On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Ellie Isaacs of Landmark Preservation Consulting. Danielle and Ellie discussed why it’s important to prioritize project work to account for funding, and how educating clients on care and maintenance is critical to long term preservation efforts. Ellie also discussed some of her favorite projects including Meadow Garden in Augusta, GA, the home of George Walton signer of the Declaration of Independence. You can find ...
Apr 21, 2022
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Nicholas De Neff, lead writer for the Hometown History Podcast . Danielle and Nicholas discussed the importance of storytelling in place, and how the way a story is told can influence legacy.
Mar 24, 2022
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Liz Waytkus, Executive Director of the United States chapter of Docomomo International, a non-profit organization dedicated to the documentation and conservation of buildings, sites and neighborhoods of the modern movement for nearly 25 years. Danielle and Liz discussed the importance of local, state, and national designation of historically relevant architecture. Liz’s article for Dezeen on the demolition of Marcel...
Mar 18, 2022
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation podcast Danielle spoke with Taylor Voltz, host of the Preservation Destination podcast. Hailing from North Atlanta, Taylor moved to New Orleans in 2009 to pursue a graduate degree in Historic Preservation from Tulane University. She developed a passion for preservation while earning her undergraduate degree in American History. She currently holds the Director position at the Historic Mobile Preservation Society and the Historic Oakleigh House...
Mar 10, 2022
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Steve Jordan of Pain in the Glass.  Danielle and Steve discussed the advantages of marketing even when business is booming, the evolution of preservation, and the labor shortage currently affecting the preservation trades.  You can find Steve's business and his books online at: http://www.painintheglass.us You can also contact Steve via email at sashbible@gmail.com...
Jan 21, 2022
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Abbie Samson, of Samson Historical. Samson Historical is a provider of 18th Century reproductions. Abbie told us about the range of products offered by Samson Historical and how they can help customers find time appropriate items. You can find Samson Historical’s full catalog on their website at: https://www.samsonhistorical.com. You can also follow them on Instagram at samson_historical and Facebook at @SamsonHist...
Jan 13, 2022
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Mike O'Neill about Barry Gfeller's photography and how it helped preserve images of Main Street America. From the National Building Museum's website, " Gfeller Collection: Main Street USA portrays roughly 250,000 buildings and 3,750 communities in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Taken together, the images are a rare snapshot of late 20th-century North America." Mike also discussed his role in the preservation...
Dec 23, 2021
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with author Maureen Ogle about her book, “All the Modern Conveniences: American Household Plumbing, 1840-1890”. Maureen and Danielle discussed the development of indoor plumbing in American homes during this unique period in history when not all homes came with modern amenities. You can find Maureen on her website at: https://www.maureenogle.com, and contact her via email at: oglemaureen@gmail.com
Dec 20, 2021
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle speaks with author Max Page about his book "Why Preservation Matters" . They also discuss why preservation is important, and how to balance green building with preserving buildings, and history. You can contact Max via email at mpage@umass.edu.
Dec 10, 2021
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation podcast, Danielle spoke with Preservation Advocate Randolph “Randy”l Harris. Randy believes that “history is local” and told us about the beginnings of the Lancaster walking tour, and how it evolved into a sought after attraction. Randy also discussed the Underground Rail Road and its history in Lancaster County. You can find information on the walking tour online at: www.lancasterhistory.org Randy’s website with history of the Underground Rai...
Nov 18, 2021
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Josh Blanc of Clay Squared to Infinity in Minneapolis Minnesota. From their website, “Clay Squared crafts handmade tiles in many shapes and colors for kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces, and as art tile. We feature tile by local and national artists and offer the largest selection of historic reproduction tile lines in the US.” Danielle and Josh discussed matching historic materials and why it is better to preserve an...
Nov 12, 2021
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Andrew Cushing, Bureau of Historic Sites Chief for the New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Danielle and Andrew discussed how and why to research the history of your home.
Nov 04, 2021
On this week's special Halloween episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Leslie Stainton, author of "Staging Ground: An American Theater and Its Ghosts" about the historic Fulton Theater in Lancaster Pennsylvania. They discussed place preservation, the theater's history dating back to the 1700's, and Leslie's experience with a ghost hunter on the grounds. You can find "Staging Ground: An American Theater and Its Ghosts" at the Penn State University Press online bookstor...
Oct 28, 2021
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Jere Gibber, Executive Director of the National Preservation Institute (NPI) . Danielle and Jere discussed the importance of volunteering in addition to for profit work in the field of preservation. Jere also talked about the history of NPI and the trainings available through their organization. You can find the trainings and NPI’s podcast on their website at www.npi.org . You can contact Jere, and NPI at 703-765-0...
Oct 21, 2021
Oct 14, 2021
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation podcast, we spoke with Catherine Fleming Bruce, author and activist. Catherine is the author of " The Sustainers: Being, Building and Doing Good through Activism in the Sacred Spaces of Civil Rights, Human Rights and Social Movements " which received the 2017 Historic Preservation Book Prize from the University of Mary Washington Center for Historic Preservation. Catherine advocates for the preservation of historic spaces significant to the ci...
Oct 07, 2021
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Marc Jamieson of Ontario, Canada based Heather & Little , a family owned custom metal fabrication business. Marc started with the family business as a child and learned the ins and outs as he grew up, now Marc's son is starting his sheet metal apprenticeship. Listen in to hear more about why restoration building is green building and about some of the unique projects Heather and Little has worked on. You can contact H...
Sep 30, 2021
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with author Michael Olmert about his book Kitchens, Smokehouses, and Privies: Outbuildings and the Architecture of Daily Life in the Eighteenth-Century Mid-Atlantic. Michael explained how by looking at buildings, we can discover clues about every day life from when they were used. We also learned about hexagonal and octagonal rooms, and why 18th century American dairies had northern facing doors. You can find Michael in ...
Sep 23, 2021
On this week's episode, we spoke with Kelly Parks, realtor at Paris Gibson Realty in Montana, specializing in historic farms, ranches, and estates. We discussed Kelly's experience with her historic homes, and her advocacy for historic spaces in Montana and across the country. We also discussed positive trends in preservation and why we shouldn't be afraid of taking on historic renovation projects. You can contact Kelly via email at Kelly@ParisGibson.com or by phone at 406-788-6826....
Sep 09, 2021
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with author Marc Howard Ross about his book Slavery in the North: Forgetting History and Recovering Memory . Marc told us about his research and how how got interested in learning about how America chooses to document, or forget, history. You can contact Marc via email at Marc.Ross66@gmail.com....
Aug 26, 2021
On this week's episode Danielle spoke with John Phillips of Associated Crafts & Willet Hauser Architectural Glass, Inc about the modernization of stained glass preservation and why educating customers is critical. You can find more information about Associated Crafts & Willet Hauser Architectural Glass, Inc. on their website at: https://stained-glass-window.us.
Aug 19, 2021
Glenn Eldridge ‘The Tinman’ from Chelsea Decorative Metal Co . joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss tin ceilings. Chelsea Decorative Metal Co. manufactures tin ceiling panels in a variety of patterns and sizes including Art Deco, Victorian, and Turn of the Century. You can reach Glenn at: Tin Ceilings by The Tinman : Chelsea Decorative Metal Company or Chelsea Decorative Metal Co. | Facebook or Tinman83@earthlink.net or Tel: 713-721-9200...
Aug 12, 2021
Gwen Jones and Karla Pearlstein of Ariel Grace Design joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss custom floor cloths, Bolling & Co. (a previous podcast guest – Gwen is a co-owner), and the Preservation Artisans Guild . You can contact Ariel Grace Designs at: 503-206-2631 or info@arielgracedesign.com or by visiting their website: Custom Floorcloth Makers | Painted Canvas Rugs | Canvas Floorcloths | – Ariel Grace Design...
Aug 05, 2021
Bo Sullivan joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss a long career in preservation and his two companies Bolling & Co. (period style wallpaper as art) and Arcalus Period Design
Jul 29, 2021
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Mindy Crawford, Executive Director of Preservation Pennsylvania. We discussed the role of the preservation office and the importance of local advocacy in protecting historic buildings. You can find more information on Preservation Pennsylvania and membership opportunities on their website .
Jul 22, 2021
On this week’s episode we speak with Neil Rippingale of NR Stonecraft about the history and craft of dry stone. You can contact Neil via email at neilrippingale@aol.com. On this week’s episode we speak with Neil Rippingale of NR Stonecraft about the history and craft of dry stone. You can contact Neil via email...Read More
Jul 15, 2021•43 min
Rory Brennan of Plaster Magic joined the podcast today to discuss his unique products and why repairing is often a better (and easier!) option than replacing, especially when it comes to plaster. You can find Plaster Magic products on their website: https://plastermagic.com, and you can contact the office via email at info@plastermagic.com, or by phone...Read More
Jul 08, 2021•41 min
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Sarah Marsom, Heritage Resource Consultant. We discussed how changes in communication during the pandemic have opened up resources to those who may not have been able to access them before and why inclusive storytelling is important to preservation. We also discussed the importance of salary...Read More
Jul 01, 2021•51 min
On this week’s episode, we spoke with Alyssa Frystak of PlaceEconomics about the benefits of deconstruction, and how data can be used to preserve historic neighborhoods and affordable housing. You can find Ms. Frystak’s recent papers on these topics on the PlaceEconomics website at: https://www.placeeconomics.com. There, you will also be able to find the Weekend...Read More
Jun 24, 2021•43 min
This week on the podcast, we spoke with Candacy Taylor of Taylor Made Culture. We discussed The Green Book, and Ms. Taylor’s latest project documenting Green Book sites across the country. We also discussed the importance of place preservation, and why documenting sites that no longer exist is critical to the American story. You can...Read More
Jun 17, 2021•56 min
