Honoring the Past, Building a Future
YOU ARE INVITED Preservation of our architectural assets needs a critical mass of people who are interested in having a voice in the matter. As a board member of Preservation Rocky Mount, I’m heading up a new Advocacy committee. I know many of you who read this blog have a great interest in the continuing … Continue reading Partnering with Stepheny – February 13th – 6:00PM – Station Square
She sat on the porch and watched the moon rise. Soon its amber fluid drenched the earth and quenched the thirst of the day. Zora Neale Hurston (edited SFH) Throughout the South you find front porches tucked beneath deep overhangs. These open-air rooms continue to beckon family and friends where they gather to enjoy a cool … Continue reading Villa Place Tales – The Kids that Grew Up in Villa Place
I “You must learn how to extract things of value out of things that seem totally worthless.” Pastor Adelaja Sunday What the heck is the Preservation Architectural Salvage Store? It sells historic and reclaimed architectural features. Items are donated to the store and sold at a reduced and affordable price. Many items are sourced from homes … Continue reading Architectural Salvage – For Preservationists, Tinkers and Gardeners
Saturday: The rain slashes the windows, all color drained from the day. Hurricane Matthew has mustered enough strength to hurl a downpour upon us. In writing about People's Bank, part of the Preservation Rocky Mount tour last Sunday, a black and white photograph seems appropriate to begin with. I invite you to sit with this … Continue reading Preservation – Rocky Mount’s Historic Downtown Part 2 – People’s Bank
“We want cities to understand that historic buildings are a resource.... figure out how to restore and reuse them and keep them in active service for their community.” National Trust president - Stephanie K. Meeks Preservation Rocky Mount Organization Visits the May Gorham Building A new generation is embracing the diversity, … Continue reading Preservation – Rocky Mount’s Historic Downtown Area Part 1 -May and Gorham Building
I hope reading this blog has encouraged your interest in the great architectural inventory of Rocky Mount and area. This invitation is an opportunity to visit the May & Gorham Building, Post Office and People's Bank with Preservation Rocky Mount on October 2 at 2:oo. As for me, I can hardly wait. You will have … Continue reading Preservation Rocky Mount Invites You
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