We ❤️ places (and save them). We landmarked The Showbox but it hasn't been saved yet. Click the link to learn how you can help #SaveTheShowbox! RT ≠ endorsement
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BREAKING: City of Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board designates The Showbox a historic landmark under criteria C and D! #SaveTheShowbox
Have you signed up for Building Dialogue yet? Our first discussion of Jane Jacobs' The Death and Life of Great American Cities is next month!
Learn more and register here: historicseattle.org/building…
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“A wedge of cheese or a ski jump” – the descriptions of Robert Reichert’s architecture are as unconventional as his designs. Learn about his life and his designs, which are unlike any others in the region, from our very own Jeff Murdock: youtu.be/rCp_LAeO50M
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Last week the @NatlParkService announced $750,000 in historic preservation grants for underrepresented communities. This year's grants support documentation of slavery in Massachusetts & significant tribal site nominations, just to name a few. Learn more! nps.gov/orgs/1207/07-07-20-n…
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#OnThisDay in 1884, Seattle established its first public park, Denny Park, on the site of the city's first municipal cemetery. historylink.org/File/7287
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Draft Interior @AppropsDems bill includes $136 million for the #HistoricPreservationFund, a $18M increase over FY20. Including increases for SHPOs/THPOs, Civil Rights grants, & the Save America's Treasures program! Check out the summary to learn more. appropriations.house.gov/new…
It's time for another Tune-In Tuesday! The Showbox may be closed due to COVID-19, but Shannon Welles is here to tell you about the iconic music venue's history and cultural legacy: youtu.be/in07L7SfJvc
We're excited to announce our new reading and discussion group, Building Dialogue! We hope you'll join us to discuss The Death and Life of Great American Cities by Jane Jacobs: historicseattle.org/building…
Each month we'll gather via Zoom to discuss one section of the book. Learn more and join the conversation: historicseattle.org/building…
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Our mid-year newsletter is out! Click to get updates on our historical survey and upcoming events, a recap on our social media, a look at the impact of the 1918 Pandemic on Capitol Hill, and links to other stories written by our friends and neighbors. capitolhillpast.org/single-p…
Cal Anderson Park, one of Capitol Hill's beloved Olmsted-designed parks, is "a canvas reflecting the city’s evolving identity and needs." In this guest blog post, Cal Anderson neighbor Taha Ebrahimi compares its past and present uses: historicseattle.org/cal-ande…
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Great news! Yesterday the House passed the #MovingForward Act. This infrastructure package temporarily increases the #HistoricTaxCredit to 30% and includes several changes to expand and enhance the credit. Learn more and find out how you can TAKE ACTION! preservationaction.org/coron…
Are you (or is someone you know) a young preservationist? Apply for Get Engaged! The YMCA's Get Engaged program places young adults ages 18-29 on the City of Seattle’s public boards and commissions, including the Landmarks Preservation Board and Pioneer Square Preservation Board.
Happy Tune-In Tuesday!
Parks are "the breathing lungs and beating hearts of great cities." Learn more about the Olmsted legacy in Seattle's park system from @HistoryLink's Jennifer Ott: youtube.com/watch?v=Yhapa2g1…
The Landmarks Preservation Board is back (virtually)! You can check out the agenda for Wednesday's meeting and learn how to participate here: seattle.gov/Documents/Depart…
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Capitol Hill Mid-Century Modern — Historical Society adds new era to its preservation efforts capitolhillseattle.com/2020/…
Do you have a passion for programming? Apply to be our new Community Events Manager! Learn more about the position and apply here: historicseattle.org/job-oppo…
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Chicago and San Francisco have plaques and signs that recount the invisible queer history of days gone by — why doesn't Seattle?
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