Today is a great day.
I managed to find a really lovely local couple that was willing to trade their kitchen faucet for some antiques.
So now I’m back to work trying to get my kitchen up & running again after a 3 week hiatus #frozenpipes 🥶
#Pa #HistoricRestoration #Jesus #Fluerdelis #RealityTV 😇

Kit Carson House presenters outline drainage repairs, new QR audio exhibit and $750,000 federal grant match Presenters told Taos County commissioners about completed courtyard drainage work, installation of six QR audio stations and a Taos County Lodgers Tax–funded 4-minute video; they announced a National Park Service Save America's Treasures grant for $750,000 that requires a $750,000 match.

Exciting renovations at the Kit Carson House are underway, with a $750,000 federal grant on the line and new QR audio exhibits ready to enhance your visit!

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#TaosCounty #NM #CitizenPortal #PublicEducation #CulturalPreservation #HistoricRestoration

USA IS STUPID.
I’D LIKE TO LEAVE.
#ForSaleByOwner #Churches #AdaptiveReuse #Environment #History #Architecture #Design #CleanEnergy #Solar #RadiantFloorHeating #Geothermal #Wind #Jesus #JesusJesusChrist #RescueDogs #Sanctuary #KillShelters #Developers #Investors #Cash #ForSale #HistoricRestoration

Jewel Thieves Dropped This Crushed Crown as They Fled the Louvre. Now, the Historic Headdress Will Be Restored to Its Former Glory The crown belonging to Empress Eugénie was found on the sidewalk after robbers made away with eight pieces of royal jewelry in October. Officials estimate that the repair will cost nearly $50,000

Jewel Thieves Dropped This Crushed Crown as They Fled the Louvre. Now, the Historic Headdress Will Be Restored to Its Former Glory: The crown belonging to Empress Eugénie was found on the sidewalk after robbers… @SmithsonianMag #JewelThieves #Louvre #EmpressEugenie #HistoricRestoration #RoyalJewelry

Do you need some exercise?
Then go help a Neighbor..

#mckeesport #Pennsylvania #CommunityService #Snowplowing #Safety #Roads #Pittsburgh #HistoricBuildings #HistoricPreservation #HistoricRestoration #AdaptiveReuse #Children #Schools #Buses #Traffic

Votes at a glance: Texas Historical Commission approves Alamo permit, easement conveyance and courthouse supplements At its Jan. 30 meeting the commission approved historic permit #1372 for Alamo north wall openings (East preferred), accepted termination and conveyance of an antiquities easement (Site 41 TV 1791) to Vision Hill Incorporated, and approved supplemental grants to Polk County and Freestone County among other consent actions.

The Texas Historical Commission just made landmark decisions impacting the Alamo and local courthouses—what does this mean for Texas history?

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#TX #CitizenPortal #CommunityFunding #HistoricRestoration #CulturalPreservation #TexasHistoricalCommission

Alamo Trust updates construction timeline; commission approves temporary openings in north perimeter wall Alamo Trust CEO Hope Andrade and consultant Patrick Gallagher gave construction and interpretation updates for the Alamo and San Jacinto projects; the commission authorized historic permit #1372 to open the north perimeter wall for construction access with the east opening preferred and the west opening allowed as an alternate.

Exciting times ahead for the Alamo! With construction on the museum slated for completion by 2027 and an opening in 2028, major updates are underway to enhance this historic site.

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#TX #VisitorExperience #CitizenPortal #TexasHistory #CulturalPreservation #HistoricRestoration

Ogden asks $500,000 to restore Union Station, improve transit access ahead of Olympics Ogden Mayor August Ben Nadalski asked the committee for $500,000 to help restore Union Station's historic lobby and improve FrontRunner/BRT access as part of a larger, locally-led $15M+ investment tied to Olympic planning and rail realignment.

Ogden's ambitious plan to restore Union Station and enhance transit connections is set to transform the city into a vibrant hub just in time for the Olympics!

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#UT #CitizenPortal #PublicTransitAccess #OlympicPreparation #HistoricRestoration

#EnricoSassi uses Le Corbusier colours in revamp of 1970s house overlooking #LakeLugano
#Architect has refreshed a #midcentury house in #Ticino, #Switzerland, with new windows, a stainless-steel kitchen and a colour palette dictated by #LeCorbusier
#HistoricRestoration
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Caldwell Arts Council pushes $2.4M campaign to convert historic Uptown Lenoir building into arts center Representatives of the Caldwell Arts Council described plans to transform the historic Hinkle Opera House / W. E. Shaw building in Uptown Lenoir into a multilevel art center with gallery, retail, classrooms and a 100–150‑seat theater; the $2.4 million capital campaign is about halfway to its goal.

The Caldwell Arts Council is transforming the historic Hinkle Opera House into a vibrant arts center, but they need your support to reach their $2.4 million goal!

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#CaldwellCounty #NC #CommunityEngagement #HistoricRestoration #CulturalDevelopment #CitizenPortal

Stoner Economic Development Authority approves $1M TIF assistance for downtown’s Bookend Hotel The Stoner Economic Development Authority voted 5–0 on Jan. 26 to approve $1,000,000 in Tax Increment Financing assistance, paid in arrears, to Republic Properties LLC to convert the former Stillwater Public Library at 206 West 6th Avenue into a 15-room boutique hotel with a basement bar and rentable event space.

Big changes are coming to downtown Stillwater as a historic library transforms into the chic Bookend Hotel, complete with a bar and event space!

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#OK #CommunityDevelopment #HistoricRestoration #LocalBusinessSupport #StillwaterEconomy #CitizenPortal

Restoration of Africa Hall #Ethiopia wins WMF modernism prize 🇪🇹
The renovation in Addis Ababa, by #Australian studio #Architectus has been awarded the 2026 World Monuments Fund #KnollModernismPrize
#HistoricRestoration #Preservation #HistoricBuildings #Architecture
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Hemet Council expands downtown kitchen grant pot, denies retroactive reimbursement to Kimball's Bistro Council voted 3‑1 to expand a downtown kitchen grant program citywide, appropriate an additional $500,000 (total potential funds $700,000), approve fee waivers for participants, deny a retroactive $150,000 reimbursement request from Kimball's Bistro, and allow Carlton Steakhouse to move a $300,000 award to a new downtown location.

Hemet City Council just approved a major expansion of its kitchen grant program, unlocking an eye-popping $700,000 while denying Kimball's Bistro a retroactive reimbursement request—what does this mean for local businesses?

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#HemetRiversideCounty #CA #HistoricRestoration

Pre-political activism.

Do you have a ‘huge’ extended family. Are you looking to #invest in #realestate.
Then take over my #church #projects. I’m done after 9 1/2 years.
I’d like to pack up & leave.

#HistoricBuildings #HistoricPreservation #HistoricRestoration #Mexico #Nonprofit #Jesus #Design

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#Investors #Developers #HistoricPreservation #HistoricRestoration #CleanEnergy #History #Architecture #Design #AdaptiveReuse #Churches #Lutheran #Evangelical #PreWar #StainedGlass #Jesus #JesusChrist #Faith #Spirituality #Airbnb #Events #DEI #Woke #BLM #LGBTQ #Nonprofit ?

St. Joseph County commissioners approve multiple contracts, table two resolutions The Board of Commissioners approved routine dockets and several contracts and agreements — including IT upgrades, a Laredo surveying agreement and a courthouse restoration contract — and tabled two retirement resolutions to a future meeting.

St. Joseph County Commissioners are making waves with significant IT upgrades, a historic courthouse restoration, and a pivotal project tied to Amazon—what's next on their agenda?

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#JosephCounty #IN #HistoricRestoration #DigitalTransformation #PublicSafety

Board grants preliminary preservation tax-incentive approval for 1311 9th Avenue The Conway Community Appearance Board granted preliminary approval for a preservation tax incentive at 1311 9th Avenue, allowing the owner to pursue a 15-year tax freeze and fee waivers pending required county approval and permit review.

The Conway Community Appearance Board has taken a significant step towards preserving history by granting preliminary approval for a tax incentive to restore the historic property at 1311 9th Avenue.

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#ConwayHorryCounty #SC #CommunityDevelopment #HistoricRestoration

Committee postpones decision on Cheyenne Auxiliary Pumping Station substitute resolution The finance committee voted unanimously to postpone consideration of a substitute resolution concerning the Cheyenne Auxiliary Pumping Station (1504 Dillon Ave.) until the next governing body meeting on Jan. 12, citing substantial differences between an in-house substitute and a draft prepared by Historic Cheyenne and the preservation board and concerns about demolition timing and cost estimates.

The Cheyenne Finance Committee just hit the pause button on a pivotal decision that could reshape the fate of the historic Auxiliary Pumping Station, raising crucial questions about costs and community impact.

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#CheyenneLaramieCounty #WY #CommunityDevelopment #HistoricRestoration

Council awards $2.37 million renovation contract and $148,175 demolition contract for High Plains Arboretum The Cheyenne City Council approved a contract with Bighorn Contracting LLC not to exceed $2,366,424 for renovation of the High Plains Arboretum head house, greenhouse and lap house, and approved a separate demolition and abatement contract with Rockies Environmental and Demolition Services not to exceed $148,175.

The Cheyenne City Council has just approved a groundbreaking $2.37 million renovation for the High Plains Arboretum, paving the way for a potential state park that could transform local tourism!

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#CheyenneLaramieCounty #WY #HistoricRestoration #TourismDevelopment

DROP DEAD GORGEOUS
Mississippi Museum of Art to preserve #FrankLloydWright #house in #Jackson
The #MississippiMuseumofArt in has purchased a nearby Frank Lloyd Wright #Usonian house, with plans to #restore and maintain the property for #museum visitors.
#HistoricRestoration #Tourism #Architecture

NBBJ clads University of Oxford #science building in rippling #stone panels
the panels based on the shape of a #brainwave clad the Life and Mind Building at the #UniversityofOxford, completed by architecture studio NBBJ.
#Education #Future #HistoricRestoration
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County, architects outline $5.5 million veterans service center and museum plan in Laredo County and architects presented plans to move the Veterans Service Office into a restored, Texas historic landmark that will include museum exhibits; the project team said environmental remediation and demolition will begin after lead removal and that the county is holding the city$1 million contribution. Committee members raised concerns about VO

A $5.5 million project to transform a Texas historic landmark into a dual veterans service center and museum is set to honor local heroes while providing essential services.

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#LaredoWebbCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #HistoricRestoration #PublicHistory #LaredoVeterans #VeteranServices

UT Austin finishes interior work at Battle Hall; building under consideration for state antiquities landmark designation University of Texas preservation planner reported extensive exterior restoration completed and ongoing interior rehabilitation at Battle Hall, including mechanical upgrades, a new passenger elevator and restored reading room; the university supports State Antiquities Landmark consideration.

Battle Hall at UT Austin is undergoing a stunning transformation with modern upgrades while preserving its historic charm—get ready for its grand reopening this winter!

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#TX #CitizenPortal #ArchitecturalConservation #HistoricRestoration #CulturalHeritage #TexasPreservation

City follows through on Chase building renovation; contractor proposes $2.3 million construction package McKinstry reported progress on converting the former Chase Bank into the Administrative Services Building and on related public-safety and historic-building projects. McKinstry offered a 10% labor discount, outlined asbestos abatement and a $2.3 million construction proposal, and projected completion by May (best case) or August 2026 (worst case).

Exciting renovations are underway in Nogales as McKinstry reveals plans for the former Chase Bank, promising modern upgrades and a commitment to preserving our city's rich history!

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#NogalesSantaCruzCounty #AZ #CitizenPortal #NogalesPublicSafety #HistoricRestoration

Preserving history at the University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, KS. Controlled sandblasting removes buildup while protecting original materials. Heritage cleaned with care. #HistoricRestoration #BlastItClean #Leavenworth
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Norwalk historical properties report: Lockwood Matthews Mansion work, museum security upgrades and basement renovation plan Commissioners heard updates on museum and mansion projects, including security camera installations, veranda repairs, discovery of structural rot in the conservatory and a proposed basement renovation at the Norwalk Historical Society museum; architects' design and bidding services were estimated at about $70,000.

Exciting renovations are on the horizon for the Lockwood Matthews Mansion and Norwalk Historical Society museum, including new gallery spaces and urgent structural repairs!

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#NorwalkCityFairfield #CT #CulturalPreservation #CitizenPortal #NorwalkHistorical #HistoricRestoration

I’d rather have #undocumented #immigrants working really hard at my #church #adaptivereuse projects if only someone would #invest in them.

#Pittsburgh #Pennsylvania #Roof #Campaign #HistoricBuildings #HistoricPreservation #HistoricRestoration #Environment #Architecture #Design
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Commissioners Propose 4 Year Check for Historic Building Restoration Progress Commissioners discuss timelines for historic preservation permits and proactive city involvement.

Mountain View commissioners are pushing for tighter timelines on historic property restorations, proposing a four-year progress check to ensure preservation efforts stay on track.

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#MountainViewSantaClaraCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #HistoricRestoration #CommunityEngagement

Historical Commission Supports Grant for Church Interior Restoration Project Historical Commission approves letter supporting grant for church interior painting and repairs.

The Fall River Historical Commission has taken a bold step towards preserving a cherished church's heritage by endorsing a vital grant for its long-overdue interior restoration.

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#FallRiverCityBristolCounty #MA #CommunityPreservation #CitizenPortal #HistoricRestoration