Historic Maritime Landmark Under Threat After Construction Mishap
Deferred maintenance and a construction error endangers Edward Corner warehouse, one of the waterfront's last prominent reminders of Philadelphia's shipping history. Starr Herr Cardillo has the details > more
After The Trocadero’s Closing, Preservationists Ponder Saving The Interior
Philly's famous Trocadero Theater closed in May after 149 years of continuous use. Protections are already in place for the facade of the building, but can the interior be saved too? Kimberly Haas takes a look > more
Op-Ed: Painted Bride Art Center Mosaic A Lesson In Limits To Historic Designation
Last fall the Philadelphia Historical Commission declined to legally protect a colorful mosaic, nominated by Philadelphia's Magic Garden, on the exterior of Painted Bride Arts Center in Old City. In this editorial Sharon Barr opines that the decision was the right one and unpacks the thorny issues of designating public artwork and ownership rights > more
Italian-American Heritage & Industrial Landmarks Go Under Review For Historic Designation Recommendation
Starr Herr-Cardillo has this roundup of local register nominations on the agenda at the June meeting of the Philadelphia Historical Commission's Designation Committee > more
Historic Designation Committee To Consider West Philly District, Institute For Colored Youth, And Churches
Starr Herr-Cardillo has the details on local register nominations up for consideration at the April meeting of the Philadelphia Historical Commission's Designation Committee > more
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