Survivors at UN commemoration ask that suspects be pursued and ICTR archives be returned Two survivors told the General Assembly about personal loss and long-term trauma, urged the UN and states to pursue genocide suspects, and called for the transfer and preservation of ICTR archives to Rwanda to safeguard truth and dignity for victims and survivors.

Two courageous survivors spoke at the UN General Assembly, urging global action for justice and the preservation of crucial historical records from the 1994 genocide.

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Scotland’s Largest Greenhouse Set to Be Preserved as ‘Living Ruin’ and New Event Space A historic greenhouse in Glasgow is set to finally be revived after 40 years of dereliction. $1.5 million will help a trust organized to save the building do just that, while simultaneously opening it up to events and perhaps more. Located in the northern district of the same name, the Springburn Winter Gardens was Scotland’s […] The post Scotland’s Largest Greenhouse Set to Be Preserved as ‘Living Ruin’ and New Event Space appeared first on Good News Network.

Scotland’s Largest Greenhouse Set to Be Preserved as ‘Living Ruin’ and New Event Space: A historic greenhouse in Glasgow is set to finally be revived after 40 years of dereliction. $1.5 million will help a trust… @goodnewsnetwork.org #Scotland #Glasgow #Springburn #Greenhouse #HistoricalPreservation

Hunting for underground storage tanks (USTs). Ground penetrating radar and magnetometer surveys to image the subsurface. #GPRSurveys #GeophysicalSurveys #EnvironmentalConsulting #GeologicalServices #ProfessionalGeologist #MagnetometerSurveys #CommercialRealEstate #HistoricalPreservation #BooneNC

Oro Valley tourism panel adds sports tourism to top priority, asks council to review resort relationship The Tourism Advisory Commission on March 16 amended its leisure-travel rankings to explicitly include sports tourism as a top priority and voted to ask Town Council to review the town's relationship with El Conquistador and Westwood Resort via a staff report. Commissioners emphasized phased analysis and staff follow-up.

Oro Valley is making waves in sports tourism by prioritizing it alongside local resort relationships—what's next for this vibrant community?

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Burleson County commissioners approve donations, grants, contracts and two historical commission appointments At their Dec. 27 meeting, the Burleson County Commissioners Court approved a consent agenda that accepted two donations and multiple state and federal grant proceeds, authorized indigent defense contracts, appointed two members to the Historical Commission and approved applications for rural law enforcement salary-assistance grants.

Burleson County just took major steps forward by approving essential donations and grants to boost local operations and road work!

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The Naval Institute has the largest non-government owned military #PhotoLibrary, plus an extensive collection of oral histories. Join the Naval Institute to support our efforts to preserve #history and unlock access to our unique photo library. https://bit.ly/4qW7J1U #HistoricalPreservation

Committee advances bill to recognize historic homestead stock ponds for water-claim purposes The Senate Natural Resources committee passed House Bill 251 (1st substitute) to allow diligence claims for pre-1903 grazing-homestead stock ponds that capture only precipitation and to set a 20-acre-foot threshold for recognition; sponsors said the bill helps families relying on historical records to preserve small, on-property water features.

Utah's House Bill 251 could change the game for landowners by allowing them to use historical records to preserve their cherished grazing-homestead stock ponds.

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Senate adopts consent calendars, confirms memorials and passes several bills including transfer of Polk home The Tennessee Senate adopted two consent calendars, approved judicial appointment reports for confirmation, adopted a memorial, and passed multiple measures on Feb. 18 including Senate Bill 599 (transfer of the James K. Polk home) and Senate Bill 15‑23 (inmate disciplinary oversight board extension).

The Tennessee Senate made headlines on Feb. 18 by adopting major legislation, including the transfer of the historic James K. Polk home and new judicial appointments.

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Bill would extend moratorium on destruction of Lakeland Village records to 2030 to preserve disability history SB 5863 would extend a moratorium on destroying records and artifacts identified at Lakeland Village until fiscal year 2030 and make transferred restricted archives open after 75 years without an archivist determination; sponsors and disability advocates urged preservation to ensure accountability and research.

A groundbreaking bill aims to protect the historical records of Lakeland Village, ensuring that the stories of over 7,000 disabled individuals are preserved and honored until 2030.

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DeSantis unveils James Monroe statue on Spanish Harbor Key as part of America250 commemoration Governor DeSantis and state officials unveiled a James Monroe statue on Spanish Harbor Key, describing it as part of Florida's America250 statue series and Spotswood Heritage Trail; Department of State and Visit Florida officials framed the work as civic education and tourist promotion.

Governor DeSantis unveiled a statue of President James Monroe on Spanish Harbor Key, marking a significant moment in Florida’s America250 celebrations and honoring the state's rich civic history.

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House committee recommends do-pass for $1M study of Lowrider Museum in Española The House Rural Development, Land Grants and Cultural Affairs Committee voted to recommend HB 310, a $1,000,000 appropriation to plan and study a Lowrider Museum in Española; the city will donate land and the funding is intended for planning, not construction.

A bold $1 million proposal for a Lowrider Museum in Española has just been green-lighted, paving the way for a cultural landmark that celebrates a vibrant history!

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House subcommittee approves bill limiting local removal of monuments; critics accuse measure of protecting Confederate symbols HB 455 would block local governments from removing or damaging monuments and memorials that meet the bill’s longevity and usage thresholds and allow civil enforcement including fines and restoration orders. The measure passed amid heated testimony, with opponents warning it shields Confederate monuments and erodes local control; the vote was 12-5.

A controversial bill in Florida aims to protect monuments from local removal, sparking fierce debate over historical significance and community control.

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Bowers Mansion curator Tammy Busick chronicles Comstock-era family in new book Tammy Busick, curator of Bowers Mansion, discussed her new history of the Bowers/Comstock family, research discoveries about Eilley, the mansion’s role as a regional resort, and the mid-20th-century preservation effort that led Washoe County to acquire the site.

Discover the incredible journey of Bowers Mansion, from a bustling resort during the Comstock era to a cherished county park, all chronicled in Tammy Busick's upcoming book!

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Delegate from Calvert and Prince George's counties delivers Martin Luther King Jr. Day address, House memorializes speech A delegate representing Calvert and Prince George's counties delivered a Martin Luther King Jr. Day address to the Maryland House of Delegates in Annapolis on Jan. 16, 2024, calling for concrete action to protect vulnerable communities and restore a neglected graveyard; the chamber ordered the speech memorialized in the record.

A Maryland delegate's powerful Martin Luther King Jr. Day address calls for turning words into action by restoring dignity to neglected communities and honoring King’s legacy through justice.

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Q: Why would you want access to historical Proceedings? A: Because the past informs the present. #LearnFromHistory so we don’t repeat our mistakes. Sign up now to get access: https://bit.ly/4jclh6U #HistoricalPreservation #history

Dixon Allen Foundation gives to Lavaca County; commissioners accept two gifts, one pending Lavaca County commissioners voted Jan. 12 to accept a $10,000 gift for records retention and a $150,000 donation to the county EMS from the Dixon Allen Foundation; a separate $12,000 donation to the county historical commission was introduced but not completed on the record.

Lavaca County just received a generous boost with $160,000 in donations from the Dixon Allen Foundation, supporting vital services like EMS and historical preservation!

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Lawmakers hear calls to preserve Lakeland Village historical records after family testimony of sterilization Senate Bill 5863 would bar destruction of documents and artifacts identified in a preservation plan for Lakeland Village until fiscal 2030 and open restricted records after 75 years; multiple witnesses, including family members who found sterilization and parole records in archives, urged the committee to preserve the materials as a matter of historical accountability and dignity.

Lawmakers are stepping up to protect the voices of the past with Senate Bill 5863, ensuring that the historical records of Lakeland Village remain intact and accessible for future generations.

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Blount County workshop forwards resolution opposing removal of Perry's Mill Dam after public concern about contamination and preservation After public testimony and commissioner debate, the Blount County workshop voted unanimously to forward Resolution 261012 opposing removal of Perry's Mill Dam to the full commission; speakers urged an environmental review and proposed alternatives to demolition.

Blount County is taking a stand against the removal of Perry's Mill Dam amid public outcry over environmental concerns and historical preservation.

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When you support the Naval Institute, you’re not only supporting the future, but preserving the past by helping us maintain our unique archives, oral histories, and more. Sustain naval history – join today. bit.ly/4jclh6U #HistoricalPreservation #History #HistoryBuff #NavalHistory

Flat Rock gets $30,000 for dam drilling as council continues due diligence Mayor Beller said the city secured $30,000 to begin core drilling and testing at the Flat Rock Dam; the council and city attorney said the project is entering a due‑diligence phase and residents urged review of historical records.

Flat Rock is set to dig deep into its history and infrastructure with a newly approved $30,000 for dam drilling and core sampling!

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Council approves three-year lease for Old Joliet Prison after residents press for transfer of adjacent open land After public comments raising environmental and access concerns, the Joliet City Council voted to authorize a three-year intergovernmental lease of the Joliet Correctional Center, a move city officials said preserves access to state remediation funds and allows the city to continue stabilizing and operating the historic prison site.

The Joliet City Council has taken a bold step to preserve the historic Old Joliet Prison while addressing local concerns about environmental damage and public land stewardship.

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Canada's Wealthiest Families Secure Hudson's Bay Charter with $18M Bid Canada's wealthiest families secure Hudson's Bay charter with $18M bid, preserving its historical significance for public access.

Canada's Wealthiest Families Secure Hudson's Bay Charter with $18M Bid

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Revolutionary 250 outlines Henry Knox Trail schedule and regional commemorations Revolutionary 250 reported a series of regional commemorations tied to the Henry Knox Trail, including a Jan. 10 state-line meetup and multi-weekend events through February and March with partners in New York and local towns.

Get ready for a historic journey as Revolutionary 250 kicks off the Henry Knox Trail commemoration with exciting events across Massachusetts and New York starting January 10!

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Commission proposes time capsule, community potlucks and statewide reading of Declaration; working groups to follow The commission discussed three initiative ideas — submitting one Massachusetts item to the national America250 time capsule, encouraging local 'America's Potluck' gatherings on July 5, and coordinating readings of the Declaration on July 8 at 6 p.m. Eastern — and directed staff to solicit signups for working groups; a voice motion to adjourn passed with no roll-call vote.

Massachusetts is gearing up to make history with a state item for the America250 time capsule, exciting community potlucks, and statewide readings of the Declaration of Independence!

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Props to the electrician that only installed one strap on that conduit.

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Capitol Square exhibit nears completion; civics lab opening slated and national award presented for renovation Management Council received an update that fabrication is underway for a civics lab and that exhibit installations across the Capitol continue; former Senate President Tony Ross presented a National Academy of Construction award recognizing the Capital Square restoration, which finished about $1 million under the project's $300 million budget.

Exciting upgrades are coming to the Wyoming State Capitol, including a new civics lab set to open in February, complete with interactive exhibits and enhanced visitor services!

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Sumner County reconstitutes Brown House ad hoc committee, trims membership to seven after public plea Sumner County commissioners voted to reconstitute the Brown House ad hoc committee after extensive public comment urging preservation of the Latimer Brown House. The commission amended an initial motion to include prior committee members and then adopted an amendment to cap membership at seven; both amendments passed 4–3.

Sumner County is taking a significant step toward preserving the historic Latimer Brown House after a passionate public plea for action led to a newly formed committee.

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Villa Park approves donation of 1914 Chicago, Aurora & Elgin rail car for Prairie Path display The Village of Villa Park approved a memorandum of understanding to accept a donated 1914 Chicago, Aurora & Elgin (CA&E) train car for historical preservation and public display along the Prairie Path. The Illinois Railway Museum will donate the car; local groups pledged labor and material support. Trustees directed staff to pursue site selection,,

Villa Park is set to revive history with the donation of a 1914 rail car, turning it into a unique educational and recreational gem along the Prairie Path!

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Built in 1896, this is the Marquis Building in Staunton, Virginia, notable for its architecture. Photo by Jeff Titon, March, 1988. Pentacon Six camera, Biometar 80mm f/2.8. lens, Kodak Tri-X, 1/500 at f/11.

Is it still there? #128 in a series. Marquis Building (1896), Staunton, Virginia, 1988. Photo by Jeff Titon. #photography #documentaryphotography #sustainability #historicalpreservation

Madison County court authorizes removal and reinterment of six graves at John Reed Cemetery; two related petitions tabled for more research After extended public comment, Madison County Fiscal Court found the John Reed Cemetery abandoned and approved Resolution 2025-100 to allow permanent removal and reinterment of six graves (two marked, four unmarked) after required notice and state permitting. Two similar petitions for other abandoned cemeteries were tabled for additional outreach,

Madison County has declared the John Reed Cemetery abandoned, paving the way for the removal and relocation of six graves amidst public outcry for preservation and dignity.

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