Historic preservation is an area with more than 50 years of demonstrable support from both sides of the aisle. Using historic preservation as a tool for implementation of important policy goals could be a small but very important step in bridging the recent years of dysfunction and begin an era of healing. While historic preservation … Continue reading “Historic Preservation and the Biden-Harris Administration”
The City of Cumberland is at a crossroads: it can invest in existing resources to promote a higher quality of life, or it can start from the ground up. Only one option represents a wise use of public funds. This report was commissioned by the City of Cumberland to analyze the contribution of historic preservation … Continue reading “A City at a Crossroads: The Impact of Historic Preservation in Cumberland, Maryland”
The loss of belongings, personal property, and public sites following a disaster is devastating on multiple fronts–economically, socially, spiritually. The loss of heritage resources is uniquely disastrous. Cultural heritage plays a significant role in contributing to one’s social and psychological comfort. In many cities, historic resources are integral to local economies, and their loss denies … Continue reading “Resilient Heritage in the Nation’s Oldest City”
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