Honoring the Past, Building a Future
You already know that Howard Street is always on my radar screen. It suits my imagination to a tee because of its location, tucked away like your grandmother's antique ring in a satin ring box. In the light it sparkles and greatly admired. Troy White is the wind under the sails of the two buildings … Continue reading Troy White: Progress On Howard Street
Street Art is Freedom and Diversity Street Art is about freedom, creativity, and a way to ask and raise questions, to protest and beautify. It steps beyond convention. You don’t need to be a ‘legitimate’ artist with name recognition, or a large social media presence. People accept the creative and talented people involved in street … Continue reading The Importance of Art On Main Street
Those born or raised here, leave a comment below and tell us what you know. "I have often wondered what it is an old building can do to you when you happen to know a little about things that went on long ago in that building".Carl Sandburg When you fall in love with an … Continue reading I’m in Love With Another Building – It’s a Mess, But Wonderful None the Less 216 S. Washington
Originally, tossing a coin in the fountain was supposed to ensure good health. The meaning evolved. People believed that the dwellers of a well would grant them their wish if they threw a lucky coin to pay a price. The tradition of dropping pennies in ponds and fountains stems from this. While growing up, most … Continue reading Throwing Coins In The Fountain
“To retain the architectural heritage, neighborhood character, and historic landscapes of the Rocky Mount, North Carolina area through collaboration, education, advocacy, and restoration.”— Preservation Rocky Mount Mission I am standing at your door like the long ago encyclopedia salesman. I want to sell you the upgraded version of the organization - Preservation Rocky Mount. Even … Continue reading An Upgraded Version of Preservation Rocky Mount Is Now Available
I found a quote of Alfred Lord Tennyson that I used on the Main Street Facebook page, "Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, whispering, 'It will be happier." The word threshold holds a deeper meaning after I … Continue reading Pausing at the Threshold of a New Year: A Reflection From Stepheny’s Bench On Main Street
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