Savannah, Ga., square destroyed in 1950s reopens

2010-03-12T09:30:10Z

<div id="subtitle">Savannah, Ga., resurrects Ellis Square, a historic treasure lost to 1954 development</div><div><p>For more than 55 years, Savannah counted Ellis Square among its lost historic treasures.</p><p>Of the city's 22 public squares, Ellis Square was one of the first plotted in 1733. Since 1872, it was home to the City Market w...

Travel Trip Twains Haven

2010-03-11T07:31:36Z

In this photo taken Feb. 23, 2010, a National Register of Historic Places plaque is attached to the door of the Mark Twain Study at Elmira College in Elmira, N.Y. (AP Photo/David Duprey)

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Mass. wind farm project sent to preservation panel

2010-03-01T15:00:41Z

<div id="subtitle">Interior secretary sends Mass. wind farm project to historical preservation panel for review</div><div><p>The secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior on Monday asked a key historical preservation panel to weigh in on a proposed Cape Cod project that would be the nation's first offshore wind farm.</p>...

Yosemite managers ponder future of old cabins

2010-02-22T15:30:16Z

<div id="subtitle">Yosemite managers ask for help deciding future of historic cabins closed after rockfall</div><div><p>The superintendent of California's Yosemite National Park wants input on what to do with 233 historic cabins that are off limits to visitors because the towering cliffs rising above them are known to dump tons of granite without...

Travel Trip Distinctive Destinations

2010-02-03T07:15:47Z

This photo released by the National Trust For Historic Preservation shows a corn maze at The Crooked Road,Va which was named Wednesday Feb. 3, 2010 as one of a Dozen Distinctive Destinations by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. (AP Photo/National Trust for Historic Preservation)

St. Louis 1 of 12 Distinctive Destinations

2010-02-22T12:23:07Z

<div id="subtitle">National Trust for Historic Preservation names 12 Distinctive Destinations, offers fan contest</div><div><p>St. Louis, the city of red-brick, 19th century architectural jewels and diverse neighborhoods, has been named one of this year's Dozen Distinctive Destinat...

Buying and Restoring Historic Homes

2010-02-23T18:10:14Z

What Defines a ?Historic Home??<br><br>It is interesting to note that the National Registry of Historic Places requires a home to be at least 50 years old and look much the same as it did when built. In addition to having the authentic architectural character of a home built in its period, the historic home also has a cultural significance. Moreover, municipal and state rules may amend the national rules to include other components.<br><br&...

Kentucky Bed and Breakfast

2010-02-25T03:49:33Z

Kentucky has a wide variety of offerings as far as entertainment goes and it doesn't all have to do with horses and bluegrass. Here you will actually find a huge array of cultural activities, historical landmarks and history museums, exciting outdoor adventures, and tons of family fun. In Kentucky there are nine different regions in which visitors can explore the diverse scenery and variety of activities. From mountains to lakes and rivers to ro...

Travel: Panama: Aug 10

2009-08-14T07:01:00Z

A street in the San Felipe historic district of Panama City. Many areas of San Felipe are going through major renovations for upscale housing....

Hermitage of Braid

2009-05-06T11:59:31Z

Hermitage of Braid Edinburgh with the Braid Burn flowing past the historic house The Hermitage

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Endangered Historic Places

2009-04-28T21:02:16Z

The historic Enola Gay hanger at the Historic Wendover Airfield is seen on Monday, April 27, 2009 in Wendover, Utah. The Enola Gay hanger is one of America's 11 most endangered historic places for 2009 as compiled by National Trust for Historic Preservation. The hangar that housed the

NYC's Grand Concourse celebrates centennial year

2010-03-02T16:29:24Z

<div id="subtitle">Fabled street in the Bronx enjoys renewed attention as it marks its 100th birthday</div><div><p>It was once called the Park Avenue of the Bronx, a bustling thoroughfare modeled after Paris' Champs-Elysees. Winchester Mystery House is a historical landmark located in San Jose,CA. Daily tours of the mansion are year round. April 12, 2009

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British Isles - Heritage of England

2009-04-22T01:58:22Z

A cobbled street with shopfronts illuminated at twilight in the historic cathedral city of Lincoln

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Historic steamboat to be riverfront hotel in Tenn.

2010-03-02T14:10:12Z

<div id="subtitle">Historic Delta Queen steamboat, which toured Mississippi River, to anchor down as Tenn. hotel</div><div><p>An 82-year-old steamboat that's been designated as a National Historic Landmark is poised to make a final trip to its new position as a riverfront hotel.</p><p>The Delta Quee...

Kempthorne designates 9 new historic landmarks

2010-03-02T20:38:33Z

<div id="subtitle">Kempthorne designates national historic landmarks in 9 states</div><div><p>The government on Friday designated national historic landmarks in nine states in recognition of their role in U.S. history.</p><p>The landmarks, among fewer than 2,500 historic places with the same distinction, were recommended by the National Park System's advis...

GARY SCHOOL BUILDING

2009-04-23T23:57:02Z

TP_293754_WALL_gary_2.(08/27/2008 -- Tampa) PHOTO 2: A large portion of the old Gary School building at 3610 E. 10. Ave. in Tampa collapsed in July. A month later, nothing has been done. Although the owner has approval demolish the historic structure, the city says it will appeal. (DANIEL WALLACE | Times)..STORY SUMMARY: After a contentio...

Historic Buildings of Los Angeles

2009-04-23T21:06:41Z

Dec 26, 2008 - Los Angeles, California, USA - Historic building in Los Angeles

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St. Vincent’s 'Very Pleased' With Landmarks Decision, Community Group Vows Appeal [Updated]

2010-02-27T19:17:35Z

<div><p>Here's the statement from St. Vincent's regarding the Landmarks Preservation Commission's approval today of the hospital's hardship application. </p><p>The approval was a critical one, and removes a hurdle to the development of the new hospital bui...

Everyone Loves Prospect Heights Historic Designation

2010-02-27T19:21:15Z

<div><p>Prospect Heights residents, along with elected officials and local community groups, testified before the Landmarks Preservation Commission on Tuesday afternoon to support designating the neighborhood a historic district. </p><p> Advocates of landmark designation included Br...

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