THE BLUE GRASS TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION ANNUAL AWARDS 2020 PRESERVATION CRAFTSMAN AWARD Given to a building industry craftsman who has exhibited a strong commitment to quality craftsmanship for historic buildings.

GRANT LOGAN COPPER COPPER STEEPLE RESTORATION 1ST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Grant Logan Copper specializes in custom copper and sheet-metal fabrication on both new and historic buildings. Grant Logan, of Nicholasville, re-clad the steeple on First Presbyterian Church with copper sheeting. The historic church at 174 North Mill was built in 1872 by prominent local architect Cincinnatus Shryock and is listed on the Na- tional Register of Historic Places. Each piece of copper on the steeple had to be measured, shaped and cut by hand. Adding to the chal- lenge, work to remove the old metal sheeting, repair the wooden structure of the steeple, and then attach the new copper had to be done from a lift. As work neared the top of the 175 foot steeple, the lift was not tall enough to reach the top. Grant and his workmen had to build a ladder and attach it to the steeple to finish the last 15 feet. PUBLIC SERVICE TO PRESERVATION AWARD Given to a government agency or official for service to preservation movement or to a specific project.

PURCHASE OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS PROGRAM- LFUCG

The Lexington Fayette Urban County Gov- ernment’s Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Program is turning twenty this year. The programs mission is to preserve central ’s farmland by preventing future development from occurring on participat- ing properties. In addition to protecting our natural resources, it also is a friend of historic preservation by encouraging owners to pre- serve and maintain historic aspects of their farmland, such as stone fences and outbuild- ings. It promotes these features as assets that can be used for additional points for eligibili- ty to participate in the program. Mel Stewart Hankla grew up in the small town of Jamestown, Kentucky on the banks of Lake Cumberland. The founder of American Historic Services LLC, he is a noted collector, research- er, lecturer and writer of Kentucky’s heritage. He has been editor of American Tradition magazine. He is a builder of traditional Kentucky Longrifles and in 1984 was awarded a National Endowment of the Arts Folk Art Apprenticeship grant to study with legendary rifle smith Hershel House. A historical actor/ed- ucator, he worked 20 years with the Kentucky Humanities Council presenting characters of frontiersman Simon Kenton and General George Rogers Clark. In 2012 he was cast for the leading role in the PBS documentary, An Audacious American, the story of Kentucky abolitionist Cassius Marcellus Clay. He has been an appraiser for Kentucky Educational Televisions popular show, “Kentucky Col- lectibles.”Hankla serves on the Museum Board of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution and on the Advisory Board of the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA).

CLAY LANCASTER HERITAGE EDUCATION AWARD Given to an individual or group for service in researching and disseminating information about the Central Kentucky region. MEL STEWART HANKLA, ED.D

He is a member of the Kentucky Material Culture Collectors and the American Society of Arms Collectors. Today, Hankla lives on Heavenly Hill Farm in Carter County, Kentucky with his wife Angela. During the last forty years private collectors of Kentucky’s decorative arts and ma- terial culture have assembled collections, collaborated with each other, and culti- vated a renewed appreciation of those artifacts that best tell the stories of our early Kentucky ancestors. In the last decade museums have begun to showcase these ear- ly Kentucky artifacts because of the expertise, passion and generosity of collectors like Mel Hankla. The intense study of the artifacts and determination to learn more about not only the original owners, but also those who made them, have enriched our understanding of Kentucky’s past and our own heritage. Dr. Hankla’s Into the Bluegrass: Art and Artistry of Kentucky’s Historic Icons teaches us about the items that were not only necessary for survival of those early pioneers, but also embel- lished their lives with each artifact’s distinct beauty. This important work elevates our understanding and appreciation of our material culture, while connecting the artifacts with the real history of those who cherished these treasures. COMMUNITY PRESERVATION AWARD Given to a non-governmental group or individual for service to the preservation movement or to a special preservation project. KENTUCKY COLONELS The Blue Grass Trust is honoring the Kentucky Colonels, a voluntary philanthropic organization, for their Good Works Program Grants. The Ken- tucky Colonels have given numerous historic preservation grants in the central Kentucky area, sometimes multiple grants to the same organizations. The Blue Grass Trust received Good Works Program Grants in 2010 and 2013. The Kentucky Colonels truly embody their mission to “act as the Gov- ernor’s ambassadors of Kentucky heritage and rich history…” by donating to at least 25 central Kentucky groups or projects since 1970. BARBARA HULETTE AWARD

For efforts in preservation of Central Ken- tucky’s history, heritage, built environment, landscape, archaeological resources, sense of community or significant endeavors. THE AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE TRAIL- TOGETHER LEXINGTON Located in downtown Lexington, the African American Heritage Trails was sponsored by Together Kentucky and re- searched and created by eighteen historians and community members. The trail, a self-guided tour with a map of sign lo- cations located at Courthouse Square, consists of 12 signs and tells the African American story in Lexington’s community, and has been a source of education for Lex- ington’s residents and tourists since 2018. Signs cover events that stretch from slavery, through Jim Crow discrimination, to the Civil Rights era. They feature prominent members of Lexington’s community and share their stories and accomplishments. The signs are placed in front of areas where the events they display originally occurred. The African American Heritage Trail has been featured in articles in the Herald Leader, and on KET. Together Kentucky is a collaboration of more than a dozen community businesses, non-profits, and community organizations. In 2017, Together Kentucky held a series of forums called Courageous Conversations, and one product of those forums was the African American Heritage Trail. The subcommittee in charge of researching and writing content for the signage originally produced 40 different topics, which were then narrowed down to 12.

SPONSORS SIGNAGE COMMITTEE

Barry Bishop (Regional Vice President Windstream Communications) Yvonne Giles Carla Blanton (Owner Carla Blanton Consulting) PG Peeples Sheri Evans Depp (Director of HR and Global Talent Management for Dr. Gerald Smith Lexmark International) Juanita Betz Peterson Bill Farmer (CEO United Way of the Bluegrass) Rev. Clark Williams Rufus M. Friday (Former President and CEO of Herald-Leader, Special Thomas Tolliver Assistant to The President at Kentucky Community and Technical Councilman James Brown College System) James Klotter Larry Hall (CEO Hall Media Inc) Dr. Randolph Hollingsworth Larry Jones (Central Region President Community Trust Bank) DeBraun Thomas Dr. August Julian (President Bluegrass Community and Technical Billie Mallory College) Dr. Terry Birdwhistell Brian McCarty and Bruce Drake (Partners Bluegrass Hospitality Group) Linda Carroll Sam Mitchell (CEO and Director Valvoline) Craig Bencz Jeff Murphy (VP Marketing and Communications KentuckyOne Health) Jennifer Wuorenmaa Mary Quinn Ramer (President VisitLEX) Ed Holmes Any Shea (President and CEO Baseball) Carla Blanton Rufus Friday BARBARA HULETTE AWARD For efforts in preservation of Central Kentucky’s history, heritage, built environment, landscape, archaeological resources, sense of community or significant endeavors. COMMUNITY VENTURES CORPORATION: MILLERSBURG ALLEN HOUSE Community Ventures Corporation is being recognized for its efforts to breathe new life into the former Millersburg Military Institute, and more spe- cifically, for the renovation and preservation of the main administration building known as Allen House. Millersburg Military Institute was a military boarding school founded in 1893 in the small Bourbon County community of Millersburg. It survived for more than 100 years until closing in 2006 due to declining student enrollment. Subsequent attempts were made to restart the school but none of them were successful.

In November 2016, Community Ventures purchased the property and set out to restore the campus, save the distressed buildings and bring new life back to this once thriving community. The campus has a new name too: Mustard Seed Hill. It is a reference to the biblical parable that something great can grow from something as small as a mustard seed. The centerpiece of the new campus is the newly renovated Allen House, an excellent represen- tation of a Greek Revival dwelling. The impressive 2-story structure was constructed in 1852 for William Nunn, a prominent citizen of Millersburg. It would later become the president’s house and administration building for the military academy. Community Ventures has transformed it into an event space ideal for weddings, receptions, banquets and other special events. “When we can include historic structures in the economic engines of a com- munity, then we can insure their future preservation and sustainability,” said Kevin Smith, president and CEO of Community Ventures. LUCY SHROPSHIRE CRUMP VOLUNTEER AWARD Given to an individual or group who has provided exemplary service to the Blue Grass Trust throughout the year. JERRY DANIELS Jerry Daniels is a Magoffin Co. native, a graduate of Morehead State University, and what some would consider a time traveler of sorts. A self-described “history geek” whose passion for history led Jerry and his wife, Hope, to create their own heritage tourism company—Stone Fence Tours. Jerry has been a dedicated deTour attendee since moving to Lexington five years ago. Recently he became a member of the deTours committee, and since coming on board has shared his resources with us to create some of our most well attended and memorable deTours to date: the Bourbon Barons deTour of the Ripy Mansion, Ballard House in Lawrenceburg, and Brutus Clay’s home Lynwood Mansion in Richmond. Each had an attendance rate that exceeded 200. In addition to being a wealth of resources for deTour locations, Jerry is also the definition of a team player, always willing to lend a hand no matter the size of the task, whether it’s directing cars for a deTour, assisting with research for the BGT’s Civil War museum or pointing out that some members of an audience can’t hear the speaker, Jerry is always willing to lend a hand. The BGT is better for having Jerry involved both for his passion for history and general kind-heartedness that makes him so deserving of this year’s Lucy Shropshire Crump Volunteer Award. LUCY GRAVES ADVOCACY AWARD Given to an individual or group who has exhibited advocacy leadership in supporting the historic pres- ervation movement in Central Kentucky. THE BOYLE LANDMARK TRUST

The Boyle Landmark Trust was founded in 1971 by Cecil Dulin Wallace to preserve Merchants’ Row in Perryville. For many years, Mrs. Wallace primarily did the work of the Trust single-handedly because it began simply as a group of people interested in preservation. Yet in 2011, it became a membership organization, and today boasts 350 members. Over the past 50 years, the Landmark Trust has saved historic structures throughout Boyle County. One of those is the Willis Russell Log Cabin. Willis Russell was a freed enslaved person who, from the early 1800’s through the 1830’s, taught freed blacks as well as whites to read. The cabin was one of the original structures built by pioneers when they left the Wilderness Trail. The Trust has worked with individuals and other organizations including Centre College to prevent numerous buildings on Main Street from being razed, one reason for downtown Danville’s currently intact streetscape. The Landmark Trust is a 501C3 organization. In 2014, it began a plaque program for any house or building at least 100 years old. Work continues on raising money for the revolving fund. In February, the Trust received a $10,000 grant from the 1772 Foundation for a feasibility study to find a neglect- ed property worthy of saving . On November 13, it plans to host a conference to focus on the economic importance of historic preservation. CLYDE CARPENTER ADAPTIVE RE-USE AWARD Given to an individual or group for outstanding efforts towards the rehabilitation and adaptive re-use of a building or buildings with Central Kentucky. SAV’S GRILL His name is Mamadou Savane, but people know him simply as Sav. When he decided to relocate his West African restaurant in the Spring of 2019, he had no idea of the history of the building he had chosen. Early in the process of revamping the place, he discovered the metal framework, and more, of a gas station behind the drywall.

For nearly 11 years, Sav operated his restaurant in a building on South Limestone next to Good Samaritan Hospital. But the lack of parking, coupled with more on-campus dining options for students, took its toll. So Sav set out to purchase a building and landed on the former Subway sandwich shop at the corner of East Main Street and Old Lafayette

Turns out, the building was originally a Gulf service station, possibly in the 1930s and there were plenty of remnants of the service station behind the drywall and brick. Large windows, panels of curved glass that surrounded the original doorway and framing for the original overhead garage doors were just some of the features uncovered as the team began to tear down interior walls. A friend mentioned that he had an image of the gas station from the early 1940s and Sav was delighted to show off the history. The black white photo of the gas station that the friend had mentioned is featured prominently on the laminated menu of the new restaurant.

“I feel like I’ve hit the lottery,” he says more than once in describing his joy at finding his current building. “I’m very happy. It’s in my neighborhood.” The new location is only a 10-minute walk from his home in the Kenwick neighborhood. And he doesn’t have to worry about a lease; he owns this building.

The restaurant serves healthy and flavorful West African cuisine, foods he grew up on in Guinea. Along with the old, there is some new. He installed large garage style doors that open onto a patio along East Main Street. Sav also owns an ice cream shop called Sav’s Chill, located in a building on Max- well Street. The new location on Main Street has allowed Sav to add his handmade ice cream to the menu at his restaurant on Main Street. He plans to close the Maxwell Street store in the fall when the lease expires. Having both businesses under one roof is a dream come true. Sav says he is proud to host some of Lexington’s history and to play a role in making new Lexington stories. CLYDE CARPENTER ADAPTIVE RE-USE AWARD Given to an individual or group for outstanding efforts towards the rehabilitation and adaptive re-use of a building or buildings in Central Kentucky. SIG LUSCHER BREWERY

Kentucky has many breweries, but Sig Luscher stands out as Kentucky’s oldest. Named after the family that founded the brand, not only is Sig Lus- cher Kentucky’s oldest brewery, but it is also the eighth oldest in the nation. Many original, historic beer and bourbon brands are being brought back by Kentuckians, but few can say that they are the original beer brought back by the original family. Dating back to 1886, the brewery was located in downtown Frankfort where the Transportation Building now stands. Unfortunately, the original brewery was demolished, so when the Sig Luscher family decided to revive their heritage and re-open a taproom, they sought a new location. In December 2018, they opened across from the brewery’s original site, at 221 Mero Street, Frankfort, located in what owner Tim Luscher called a “BBQ Bomb.” The building was a pre-fab coffee shop located on US 27 South in Garrard County, and had been moved to Frankfort and used as a BBQ stand. The Luscher’s kept the original structure and reno- vated it, going for an authentic 1886 brewery feel on the interior. They went so far as to use wood from the family farm for the walls and bar, carefully choosing each finish to give the taproom a gas-lit feeling. The room includes a mash paddle from the original family brewery and other mementos. They also received permission from the Planning and Zoning Committee to construct additions to make the space more workable for the company’s other needs. A mix of both contemporary and historic fabric, it features both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a bar and a space for equipment and supplies. LANDSCAPE PRESERVATION AWARD Given to an individual or group for the preservation, design, stewardship, restoration or enhancement of an historic cultural landscape in the Bluegrass.

This Lexington landmark—170 acres on the edge of downtown—was designated a garden cemetery at its inception in 1848. Since that date, in earnest compliance with its intended function and design, a fulltime horticulturalist has been on staff.

Also an , the cemetery boasts of many old growth trees, many two and three hundred years old. When a tree is taken out, one is put back in its place. Typically, fifty to seventy-five new trees are planted every year. There are over 180 different varieties of trees and shrubs.

One of Lexington Cemetery’s most popular landscape features is the formal garden. The cemetery has three greenhouses, which host 25,000 annuals in the spring until they are ready for the various display beds. In the fall, 25,000 tulip and daffodil bulbs are planted.

To maintain this beautiful, sprawling property, the cemetery has 15 fulltime employees and ten to twelve seasonal workers, including two peo- ple in the summer who do nothing else but clip and trim the English ivy.

JOHN WESLEY HUNT AWARD Given to an individual for lifetime service to the preservation movement in Central Kentucky. FRED MILLS Fred Mills was born in Lexington and grew up in Historic Woodward Heights Neighborhood. His mother owned a rent- al property on Madison Place, which Fred maintained for many years. He lived in the family home on Merino Street during the resurgence of Woodward Heights as a vibrant neighborhood, which followed the destruc- tion of the west end of the South Hill with the unfortunate construction of the Civic Center parking lot. He has played an important role in the revitalization and pres- ervation of Woodward Heights since 1978.

Most people know Fred through his life- long career as the manager of the Kentucky Theatre. He first worked as an usher at the Kentucky in the early 1960s, and left for a period of time when he attended college to get a teaching degree, returning to manage full-time in the early 1970s. Fred was instrumental in getting the theatre repaired following the fire in a neighboring building in 1987. By April 1992, he completed the restoration and the Kentucky Theatre held a grand re-opening.

Recently the Kentucky Theater was awarded a grant to help fund a LGBTQ film festival. Per the application, the festival is slated for Sept. 24-27, 2020 and will showcase approximately 10 films and/or documentaries. DOT CRUTCHER AWARD Given at the Annual Founders’ Day Party to an exemplary member of the Blue Grass Trust GAY READING

Gay’s involvement with the Trust began when he was a Cub Scout, and even influenced his educational study of architectural history. As a teen and young adult, Gay participated in the Trust’s community activism and social life. After college, Gay helped initiate a fund raiser for BGT, post-theater dinners hosted at the Hunt-Morgan House following Opera House productions. As an adult, he has made significant contri- butions over the years.

As a member of the Hunt-Morgan Committee, Gay not only served on the committee, but also became property manager and administrator of the Hunt-Morgan House until the Trust could afford to hire a manager and administrator. Gay continues to serve on the Hunt-Morgan Committee and also serves on the Committee.

While Co-chair of the Pope Villa Committee, he established the Pope Villa Advisory Board and has engaged in a great deal of hands-on work there. Gay underwrote and oversaw production of reproductions of Latrobe’s plans for the Pope Villa. Additionally, when involved with the Antiques and Garden Show Committee, Gay instigated getting local businesses involved in the show. Gay has served more than once on the Blue Grass Trust Board of Directors. Gay Reading has truly proven himself an exemplary member of the Blue Grass Trust. THE BLUE GRASS TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION HISTORIC PROPERTIES THOMAS HUNT MORGAN HOUSE

POPE VILLA

HOPEMONT BGT AS HISTORIC VENUE As stewards of Hopemont, the Dr. Thomas Hunt Morgan House, and Latrobe’s Pope Villa the BGT recognizes that our own historical homes are our best exposure for the mission of the Trust in promoting and advocating for historic preservation within the bluegrass. Because of this, it is with great pride that our properties are often utilized for educational tours and symposiums, private celebrations, and community events. For this reason, during the COVID- shutdown, our Facilities Committee has taken much time and commitment to revamp our homes so that they may continue to serve the BGT and shine brighter than before. As the state continues to re-open, we at the Trust look forward to our properties once again being host to discus- sions of important matters, sparks of curiosity, and fond memories.