Anniston, Alabama, has received a $750,000 federal grant from the National Park Service’s Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization program. These funds will be allocated as subgrants by the Anniston Downtown Development Authority to help transform the city’s historic downtown.
Governor Kathy Hochul is backing a plan to grant historic status to 20 properties statewide, including five in Western New York. This initiative aims to honor the diverse heritage that shapes the Empire State.
Tollesbury Pier Station was once a bustling hub in Essex, drawing yachting enthusiasts and steamer traffic from across the region. Today, it remains little more than a submerged relic beneath the calm waters of the River Blackwater, reminding us of a bygone era of travel.
A 1734 house in Westfield may soon be torn down, drawing attention to how the city should treat historic construction. The Superintendent of Buildings, Carissa Lissee, presented the proposal to the Historical Commission, sparking discussions about preservation in the community.
Cotoni-Coast Dairies National Monument is once again open to the public, marking a new chapter in its storied history. Federal officials spent months determining how to pair visitor access with the area’s longstanding dairy-grazing roots.
Poultney’s historic Welsh Presbyterian Church requires urgent roof repairs. With its listing on the National Register of Historic Places and strong ties to Welsh heritage, community members hope to safeguard this cultural landmark for future generations. Donations and support will help preserve its storied past.
The Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation’s request to hang four large banners was initially denied by New Market’s Town Hall. Now, the town is considering easing sign regulations, potentially allowing the foundation to promote its historic campus more effectively.
Visitors were welcomed to Bethel’s renovated 1896 Dr. John Gehring House, now transformed by the Northern Forest Center into nine middle-income apartments across three levels.
