Rosenwald Schoolhouse at Burritt offers look back at little known history
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/rosenwald-schoolhouse-at-burritt-offers-look-back-at-little-known-history/...City Preservation Planner Katie Stamps at 2 p.m. May 22 on Instagram for a live interview about the Rosenwald Schoolhouse. If you can’t make it, visit the Huntsville Historic Preservation...
City says goodbye to preservationist Jessica White
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/city-says-goodbye-to-preservationist-jessica-white/...person with lots of passion for historic preservation,” says Mayor Tommy Battle. “She put a lot of energy into our preservation program.” White has worked with many organizations, neighborhoods and...
The Public Inn: From Huntsville's first hotel to historic home
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/the-public-inn-from-huntsvilles-first-hotel-to-historic-home/As part of the 2019 “This Place Matters” campaign, the Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission salutes Alabama’s Bicentennial by profiling homes built in the community more than 200 years ago. The...
East Clinton to Providence Classical: A preservation case study
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/east-clinton-to-providence-classical-a-preservation-casestudy/...in, eager for the property once the building was demolished. But, as Jessica White, Historic Preservation Consultant for the City of Huntsville puts it, “The community rallied and there was...
Temple B'nai Sholom provides unique sacred space in Huntsville
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/temple-bnai-sholom-provides-unique-sacred-space-in-huntsville/...up its all-digital #ThisPlaceMattersHsv campaign this week in honor of National Historic Preservation Month. Held annually in May, the effort highlights the critical role history and historic places play in...
Mastin-Batson House: A family's commitment to preservation
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/mastin-batson-house-a-familys-commitment-to-preservation/As part of the 2019 “This Place Matters” campaign, the Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission salutes Alabama’s Bicentennial by profiling homes built in the community more than 200 years ago. When...
#ThisPlaceMattersHsv: Central YMCA building has fascinating history
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/thisplacemattershsv-central-ymca-building-has-fascinating-history/...National Historic Preservation Month with a campaign for Rocket City citizens and fans. Called #ThisPlaceMattersHsv, the campaign will spotlight beloved civic buildings, public spaces, businesses, schools and houses of worship...
Women’s History Month: Meet these amazing City of Huntsville employees
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/womens-history-month-meet-these-amazing-city-of-huntsville-employees/...Stamps works as the Historic Preservation Planner with the City’s Urban and Long-Range Planning team. Her primary role is assisting homeowners and the Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission with design reviews,...
The Lowry House: A unique historical, architectural gem
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/the-lowry-house-a-unique-historical-architectural-gem/...about the future.” The Lowry House is open noon to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 256-489-9200 for more information or visit historiclowryhouse.com. MORE HISTORY Celebrate Historic Preservation Month by...
Library archives offers glimpse into Huntsville history via tangible, digital assets
Post https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/library-archives-offers-glimpse-into-huntsville-history-via-tangible-digital-assets/...Historic Preservation Month by bringing special attention to historic and culturally significant places and tourist destinations that have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether you’re a Huntsville native...