PRESERVATION Preservation Alliance for greater philadelphia Matters The newsletter of the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia FALL 2012

he time has until it became possible to hire a full-time executive director. Along the come,” the way I found that I was enjoying the work a great deal—it allowed me “T Walrus said, to combine my interests in architecture, public policy and community EXECUTIVE “To talk of many things: of development—and so one year became another and suddenly ten years shoes and ships and sealing- had passed. DIRECTOR’S wax, of cabbages and kings I am still very excited about the Alliance and historic preservation in MESSAGE and why the sea is boiling hot Philadelphia, still have many things I have not accomplished, and could and whether pigs have wings.” envision staying around for another five years. But change in leadership I always think of this line from Lewis Carroll in times of change. To is healthy for an organization, and I believe a change in leadership at me it doesn’t mean talking about things, I think of it in terms of doing this point will be very positive for the Alliance, and will enable me to other things. And maybe doing other things as different from the old pursue some of my other interests. as cabbages are from kings. I want to thank all of you who have supported the Preservation For me, and for the Preservation Alliance, the time has come for a Alliance during the past ten years. Without your support we would change. I am intending to leave the position of executive director at the not have been able to accomplish so many fine things. I hope you will end of this year or early next year, once a new executive director has continue to give the Alliance and its new executive director the same been found. The board has already begun the search process, and I am support you have given me and that the next ten years will be even bet- optimistic that an exciting new leader will emerge. ter than the past ten. I came to the Alliance in February 2002, with the intention of help- Jo h n An d r e w Ga l l e r y ing implement a new strategic plan for a couple of years as a consultant Executive Director Area Organizations Working to Preserve Historic Resources The Philadelphia region is fortunate to have many organizations that focus on historic preservation. The successful preservation of the region’s historic resources is the result of their dedicated work. To show our appre- ciation, the Alliance is pleased to continue to highlight these organizations. If your organization would like to be featured in a future newsletter, please call 215.546.1146 x3 or email [email protected].

tects and buildings of the recent past. Wanting to preserve the history of this era, Janet and University of Pennsylvania scholar Stephen Anderson contacted Docomomo’s national organization for assistance in establishing a local chapter. The first Docomomo-PHL meeting drew ten attendees to Janet’s newly-designated home in East Falls. Since then, the chapter’s membership has quadrupled, and the group has organized successful modern home tours and educational lectures. They have also continued working to nominate modernist buildings to the Philadelphia Register and have participated as consulting parties in Federal Section 106 design reviews. In one recent case, Docomomo collaborated with the Preservation Alliance and the Washington Square West Civic Association to negotiate the redesign of a pro-

posed addition to Oskar Stonorov’s Casa Farnese apartment Wyatt Gallery building (1300 Lombard Street, 1962) to preserve elements of Historic RittenhouseTown its iconic crescent-shaped entry canopy. For the Sixth Annual Docomomo Tour Day on October 6, revolution in the 19th century, the mills at RittenhouseTown Docomomo-PHL will host a tour of Louis Kahn’s Richards ceased production. By 1900, the village had been incorporated Medical Labs on the University of Pennsylvania Campus. into Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park. For more information, visit their Facebook page at www. Since 1984, Friends of Historic RittenhouseTown, a private facebook.com/DocomomoPhiladelphia. non-profit organization, has worked to preserve and protect Wyatt Wyatt Gallery the six surviving Rittenhouse structures dating from 1707 Louis Kahn’s Richards Medical Labs Historic RittenhouseTown that make up a National Historic Landmark District. The To those who lived and worked at RittenhouseTown, the Friends’ mission is to tell the inspiring story of generations Docomomo Greater Philadelphia Chapter sights and sounds of a working mill were the stuff of every- of the Rittenhouse family and their workers. Groups tour the One of the region’s youngest historic preservation organiza- day life. The rush of water, the hum of the water wheel and buildings, make paper using the same tools and techniques as tions was established to help promote and protect some of the the clatter of horses’ hooves echoed through the narrow val- the Rittenhouse family, prepare an authentic colonial recipe region’s youngest historic resources. Docomomo, which stands ley cut by the rapidly moving Paper Mill Run. Wagons from in the circa 1725 Bake House, and print on a replica 18th cen- for the Documentation and Conservation of Buildings, Sites, nearby Germantown brought linen rags to be made into tury press. RittenhouseTown is a reminder of the importance and Neighborhoods of the Modern Movement, is an orga- paper and carried away finished reams to the local printer. of the paper making industry to the development of early nization with chapters in 56 countries and 12 regions in the The smell of pulp permeated the air. America and the essential role of the Rittenhouse family as United States. The Docomomo Greater Philadelphia Chapter The mill was built in 1690 by the Rittenhouse family on the suppliers of locally produced paper for letters, legal docu- (Docomomo-PHL) was established in February of 2011. northern banks of a tributary of the Wissahickon Creek. The ments, maps and books. In 2010, Janet Grace was writing a nomination for her mill quickly became the heart of a thriving industrial commu- Historic RittenhouseTown is open for tours from June Norman Rice-designed mid-century modern home to be nity known since the early 18th century as RittenhouseTown. through September on Saturday and Sunday, 12 – 4pm. The placed on the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places. While For 150 years, eight generations of the Rittenhouse family and education program welcomes groups throughout the year. doing her research, Janet discovered that there were few collec- their employees lived and worked along the Paper Mill Run For more information on programs and events, visit www. tions of biographical and historical information of the archi- and Wissahickon Creek. With the coming of the industrial rittenhousetown.org or call 215.438.5711. continued on page 2 www.preservationalliance.com continued from page 1

Fort Mifflin on the Delaware and blacksmithing demonstrations and four battles. The full PHMC Appoints Regional Coordinator calendar of events and information on activities and pro- On the banks of the Delaware River adjacent to the bustling grams are available at www.FortMifflin.us. Philadelphia International Airport stands the site of the greatest bombardment of the American Revolution. Often In November 2011, Cory Kegerise joined the Pennsylvania Historical and overlooked in the wealth of historic resources in Philadelphia, The Woodlands Trust for Historic Preservation Museum Commission’s Bureau for Historic Preservation as the Community Fort Mifflin’s history is compelling but largely unknown. Preservation Coordinator for Eastern Pennsylvania. Based at historic Designed in 1771 by British Chief Engineer John Graeme Park in Horsham, Montgomery County, Cory provides technical Montressor, Fort Mifflin was constructed to defend the assistance and community outreach for 13 counties on the eastern edge wealthy colonial city of Philadelphia. In American hands by 1775, the Fort supported the American Revolution by delay- of the state, including Philadelphia. The bulk of Cory’s work focuses on ing the re-supply of British forces occupying Philadelphia helping representatives of municipalities, including Historical Architectural in November 1777. Beginning in October of that year a Review Boards, Historical Commissions, Planning Commissions, and elect- valiant 5-week battle took place, culminating in the largest ed officials, develop and implement historic preservation programs in their bombardment ever experienced in North America. General Washington ordered Fort Mifflin’s young garrison to “hold communities. Cory also works with Metropolitan Planning Organizations to the last extremity,” and that they did. like the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission to ensure that Fort Mifflin was reconstructed in the late 18th century and cultural resources are incorporated into transportation plans, conducts remained an active military post until 1954. In one visit to training and educational programs in the region, and serves as a liaison Fort Mifflin a guest can stand on a Revolutionary War battle- field, inside a Civil War prison and next to a magazine that The Woodlands Mansion between local groups and the central PHMC offices in Harrisburg. stored gunpowder during World War II. Cory is a native Pennsylvanian, having been born and raised In the 18th century, William Hamilton used his 600 acres of in Berks County. Immediately prior to joining PHMC Cory was the land overlooking the Schuylkill River to develop the finest Administrator of Local Preservation Programs at the Maryland Historical example of an English country estate in America—at least according to Thomas Jefferson. Using his interests in horti- Trust. The job with PHMC was the perfect opportunity for him to return culture and botany to create one of the great “picturesque” to the Philadelphia region where he lived and worked for eight years landscapes, Hamilton assembled one of the largest collections before his work in Maryland. During his previous stint in Philadelphia, of native and imported plants in America, acquiring over Cory was the Executive Director of the Elfreth’s Alley Association and 9,000 species. His 1789 mansion house is one of the earliest and finest examples of Federal architecture in America. prior to that worked as a historic preservation consultant and a non- In 1840, the core of Hamilton’s former estate was pur- profit grant administrator. Cory holds a Master of Science degree in chased by Eli Kirk Price to establish the Woodlands Cemetery Historic Preservation from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor Company of Philadelphia. Preservation of Hamilton’s home- of Arts degree, also in Historic Preservation, from the University of Mary stead and the “park like green space” was part of the founding mission of the Company. Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Today, the cemetery, mansion and landscape come together

Revolutionary War reenactors at Fort Mifflin to form the Woodlands National Historic Landmark District, a site where Neo-Classical and Victorian ideals coexist to cre- The non-profit organization Fort Mifflin on the Delaware ate a living history of Philadelphia and the United States. The has been the site’s steward since 1986, preserving both the Woodlands Trust for Historic Preservation works towards place and the story through ongoing restoration and exten- the preservation of this 54 acre site located in the heart of sive historic programming. The Fort’s busy calendar features University City. The Woodlands remains an active cemetery, large scale living history events including full scripted battle operated by the Woodlands Cemetery Company, a 501(c)(13) reenactments, an active scout camping and day-trip pro- non-profit cemetery company. gram, school and group tours, standards-based education The grounds of the Woodlands are open free of charge, 365 programs and ghost tours. Fort Mifflin is on many lists of days a year from dawn to dusk for the public’s enjoyment. the most haunted sites in America and was a leader among Printed guides and publications are available at the office in historic sites in exploring this new avenue of programming. the Mansion to help you explore this unique site. Tours of the Fall events include Vietnam Era Veterans Appreciation Mansion are available by appointment, and a weekend tour Day, Candlelight Ghost Tours, Cast Iron Chef, and Siege program will be offered in the future. The house and portions Weekend, Fort Mifflin’s flagship event. Over 200 reenactors of the grounds are available to rent for special events such as portraying both military and civilian roles will bring the lectures, cocktail parties and retreats. Revolutionary War to life on November 10 and 11. Living For more information on the Woodlands and to learn about history activities for the entire family during the weekend upcoming programs and events, visit www.woodlandsphila. Cory Kegerise include musket drills, a scavenger hunt, open hearth cooking org, or call 215.386.2181. Preservation Education Options Abound s college students across the Philadelphia region return to school, a growing number are enrolling in historic preserva- Bucks County Community College tion classes and programs. From online courses to hands-on studios, from community colleges to Ivy League universities, Degree offered: Certificate in Historic Preservation Aoptions abound for those interested in pursuing an education in historic preservation. www.bucks.edu/academics/department/social-behavioral/historic The first school in the region to establish an historic preservation program was the University of Pennsylvania in 1981. Today, Penn’s Master of Science in Historic Preservation degree program is among the nation’s leaders in the research, con- Philadelphia University servation, and interpretation of the built environment. The two-year coursework includes core classes in historic preservation theory, architectural history, documentation and archival research, site analysis and digital media, and specialized emphases in Degree offered: Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies with site management, building conservation, preservation planning, and landscape preservation. a concentration in Historic Preservation Philadelphia University also offers a number of historic preservation classes through the College of Architecture and the www.philau.edu/environdesign/Concentrations/HisPreservation Built Environment. A four-year Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies offers a concentration in historic preservation, with coursework that emphasizes the relationship between preservation and sustainable design. Classes include preservation Temple University technology, historic preservation documentation, architectural forensics, and cultural site management. Degree offered: Bachelor of Science in Architectural Preservation Temple University hosts the region’s newest preservation program, a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Preservation. The www.temple.edu/bulletin/academic_programs/schools_colleges/ four-year program includes two years of foundation studies in the Architecture Department, followed by two years of special- ized preservation coursework. The program will confer its first degrees in 2013. tyler/programs/arch/tyler_arch.shtm Bucks County Community College offers a popular 24-credit Certificate in Historic Preservation that includes five core courses and three electives, many of which can be completed online. The program is particularly popular among working University of Pennsylvania professionals, and in recent years has seen an influx of returning veterans. Workshops on Historic American Buildings Survey Degree offered: Master of Science in Historic Preservation documentation have received numerous awards in the annual Charles E. Peterson Prize student documentation competition. www.design.upenn.edu/historic-preservation

2 preservation matters fall 2012 www.preservationalliance.com Alliance Volunteer Lends His Services to Survey Markers By George H. Hoessel

arlier in 2012, I was fortunate enough to be select- In the “Who Knew? Department,” here are some interesting ed by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum facts: Lorenzo Langstroth, born at 106 S. Front Street, invented E Commission (PHMC) to conduct a survey and assess the modern beekeeping industry; Pearl Bailey grew up at the conditions of the 256 historical markers found within the 1946 N. 23rd Street; Girl Scout Cookies started at 1401 Arch boundaries of the City of Philadelphia. Philadelphia contains Street; Printz’s (Old Swedes) Mill, at Cobbs Creek & Woodland the largest concentration of markers in the Commonwealth, Avenue, was the first European water-powered mill in what with more than double the number of the second largest con- is now Pennsylvania, built c.1645 by New Sweden’s governor, centration in Pittsburgh. Johann Printz. The historical markers have roots dating back to 1913 with The concentration of African-American markers centered the establishment of the Pennsylvania Historical Commission. on what was termed in the 19th century, the Old 7th Ward These early “classic” plaques were generally affixed to build- (roughly Pine to South, 7th to the Schuylkill), is truly stirring. ings or marker stones. One survives at John Penn’s Home at Commemorative signs range from Mother Bethel AME Church 242 S. 3rd Street. With increasing automobile usage, these and W.E. B. DuBois, both near 6th & Lombard, to the Institute plaques with small lettering and lack of contrast were con- for Colored Youth (predecessor to Cheyney University) at 915 sidered difficult to read. After the end of World War II, the Bainbridge, to Billie Holiday at 1409 Lombard Street. PHMC marker noting America’s first shot tower. newly-constituted PHMC instituted a program with the now Of the original plaques, the great mystery is what happened familiar roadside marker, a sign in the Commonwealth’s col- to the William and Hannah Penn markers located on or at the passing vehicles. The PHMC would be happy to work with ors of blue and gold, topped by the coat of arms, mounted building that stood on the site of the Slate Roof House, now groups or individuals willing to financially “sponsor” miss- on a sturdy metal pole. The broad roadside-type signs were known as Welcome Park at S. 2nd and Sansom Streets. ing markers for replacement. PHMC also accepts nomina- soon supplemented by narrower “city marker” signs for more For the PHMC survey, I assessed the status of each indi- tions for new markers by the annual December 1 deadline. urban locations. The current cast aluminum markers com- vidual marker, fixed locations with a GPS device, and docu- Financial commitment toward the marker cost is required. memorate all types of people, places and events. mented conditions with multiple photos of signs, poles and Visit www.pahistoricalmarkers.com for further information. Philadelphia boasts many firsts that are commemorated foundations. The survey will be used by the PHMC for their Since I first came to Philadelphia in 1973, touring and with an historical marker. Some of my favorites are First cyclical marker maintenance program. The Philadelphia exploring the city has been a favorite pastime. The PHMC Protest Against Slavery at 5109 Germantown Avenue; America’s markers requiring refurbishment will be addressed over the marker survey gave me the opportunity to see with new eyes First Lager Beer at 905 N. American Street; Female Medical course of the next year. both the very familiar (the dozens of markers which I pass College of Pennsylvania at 2900 W. Queen Lane; first hospital Nearly a dozen markers in Philadelphia have been lost or daily) and the somewhat esoteric and sometimes exotic in in the US, Pennsylvania Hospital, on the 800 block of Pine displaced, mostly victims of vehicular traffic or on-going the furthest reaches of the city. Each of my field trips helped Street; Hershey’s First Candy Store at 935 Spring Garden Street; construction. Some are in storage and some have disap- renew my affection for local history and architecture. The Commercial Digital Computer Birthplace at 3747 Ridge Avenue; peared. Most often the poles are badly marred from bicycles next time you pass a marker, pause, look up and savor the and America’s first Shot Tower at Front & Carpenter Streets. and chains, graffiti, and stickers, or signs are damaged by rich history of our city.

Fels Intern Undertakes Help for Your Historic Home Preservation Report Owners, and aspiring owners, of historic homes— learn about the best practices for the restoration and maintenance of older and By Mike Zimmerman historic houses at the Preservation Alliance’s ongoing series of free Homeowner Workshops! s the principle public steward of historic landmarks preservation, the in the Philadelphia area, the Preservation Alliance Alliance created a “Hands On” Demonstration A for Greater Philadelphia tasks itself with not only sixteen-member Workshops protecting the past, but also building and sustaining public steering commit- Held at 6:30pm, at The Woodlands Mansion, 4000 support into the future. To this end, the Preservation Alliance tee composed of Woodland Avenue, in West Philadelphia has produced several economic impact reports that outline a cross section Masonry and Pointing Flat Plaster and Interior Finishes and articulate the many economic and social benefits his- of Philadelphia’s September 19 October 3 toric preservation and designation have had on the City of preservation and Brotherly Love. The Alliance’s reports have proven success- arts community 2012 Fels intern, Mike Zimmerman Historic Wood Windows Traditional Roofing ful advocacy tools, being cited in state and national reports leaders. With the September 26 October 10 and illuminating the sector as a whole. However, the reports’ guidance of our committee and knowledgeable staff, the broad scope and number-focused nature leave room for Alliance created an in-depth survey and identified a large Lecture Workshops understanding the organizations that give preservation the number of preservationist organizations. Our final survey Held at 6:30pm, at Roxborough Memorial Hospital, Wolcoff vibrancy and passion the city enjoys. and report are designed to focus exclusively on preservation Auditorium, 5800 Ridge Avenue (Entrance is behind hospital In order to capture and highlight this passion and vibrancy, organizations and their unique contributions. This report, on Jamestown Street.) the Preservation Alliance secured a grant from the Samuel S. which will be published in the Fall of 2012, is designed to Paints and Color Placement September 20 Fels Fund to survey and report on local historic preservation be updated annually, giving the Preservation Alliance the Sponsored & Presented by Sherwin Williams organizations. I first heard of the opportunity to be involved resources to track trends and progress over time. Wood Windows: Maintenance and Replacement Options with this project through the Fels website and was immedi- In addition to the data gathered by the report, a rewarding September 27 ately interested. A recent transplant from the Midwest, and personal aspect of the project has been my opportunity to Sponsored & Presented by Danner Windows current MA candidate in Museum Communication at the work day-to-day with the Preservation Alliance staff. Being a University of the Arts, I quickly became fascinated with the part of daily operations at a local nonprofit has not only been Energy Efficiency in Older Homes October 4 arts and culture sector currently booming in Philadelphia. a refreshing break from school work, but also has allowed me Sponsored & Presented by Mark Group I anticipated this internship being a great way to blend my to put the survey and research methods I’ve learned in class Masonry and Pointing October 11 enthusiasm for the arts with the uniqueness of the city, while to the test. Creating a survey from scratch has allowed us to Sponsored & Presented by Limeworks US contributing to the success of Philadelphia’s beautiful his- identify key points of interest, and working with stakehold- toric structure and unmatched form. ers “in the field” allows us to craft questions that pinpoint ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE, but advance registration required Philadelphia’s historic structures and properties are stew- specific issues and opportunities for improvement. Working to [email protected] or 215.546.1146 x6. arded by a number of local organizations, the needs of which closely with the preservation community has given me a new In Collaboration with The Woodlands and Roxborough the Preservation Alliance is seeking to demonstrate through perspective and appreciation for those who work to keep Development Corporation this report. To understand the needs of our partners in Philadelphia’s history alive.

www.preservationalliance.com fall 2012 preservation matters 3 advocacy Endangered Property Updates

Nugent Building (Listed 2004) Joe Frazier’s Gym (Listed 2011) At long last, Nolen Properties has received approval from Joe Frazier’s Gym, a North Philadelphia landmark and site of preservation and cultural heritage in Philadelphia. Visit www. the National Park Service for its application for historic tax the former world champion’s training facility from 1968 to preservationalliance.com/advocacy/2011_epl_frazier.php for credits for the renovation of the Nugent Home for Baptists, 2008, is receiving national attention following its inclusion more information. the magnificent Chateau-style building in Germantown. on the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s 2012 “11 To learn more about the gym and efforts to save it, visit This completes the complicated financing package that Most Endangered Historic Places” list in June. Now in its 25th www.savingplaces.org/treasures/joe-fraziers-gym. includes a $2.6 million grant from the Office of Housing and year, the “11 Most” list is the Trust’s signature advocacy pro- Community Development, plus $12 million in low income gram and has highlighted 242 threatened resources nation- tax credits approved earlier by the Pennsylvania Housing wide. The Frazier Gym is only the third Philadelphia site to Church of the Assumption (Listed 2009) Finance Agency. PNC Bank is purchasing both the historic be included on the list, following Independence National In July, Siloam Inc. announced the sale of the Church of the and low-income tax credits. Mall in 1991 and 1992 and the Boyd Theater in 2008. Assumption and adjacent rectory and convent buildings to a A critical component of obtaining the full financing of local developer for $1.12 million. Prior to the sale, Siloam had the project was the ability to construct an addition to the sought approval to demolish the historic 1848 church, which building that will add 36 units to the 21 units possible in has been vacant since 1995 after being closed by the Catholic the historic building itself. The addition, designed by JKR Archdiocese. Demolition was approved by the Historical Architects, is a very thoughtful and compatible design that Commission in 2010 before being overturned on appeal by reflects the character and materials of the historic building. the Board of Licenses and Inspections Review the following It will be connected on the rear of the building and thus year. An appeal of that decision to the Court of Common will not be very noticeable from Johnson Street. Heritage Pleas has yet to be ruled on, though many observers expect Consulting prepared the tax credit application and handled the sale to render the case moot. The new owner, local devel- negotiations with the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum oper John Wei, has yet to announce plans for the church, Commission and the National Park Service. though preservationists remain optimistic that a new use for the iconic landmark can be found.

Divine Lorraine (Listed 2009, 2010) According to reports published in the Philadelphia Inquirer and the Hidden City Daily, developer Eric Blumenfeld is poised to acquire the Divine Lorraine through sheriff’s sale. The National Trust’s Brent Leggs announcing Frazier Gym’s inclusion on 11 Restoration of the blighted, high-profile landmark designed Most Endangered Historic Places list. by Willis Hale in 1893 is widely considered to be a crucial step in the rejuvenation of North Broad Street and the northward National Trust field officer Brent Leggs announced the expansion of the Avenue of the Arts. Plans for the structure gym’s inclusion on the 11 Most list at a press conference have yet to be released, but the potential new owner is report- at Temple University on June 6. Speakers included Frazier’s ed to be considering an apartment or hotel conversion. sister Martha Frazier Rhodan, boxing promoter Joe Hand, the City of Philadelphia’s Chief Cultural Officer Gary Steuer, and the Preservation Alliance’s John Gallery. The Alliance is Henry Pierce House (Listed 2010) partnering with the National Trust and Temple University’s After two years of limbo, the Concord Township Historical Architecture Department to ensure the site’s protection. Commission and Toll Brothers have agreed to a compro- Nugent Home for Baptists The gym was featured on the Preservation Alliance’s mise proposal that will preserve the oldest portion of the Endangered Buildings List in December 2011 as the result Pierce House, which dates to c.1770 and is among the oldest The Nugent Building was added to the Philadelphia of a nomination by students in the historic preservation surviving structures in the township. After originally agree- Register in 2005 based on an application submitted by the program at Temple’s School of Architecture. A furniture ing to preserve the house in its new residential subdivision Preservation Alliance with extensive community support. store now occupies the former gym space, but traces of the development, Toll later sought to demolish the structure The adjacent Presser Home for Musicians was also added building’s storied past still survive. Currently for sale, the in its entirety. The new agreement allows Toll to remove to the Register at the same time and was previously reno- building has no formal historic designation and is vulnerable later alterations to the two-story fieldstone structure and vated by Nolen Properties for age-restricted housing. Presser to demolition. A fundraising campaign is now underway to incorporate the historic core into a new residence. The Apartments received a 2011 Preservation Achievement Award support an adaptive reuse market study and nominations to Preservation Alliance has agreed to accept an easement on from the Alliance. the Philadelphia and National Registers. the property to ensure that the historic fabric of the original Congratulations are due to the entire Nugent team, but This October, the National Trust, Temple University, Next building remains protected in the future. Congratulations are most especially to Jim Nolen and Rick Sudall of Nolen American City and the Preservation Alliance will be sponsor- due to the Concord Historical Commission, Toll Brothers, Properties whose commitment to this project has been ing a special screening of the 2011 documentary “Joe Frazier: and Concord Township Historical Society for this creative exceptional. When the Smoke Clears,” followed by a panel discussion on preservation solution.

Alliance Accepts New Easement

Daniel Hiester House In addition to accepting easement donations from private property owners for whom the dona- tions can represent a charitable tax deduction, the Alliance often accepts easements from non- profit organizations that wish to preserve an historic property. Recently, the Montgomery County Land Trust acquired the Daniel Hiester House as part of its efforts to conserve 78 acres of land in Upper Salford and Marlborough Townships. The Woodtiger Fund agreed to purchase and restore the house for its headquarters and both parties agreed to place a preservation easement on the house and the adjacent summer kitchen. The Daniel Hiester House, built in 1757, is a fine example of Georgian architecture. Much of the historic interior of the house is intact. The easement on the house will complement the land conservation easement on the property ensuring that this distinctive historic building and the surrounding open space will be preserved for the benefit of future generations. Our thanks to the Montgomery County Land Trust and the Woodtiger Fund for their support of conservation and preservation.

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Episcopal Cathedral Properties Historical Commission A different clause was used to justify approval of the demoli- tion of another West Philadelphia site, the Episcopal Cathedral Advocacy Fund Decisions Appealed Parish Houses at 38th and Chestnut Streets. In this case, the Episcopal Church invoked a little-used “public interest” clause We are pleased to announce that our summer Advocacy Two controversial development projects in West Philadelphia in their proposal to demolish two individually-listed brown- Appeal was a great success. Thank you very much to those are proposing the demolition of historic structures listed on the stone rowhouses adjacent to the cathedral and designed by who have donated, listed below. Your generosity allows the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places. Both projects received cathedral architect Charles Burns. In their place, the church Preservation Alliance to continue to build on recent advocacy approvals from the Philadelphia Historical Commission, seeks permission for a private developer to construct a new successes, including Joe Frazier’s Gym and the Kensington 25-story apartment tower. In its initial presentation to the and both are being appealed to the Board of Licenses and Soup Kitchen. Advocacy is at the heart of what we do, and Historical Commission the church claimed that proceeds from we need your help to carry on with our work! Inspections Review challenging the Historical Commission’s the development would be used to restore the cathedral build- decisions. ing (estimated to cost $3.5 million) and to provide ongoing Allied Construction Services II, Inc. income for the operations and expansion of its social minis- Ms. Kathryn E. Babcock try. However, at the Historical Commission’s second meeting 40th And Pine Mansion Ms. Rachel Blake The University of Pennsylvania sought approval to demolish a on this application, the church and the developer refused to Dr. and Mrs. Nick Bryan nineteenth-century Italianate mansion at 40th and Pine Streets indicate any amount of money that would be committed to Miriam and Peter Burwasser likely designed by Samuel Sloan but altered significantly in any of these three purposes. The Preservation Alliance strongly the mid-twentieth century for objected to the use of the “public Cloud Gehshan Associates use as a nursing home. The interest” clause by the applicants. Mr. and Mrs. Mark Cochard University claimed that demo- The Alliance presented an analy- Mr. Paul S. Connors lition was warranted under the sis of the “public interest” issue Peter and Susan Crawford “financial hardship” provision prepared by former City attorney Mr. Harrington E. Crissey Jr. in the City’s historic preserva- Leonard Reuter that indicated that Dr. Patricia M. Danzon tion ordinance, despite propos- the application did not meet any Mr. and Mrs. Abner W. Dowdell ing and receiving approvals for of the tests found in previous deci- Mr. and Mrs. William J. Dugan a plan last year to restore the sions regarding public interest or Mr. James Fennell mansion and construct addi- in court cases. Despite the appli- Mr. Joseph S. Finston tional new housing units on cant’s unwillingness to commit Mr. Mark Flood the site. any specific dollar amount to the Mr. Richard Frey The Preservation Alliance cathedral restoration, the Historical Ms. Roberta Friedman testified against the demolition Commission approved the proposal Ms. Alice M. George request at the Commission’s by a vote of 8 to 2. George Woodward Co. May 11 meeting, arguing that The Alliance is appealing the decision allowing demolition of these A critical issue in this the case is historic brownstones at 38th and Chestnut. Ms. Teresa A. Gillen the proposal did not demon- the applicant’s proposal that two Frank and Jean J. Greenberg individually designated buildings should be demolished to strate financial hardship since an economically viable reuse Mr. and Mrs. G. Davis Greene proposal had already been approved and there were no legal or purportedly save another. This could set a dangerous precedent Mr. John P. Gregg financial obstacles to its implementation. Residents and prop- that would allow any owner of more than one historic structure Ms. Nan Gutterman and Mr. William Irby Jr. erty owners from the surrounding area also testified against the to justify the demolition of one to help fund work on another. Ms. Nancy Heinzen proposal. The proposal nevertheless passed by a vote of 6 to 3. The Preservation Alliance has appealed the decision to the The Woodland Terrace Neighborhood Association and several Board of Licenses and Inspections Review. A first hearing has Heritage Consulting, Inc. individual property owners have appealed the decision to the been set for October 2. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Hyndman Jr. Board of Licenses and Inspections Review. Mr. Louis A. Iatarola Jeffrey A. Miller Catering Co. Joseph Dugan, Inc. Mr. Andrew Robert Keast Alliance Aids Nominations Ms. Nancy D. Kolb Mr. Albert LeCoff Ms. Gabriele W. Lee for Kensington Factories Ms. Britt Levy Ms. Fran Levy everal recent fires in large former textile mill buildings in the Ms. Marcia Makadon Kensington area have drawn attention to the dangers such build- Dr. Randall M. Miller Sings can pose to their adjacent communities when not prop- Ms. Amy Miller erly sealed and protected. However, these buildings–some of which have Ms. Neah Monteiro already been rehabilitated or adapted for housing or art space–can be Mr. Michael L. Norris assets for community revitalization. Ms. Melissa J. Orner At the height of Philadelphia’s industrial age, the city was known as Steven J. Peitzman MD the textile capital of the world. The neighborhood of Kensington was Ms. Anne L. Prosseda at the center of this thriving industry, home to almost half of the city’s Mr. Joseph F. Purcell cloth, clothing, and carpet factories, alongside related trades like dye It will be easier to nominate former textile factories like the Peter Wool Mr. Theodore L. Reed works, machine shops, and box factories. Today, many of these build- & Sons building at 165 W. Berks Street. Mr. Theodore R. Robb ings are abandoned or underutilized. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin L. Sachs In an effort to support the rehabilitation of these historic buildings, the Preservation Alliance commissioned a report that Mr. Joseph A. Schiavo will make it easier for owners to apply for historic preservation tax credits. Known as a Multiple Property Documentation Form Mr. John Scolastico Jr. (MPDF), the report will streamline the process of listing textile-related industrial buildings in Kensington to the National Register Ms. Elisabeth Shellenberger of Historic Places. The MPDF identifies over forty potentially eligible properties. Listing on the National Register would make each of these buildings eligible to receive investment tax credits for the rehabilitation of historic structures equal in value to 20% Mr. and Mrs. Sam L. Spear of the rehabilitation cost of the structure. Strawberry Mansion Neighborhood Action Center Written by preservation consultants Powers & Company, Inc, the MPDF will be reviewed at the next Pennsylvania Historical and Mr. Mike Thaete Museum Commission meeting on October 2. Once formally adopted, the MPDF will serve as an “umbrella” document for future UJMN Architects & Designers National Register nominations of individual buildings. While buildings will still need to be determined eligible and nominated on Urban Partners an individual basis, the burden of establishing their historic significance will be substantially lessened. The Alliance hopes this will Mr. Samuel B. Wheeler lead to more owners pursuing National Register status for these buildings thereby obtaining the federal historic tax credits and Ms. Signe Wilkinson making redevelopment of these structures financially feasible. Mr. Aaron Wunsch To view the complete Multiple Property Documentation Form and the list of potentially eligible buildings go to List complete as of August 21, 2012. www.preservephiladelphia.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/KensingtonNR.pdf

www.preservationalliance.com fall 2012 preservation matters 5 Congratulations to Inaugural Class of Emerging Leaders

This spring twelve community leaders completed the Preservation Alliance’s inaugural Emerging Leaders Training. The participants hailed from neighborhoods across Greater Philadelphia, including West and South Philadelphia, Bella Vista, Kensington, Strawberry Mansion, and the Main Line. The Alliance saw this training as an opportunity to reach out to active community representatives and prepare them to serve on non-profit boards while educating them about historic preservation. The intensive seven session series covered the basics of historic preservation and the roles and responsibilities of the non-profit board. The weekly lectures featured preservation professionals leading discussions on current preservation issues, both local and national. A two-part session on the dynamics of non-profit boards covered fiduciary responsibilities, bylaws, conflict of interest and board structure. Attendees participated in a panel of indi- viduals from a variety of backgrounds discussing their experience serving on the board of a non-profit preservation based organization. Participants were also asked to meet with an executive director or senior staff of a Philadelphia based non-profit. The Alliance was pleased to have been able to offer this training to such a dynamic and diverse group of community activists and intends to offer this training again in early 2013. If you are actively looking for new board members, please consider our recent Emerging Emerging Leaders graduates (left to right): Kimiko Doherty, Paul Fellman, Elise Kemery, John Andrew Gallery (PAGP), Leaders Training graduates. For more information, contact [email protected] Lenora Jackson-Evans, Tom Potts, Joyce Smith, Christopher Mote, Paulette Rhone, Jonathan Snyder and Leslie Harold. or 215.546.1146 x8.

Architectural Walking Tours The Preservation Alliance’s guided walking tours interpret the past, present and future of the Philadelphia region as expressed through architecture, urban design and social history. In September and October, tours are every Saturday an Sunday at 10am and 2pm. Preservation Alliance members can attend for half price, only $5! Find more information at PreservationAlliance.com/walkingtours or call 215.546.1146 x3.

Sept. 30 10am Victorian Washington Square West September NW corner, 9th & Spruce Sts. Sept. 30 2pm Littlest Streets East of Broad A Sense of Place: Sept. 1 10am Historic North Central Delaware Center of Kahn Park, 11th & Pine Sts. Waterfront Weaving Neighborhood 2nd & Market Sts. along benches next to Christ Church Sept. 1 2pm Old City October Fabric Back Together Benches at N. 2nd St. & Elfreth’s Alley Oct. 6 10am Underground Philadelphia: Subways, Sept. 2 10am Classical Philadelphia Railways & Stations 2012 conference for community leaders Penna. Hospital Gate, Pine St. between 8th & 9th Sts. 30th Street Station at angel statue at east end of main con- about preserving and celebrating course ($15 admission includes round-trip subway fare) Sept. 2 2pm Gilded Age Philadelphia Philadelphia’s neighborhoods Bellevue steps, 200 S. Broad St. Oct. 6 2pm Victorian Philadelphia West of Broad Bellevue steps, 200 S. Broad St. Sept. 8 10am Bella Vista Friday, October 12, 2012 SE corner of 10th & South Sts. Oct. 7 10am Classical Philadelphia 8:30am – 3:30pm Penna. Hospital Gate, Pine St. between 8th & 9th Sts. Sept. 8 2pm Rittenhouse Square East Student Faculty Center Pool in center of Rittenhouse Square Oct. 7 2pm Merion Temple University Health Science Campus Merion Train Station, Hazelhurst Ave & Idris Road, inbound side Sept. 9 10am Society Hill Stroll 3340 N. Broad Street (at Ontario), 2nd Floor NE corner, 2nd & Spruce Sts. Oct. 13 10am Victorian Philadelphia West of Broad Philadelphia, PA Bellevue steps, 200 S. Broad St. Sept. 9 2pm Ben Franklin’s Philadelphia Entrance to Franklin Court, 312-22 Market St. Oct. 13 2pm Society Hill Stroll Philadelphia is a city of great neighborhoods, and NE corner, 2nd & Spruce Sts. preserving their sense of place and distinctive char- Sept. 15 10am Fishtown acter is key to sustaining a healthy community and William Penn statue, Penn Treaty Park, N. Delaware Ave. at Oct. 14 10am South of South achieving successful neighborhood revitalization. Columbia LaVa Café, 2100 South St. 19146 If you are a neighborhood/community leader, you Sept. 15 2pm City Hall & Center Square Oct. 14 2pm Terra Cotta Ornament Fairmount Park Welcome Center, 16th & JFK Blvd. Exterior north portal, City Hall, N. Broad St. & JFK Blvd. won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn about the many resources available to strengthen and Sept. 16 10am Littlest Streets Fitler Square Oct. 20 10am University of Pennsylvania build upon the successes in your community by Center of Fitler Square, 23rd & Pine Sts. Driveway entrance to University Museum, 3260 South St. incorporating historic preservation into your tool kit. Sept. 16 2pm Powelton Oct. 20 2pm Gilded Age Philadelphia The conference will include: Zocalo Restaurant, 36th St. & Lancaster Ave. Bellevue steps, 200 S. Broad St. • Plenary Session with Keynote Speaker Sept. 22 10am Victorian Philadelphia West of Broad Oct. 21 10am Benjamin Franklin Parkway • Educational Sessions Bellevue steps, 200 S. Broad St. Fairmount Park Welcome Center, 16th & JFK Blvd. • Luncheon Sept. 22 2pm Around Washington Square Oct. 21 2pm Avenue of the Arts Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Washington Square PA. Academy of Fine Arts, 128 N. Broad St. $20 | Advance registration required: www.preservationalliance.com/events/citywide_conference/index.php Sept. 23 10am Benjamin Franklin Parkway Oct. 27 10am Fishtown or call 215.546.1146 x6 Fairmount Park Welcome Center, 16th & JFK Blvd. William Penn statue, Penn Treaty Park, N. Delaware Ave. at Columbia Sept. 23 2pm South of South Presented in collaboration with: LaVa Café, 2100 South St. Oct. 27 2pm Victorian Washington Square West Philadelphia Department of Commerce • Community NW corner, 9th & Spruce Sts. Sept. 29 10am Up and Over the Ben Franklin Bridge Design Collaborative • Philadelphia Association of St. George’s Church, N. 4th & New Sts. Oct. 28 10am Rittenhouse Square West Community Development Corporations • Philadelphia ($15 admission includes return trip from Camden on PATCO) Pool in center of Rittenhouse Square City Planning Commission • Temple University Sept. 29 2pm Rittenhouse Square West Oct. 28 2pm Spruce Hill Victoriana Pool in center of Rittenhouse Square University City Arts League, 4226 Spruce St.

6 preservation matters fall 2012 www.preservationalliance.com Alliance Welcomes New Board Directors Melanie Kasper Rodbart has eleven years of experience as a structural engineer and has worked on dozens of projects involv- ing the structural analysis and stabilization of existing buildings, many of which are on the National Register of Historic Places. Ms. Rodbart earned her Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Bucknell University and her Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Drexel University. As project engineer at S. Harris Ltd., Ms. Rodbart is involved with projects from the very early investigative phase, continuing through the design process, and ensures final delivery through construction. She is experienced in the structural analysis of timber, steel, concrete, and masonry and evaluates the technical complexities of failure Lisa Armstrong Kenneth P. Balin Cheryl Gaston Melanie Kasper Rodbart Fon Wang mechanisms.

t the board of directors meeting in May, the Kenneth P. Balin has been actively involved in the real estate Martin Jay Rosenblum, AIA founded Martin Jay Rosenblum, Preservation Alliance board elected six new direc- industry for over 30 years. He is the chairman and CEO of AMC AIA and Associates (MJRA) in 1980. The architectural firm Ators: Lisa Armstrong, Kenneth P. Balin, Cheryl Delancey Group, Inc. Prior to founding AMC Delancey in 1992, specializes in residential design, rehabilitation, restoration and Gaston, Melanie Kasper Rodbart, Martin Jay Rosenblum and Mr. Balin was a leader within several real estate investment historical research and has worked on more than three hundred Fon Wang. The Preservation Alliance staff and board wish to organizations, which began with the Bass Family of Fort Worth. public and private commissions ranging from house museums thank outgoing board directors for their years of dedicated In 1987, he co-founded Amerimar Realty Company, as the suc- and houses of worship to commercial structures and private service: Linda A. Galante, Esq., Stephen D. Marshall, Rev. cessor to a portion of the Bass real estate portfolio. Mr. Balin is residences. Mr. Rosenblum holds a Master of Architecture from Mark Kelly Tyler and Diane-Louise Wormley. a Governor of the Urban Land Institute Foundation has served Columbia University and a Bachelor of Architecture from the on the boards of many philanthropic and community organiza- University of Illinois. Mr. Rosenblum currently serves on the Lisa J. Armstrong, AIA is an architect and LEED AP with twenty- tions. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Northwestern University PHMC board, and has sat on numerous boards of directors five years of project development, design, and construction and a Masters in Business Administration from the Wharton including Mount Claire Foundation, Andalusia Foundation, experience. As vice president at KEM Partners, leading the School of the University of Pennsylvania. Center City Residents’ Association, Cliveden of the National Sustainability Services Division, Ms. Armstrong coordinates con- Trust, and Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery. sulting teams to assist property owners, developers, builders, and Cheryl Gaston practices law with the Spruce Law Group, LLC, design professionals in establishing and implementing sustainable concentrating her practice in the areas of zoning and zon- Fon S. Wang, AIA, LEED AP is the president of UCI Architects, strategies to reduce the environmental impact of their properties. ing litigation. Prior to private practice, Ms. Gaston was the Inc., an award-winning firm specializing in architecture, his- Ms. Armstrong joined the Keating Companies in 2007 as develop- Chief Deputy City Solicitor of the City’s Code Enforcement toric preservation, planning and interior design. Ms. Wang has a ment manager of the $263 million redevelopment of the historic Unit and later served as the Senior Attorney responsible for all broad range of practical experience spanning over 14 years. Her 30th Street Main Post Office into the new regional campus of Zoning Code matters in Philadelphia. She also was Counsel to portfolio includes new construction, adaptive reuse and historic the Internal Revenue Service. She has also led A K Architecture, the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the City of Philadelphia, preservation for commercial, institutional and residential clients. LLC (AKA) in the design and construction administration of responsible for virtually all zoning litigation involving the City, Ms. Wang has served as the principal designer for numerous environmentally sustainable exterior public spaces, multi-use including extensive appellate court litigation and Constitutional projects including the renovation of historic Humphreys Hall community facilities, early childhood education centers, and challenges to provisions of the Zoning Code. Ms. Gaston gradu- at Cheyney University and the renovation of Wayne Junction affordable housing in Philadelphia. Ms. Armstrong co-chairs the ated from Widener University with a Bachelor of Science in Station. Ms. Wang has a Bachelor of Architecture from Syracuse Greening Greenfield project that has transformed the exterior of Engineering, and from Widener’s Delaware Law School, where University and a graduate degree in Historic Preservation from this Philadelphia public school into a vibrant green space designed she was on the Law Review and a member of Phi Delta Phi Legal the University of Pennsylvania where she was the inaugural to exemplify ecological stewardship. Honor Society. recipient of the David De Long Fellowship.

THANK YOU! The Preservation Alliance expresses its appreciation to the following organizations and individuals.

CORNERSTONE Robert & Lauren Powers Mr. and Ms. Thomas S. Sugrue PROFESSIONAL K & A Appraisal Company Stonehenge Advisors Inc. SOCIETY Salem Shuchman and Barbara Ms. Fon S. Wang PARTNERS Keswick Theatre TempleTown Realty Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth P. Balin Klock Family Foundation Mr. Daniel H. Wheeler AIA Philadelphia Kieran Timberlake Associates UCI Architects, Inc. Deborah D. Bishop David Seltzer Allied Construction Services Klehr Harrison Harvey University of Pennsylvania II, Inc. Mr. John G. Carr Jon C. Sirlin CORPORATE SPONSORS Branzburg LLP Facilities & Real Estate Amerimar Enterprises, Inc./ Amy and Michael Cohen Paul Steinke 1201 Chestnut Street Partners LP Klein and Hoffman, Inc. Venturi, Scott Brown & Behringer Harvard Associates Inc. John K. Cugini Ms. Kate F. Stover and Mr. 806 Capital LLC Land Services USA, Inc. Architectural Window of W.S. Cumby, Inc. Cecie and Paul Dry Timothy D. Wood The Bancorp Bank Philadelphia Inc. Larsen and Landis Watson & Henry Associates Barbara Eberlein Beneficial Bank The Athenaeum of Philadelphia Levine & Company, Inc. * Leadership Circle member Ms. Loretta C. Witt Sara Jane Elk Brandywine Realty Trust AthenianRazak, LLC Mara Restoration, Inc. Wu & Associates, Inc. Mr. William Frankel BENEFACTOR Bryant Phillips Construction Harold R. Berk Esq. Mark B. Thompson Associates MEMBERS LLC Linda A. Galante, Esq. Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & FUNDERS Mr. Henry G. Hart Jr. Furman PC Furman PC Masonry Preservation Group, John Andrew Gallery Inc. 1772 Foundation Dr. Russell Harris and Mr. John Cross Properties Dan Lepore & Sons Company Mr. Harold E. Glass Casavecchia Materials Conservation National Trust for Historic Firstrust Bank Daniel J. Keating Co. Susan Glassman Ms. S. Yvonne Novak and Mr. Collaborative, LLC Preservation Eastern State Penitentiary Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Gunther Aaron Weindling Haverstick-Borthwick Company Merrell & Garaguso, Inc. Office of Housing and Historic Site, Inc. Community Development Barbara and Jerry Kaplan Miss Lisa M. Witomski INTECH Construction, Inc. Modjeski and Masters, Inc. Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery Pennsylvania Historical & Janet S. Klein* Keast & Hood Co. O’Donnell & Naccarato Inc. PATRON MEMBERS George Woodward Co. Museum Commission Mr. Marian A. Kornilowicz, Esq. Knapp Masonry Palmer Waterproofing, Inc. Mr. Joseph P. Charles Graboyes Commercial Window The Pew Center for Arts and Stephen L. and Mary D. Kurtz HF (Gerry) Lenfest Co. Patrick J. Murphy & Associates Heritage, through the Heritage Ms. Sally Elk Inc Philadelphia Program Gene and Debbie Lefevre Pennoni Associates, Inc. Henry G. Hart, Jr. Ms. Helen H. Ford Plumstead Studios The Philadelphia Cultural Fund HF (Gerry) Lenfest* Philadelphia Management Co. Heritage Consulting, Inc. Barbara and Jerry Kaplan Rampart Holdings Samuel S. Fels Fund Mr. Gie Liem Radnor Property Group Historic Building Architects, Mr. Stephen D. Marshall LLC Russell Roofing Company, Inc. William Penn Foundation William and Lenore Millhollen Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young Mr. Hugh G. Rouse and Mr. LLP John Milner Architects, Inc. Saul Ewing LLP The Palmers Leonard R. Olds Shelterfield Valuation Services List complete as of John Neill Painting & August 21, 2012. Caroline & Peter Piven Mr. Harry K. Schwartz Decorating SSH Real Estate

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