concept…
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The Impact of Early Preservation Groups in America
The Mount Vernon Ladies Association, a group formed for the sole purpose of saving George Washington’s stately home on the Potomac River from ruin in the 1850s, is the oldest national historic preservation organization. They formed during when America was still a young nation, less than 100 years old. Homes like Washington’s represented a lasting…
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The Origins of Historic Preservation
The most commonly cited start to the historic preservation movement is the Ladies of Mount Vernon’s valiant effort to raise funds to preserve George Washington’s home. As the first president of the United States, Ann Pamela Cunningham and her fellow advocates were dismayed at the dismal state of his home overlooking the Potomac River. In…
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