Knox Heritage Green House Now for Sale

QUARTERLY WINTER 2011

knox heritage works to preserve structures and places with historic or cultural significance. Knox Heritage Green House A Letter from Now for Sale Scott Schimmel, The tenth Vintage Homes project is coming to 2011 Knox Heritage a close: the Green House in Fort Sanders is for Board President sale. Final touches are being completed over the next few weeks, and some lucky owner will soon have a residence conveniently located between downtown and UT that features Dear friends of Knox Heritage: the latest in sustainable and energy-efficient building materials and construction techniques. I am honored to be serving as the Last but not least, these eco-friendly amenities 1011 Victorian Way, Fort Sanders Knox Heritage Board President for are contained in a 120-year-old house that still the next two years. I’d like to tell you embodies historic charm. a little bit about myself, why historic preservation is so important to me, Knox Heritage embarked on this ambitious project and why I serve on this board. in late 2009, after developers Kinsey Probasco Hays and Cardinal Development donated the Old houses and buildings have 1880s Victorian to the nonprofit. Early on, the intrigued me for many years. While Vintage Homes committee decided to attain I’ve always found the unique character LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental of these structures to be interesting, I Design)-certified status in this renovation. The have also gained an appreciation for Green House demonstrates the ideal merging Salvaged materials like mantels the high quality of construction and of historic preservation and “green” building and flooring are paired with new tile and stylish light fixtures. resilience they possess. practices and has been an educational tool and a model for other preservation projects across My wife Lisa and I first lived in the country. Final LEED certification is pending Kingston Manor, a 1935 apartment and will be announced soon. complex on Kingston Pike. We loved the warmth and charm of the Since a typical buyer may be wary of purchasing space, so when we searched for our an “old house,” it is worth noting that this home first home together we looked no is virtually new construction throughout. Apart further than the surrounding historic from the basic footprint and structural elements, neighborhoods. We purchased a everything about this house is new, replacing Queen Anne Victorian in the Historic historic materials removed for the World’s Fair Light floods the kitchen, Old North Knoxville neighborhood. in 1982. Its features include: stocked with modern amenities, overlooking World’s Fair Park. We became increasingly fascinated • New poplar siding and Energy Star-rated with revitalizing neighborhoods wood double hung windows while the resurgence of downtown • Solar-powered hot water generated from a new standing seam metal roof Knoxville gained momentum continued on page 4 simultaneously. INSIDE continued on page 2 ETPA: Preservation Around the Region...... 3 Architectural Salvage: Reclaiming History...... 4 2010 Knox Heritage Balance Sheet...... 5 this newsletter is printed Preservation Briefs...... 7 on recycled content paper. continued from page 1, Letter from the President

2011 Lisa and I were compelled to do our Knox Heritage part in this downtown revitalization, so we Board of Directors opened our first two businesses on Market Officers Square. Soon after, Scott Schimmel • President Randall De Ford, Annette Brun • Vice President finishing his term as Katie King • Vice President KH Board President, Todd Witcher • Treasurer discussed the possibility Jonathan Wimmer • Secretary of my serving on the Knox Heritage Board. Directors I have been fortunate Barbara Apking Marianne Greene to serve on the Board Chyna Brackeen Mary Holbrook since 2005. Angelyn Campbell Lorie Huff Pamela Chips Breese Johnson, M.D. As Knox Heritage Elaine Clark Sherman Jones, Ed. D. board president, I plan John Craig Gay Lyons, Ph.D. to continue sharpening our development strategy, including David Dewhirst Eddie Mannis the establishment of a planned giving program, to keep us on Allison Easterday Sean Martin a path of financial stability. I also hope to increase the number Beth Eason Sam Maynard of KH members who live in historic neighborhoods. We will Faris Eid Teresa Scott explore the possibility of a Preservation-themed license Judith Foltz Monte Stanley plate, which could garner coveted exposure throughout the Amy Gibson, Ph.D. Mary Whaley, Ed.D. state. I also think it is important to continue to strengthen our relationship with the University of Tennessee and Knox County School System to encourage preservation-minded Ex-Officio Members decision-making and to find ways to help them preserve their Ann Bennett, Metropolitan Planning Commission historic assets. Finally, I will continue to support ETPA and Scott Brooks, East Tennessee Preservation Alliance the excellent start to Partners in the Field, our preservation Kenley Smith, Knoxville Junior League initiative in the 15 counties surrounding Knoxville.

General Counsel Knox Heritage is the only organization in the region that Tom McAdams works tirelessly every day to protect our treasured structures and places. The annual Fragile Fifteen list, the Vintage Homes Honorary Board Members program, Partners in the Field, and educational programs such Joan Allen Mike Fowler as Lost & Found and Preservation Network are just a few of our Glenn Bullock Doug McKamey projects that require significant resources. I ask that you make Steve Cotham Pat Roddy* plans to continue your support of Knox Heritage in 2011. Randall De Ford Dorothy Stair Matt Edens Without the tremendous generosity of our community, we Kristopher Kendrick* * deceased would only be able to accomplish a fraction of our goals. Our work is supported by almost 2,000 annual donors and Staff a network of many dedicated volunteers. These gifts of time, Kim Trent • Executive Director talent, and funds are an integral part in helping us preserve our Becky Hancock • Assistant Director heritage for future generations. On behalf of the entire Knox Ethiel Garlington • Director, Preservation Field Services Heritage Board of Directors and staff, I thank you. Hollie Cook • Program Assistant/Researcher Beth Meadows • Administrative Assistant/Salvage Sincerely, Margaret S.C. Walker • Newsletter

Scott Schimmel Knox Heritage Board President

2 Have an idea for a Summer Supper location? Send it to [email protected]. Preservation Around the Region the Mims Hotel were positive examples of their most important assets. projects spearheaded by the community. Happy New Year! Before we talk about Finally, we stopped in Dandridge, one of Speaking of important assets, the ETPA 2011, there were two events in December Tennessee’s oldest towns. Most of our Board of Directors spent a Saturday in that closed out the year on a good note. time was spent at the historic Barber January at the East Tennessee History First, on December 3, ETPA hosted its McMurry-designed school that overlooks Center, working with Danni Varlan for annual holiday party at the McCollum downtown and Douglas Lake. It’s slightly strategic planning. The day was full of Farm in Greenback, recently restored by waterlogged, but poised for a proper insight and excitement as ETPA continues Tim Grindstaff and recognized with to grow as a new organization. This year, an ETPA award in October. Thanks ETPA strives to build its membership to Tim for his hospitality! base and continue growing programs and advocacy efforts. On December 12, we held our first Developers Roadshow, On March 7, ETPA will announce the a day-long bus tour that took 2011 East Tennessee Endangered property developers, architects, a Heritage list at the East Tennessee commercial realtor, and Knoxville’s History Center at 11:00 am. This Chief Building Inspector to 4 year’s list will likely see some new communities in the region. Lindsay additions from across the region. Johnson, ETPA Board Member East Tennessee is fortunate to have and East Tennessee Development a mix of significant architectural and District’s Preservation Planner, cultural sites, and ETPA is working to also joined us for most of the day. ensure some of the most endangered The goal of Developers Roadshow sites find new uses. was to engage the participants in Downtown Morristown dialogue with regional community During National Preservation Month leaders, so each group could learn from rehabilitation. Overall, the Developers in May, ETPA will again organize “Perspire the other. Roadshow was a great success and we for Preservation” volunteer work days hope to visit more communities in the around the region. For more information The Roadshow began in Jefferson City future. and to volunteer, please email Ethiel at with a warm welcome from ten community [email protected]. leaders. It has recently been selected as On February 24, the Preservation Toolbox one of the first towns to partake in the series continues with a session on ETPA works to preserve places and Tennessee Downtowns program, created creating local historic districts. The structures with historic or cultural by the Tennessee Main Street office. This workshop will be from 6:30-8:00 p.m. significance in Anderson, Blount, Campbell, mentoring program is designed to assist at the Rose Center in Morristown (442 Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, communities that could benefit from the W 2nd North St) and will feature a panel Jefferson, Knox, Loudon, Monroe, Morgan, Main Street principles, but may not be that will cover all aspects of local historic Roane, Scott, Sevier, and Union counties. ready for the full regiment of that program. districts, with special focus on small It is governed by a board of directors The next Roadshow stop was Morristown, commercial districts. The workshop is free from all 16 counties and carries out its where we lunched with the city and county and open to the public. Light refreshments mission through a variety of programs and mayors and local developers. Morristown’s will be served. RSVP to egarlington@ encourages community support through “Sky-Walk” (pictured) sparked interesting knoxheritage.org by Wednesday, education and advocacy. Please consider conversations about 1960s trends February 23. Speakers will include Ann making a tax-deductible contribution for towns to compete with suburban Bennett, Knoxville’s Historic Preservation to the program by contacting us at shopping. In Newport, we enjoyed coffee Planner; Lindsay Johnson; and Robert (865) 523-8008 and please become and brownies at the East Tennessee Jarnagin, property owner and Chair of the a member. Coffee Company and again were Dandridge Historic Planning Commission. welcomed by mayors and local leaders. Local historic districts are one of the most For more information, please visit Our tour of the proposed Riverwalk and important tools for communities to protect knoxheritage.org/partnersinthefield.

Preservation field services provided by Knox Heritage are assisted by a Partners in the Field challenge grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The grant is funded nationally by the Robert O. Wilson Charitable Trust. Knox Heritage extends its most sincere thanks to Ambassador & Mrs. Victor Ashe, The Chapman Family Foundation, Clayton Family Foundation, The Cornerstone Foundation, East Tennessee Foundation, and The Haslam Family Foundation for local matching gifts.

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• Vintage wood flooring, trim, and doors reclaimed Committee: Elizabeth from architectural salvage Eason, Lee Ingram, • New electrical wiring and plumbing throughout Sean Martin, Richard • Bathroom and kitchen fixtures that conserve Foster, Robert Marlino, water Arin Streeter, Thomas • A new HVAC system and eco-friendly insulation Ingram, Brad Raines, • CaesarStone quartz countertops in the kitchen Forrest Kirkpatrick, • Low-VOC paint on the interior and exterior Susan Ballard, Michelle • Stylish light fixtures Garlington, Randall De • The yard will be landscaped with native, Ford, Brian Pittman, Emily sustainable and edible plants Hardin, Rick and Jenny • Downtown residential parking available in the Blackburn, and Margaret lot adjacent to the house Ann Jeffries. We also A new wooden staircase and handrail, custom- crafted for the Green House give special thanks The Green House, located at 1011 Victorian Way in to our many generous Fort Sanders (near Laurel Avenue and 11th Street), sponsors, who donated is listed at $369,900. Inquiries should be directed to Kim Trent at cash, materials, and services to make this project affordable. 523-8008. There will be an open house on Saturday, February Please see the full list of Green House sponsors on page 9. 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., open to the general public. Knox Heritage intends to continue its commitment to sustainable The Green House project could not have been accomplished design and construction in future Vintage Homes projects. We without the tireless dedication of the Vintage Homes hope to announce our next restoration very soon!

ARCHITECTURAL SALVAGE: RECLAIMING HISTORY Beth Meadows, Knox Heritage’s Architectural Salvage to see so many creative Coordinator, is excited about what’s in store for the Salvage people convert what most Program this year. She and many generous volunteers spent would think of as trash into 2010 re-vamping the functional or decorative program, which meant items. As a result, KH is organizing our storage hosting an art exhibition on room that holds donated Friday, April 1, from 6:00 historic building materials p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on the and spreading the word. As third floor of the Ziegler a result, people all across Building, 9 Market Square. the region and beyond have Designers and artists will given a second life to these showcase pieces made This table was made by Forrest items that otherwise may with materials from the KH Included in our inventory is Kirkpatrick and Beth Meadows a generous donation of many have been thrown away. Salvage Room. brand-new bathroom fixtures This also means we have from Modern Supply! even more space to accept Finally, we are pleased to announce that the Salvage Room future donations. Whether is now open weekly on Thursday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. you have one historic light fixture or a pile of unwanted vintage to 5:00 p.m. Stop in during these hours to drop off items and flooring, KH will accept these items, providing an alternative to to peruse our collection. You can still make an appointment sending them to the landfill. All donations are tax deductible throughout the week, and check our web site calendar for open and help KH raise money. What a tangible way to support the hours on Saturdays starting in March. work of Knox Heritage and preserve our precious architectural heritage simultaneously! To learn more about the KH Salvage Program or to view a portion of our inventory, visit http://www.knoxheritage.org/ As much as we enjoy seeing salvaged items re-used in a manner node/346. Also, follow us on Facebook to learn about recent similar to their original function, we know this is not always a donations and other important announcements. feasible expectation. Fortunately, there are countless ways to re-purpose historic materials in creative ways. Windows and The Salvage Room is located in the back of the Carriage House, balusters can be combined to make a unique table; a solid wood 1300 North Broadway. To make an appointment, schedule door can be transformed into a headboard; a row of doors can a pick-up, or ask any questions, please contact Beth at create an eye-catching office partition. We have been delighted 865-523-8008 or [email protected].

4 Have a Preservation Story to Tell? Send it to [email protected]. CELEBRATE PRESERVATION MONTH 2010 BALANCE SHEET WITH KNOX HERITAGE

ASSETS Citizens in Knoxville and throughout East Current Assets Tennessee will join thousands of individuals Checking/Savings across the country to celebrate National 1006 · KH Clayton Checking 42,812.47 Preservation Month this May. Since the 1008 · VH Clayton Checking 3,030.83 1010 · JAS Clayton Checking 17,541.01 National Trust for Historic Preservation 1011 · VH American Savings CD 38,915.88 created Preservation Week in 1971 to 1012 · JAS American Savings CD 109,272.49 spotlight grassroots preservation efforts 1013 · KH Clayton MM 84,137.98 in America, it has grown into an annual Total Checking/Savings 295,710.66 celebration observed by small towns and big Accounts Receivable 1100 · Receivables 57,328.66 cities with events ranging from architectural Total Accounts Receivable 57,328.66 and historic tours and award ceremonies, to Other Current Assets fundraising events, educational programs 1160 · Prepaid Expenditures 0.00 and heritage travel opportunities. Due to Total Other Current Assets 0.00 its overwhelming popularity, in 2005, the Total Current Assets 353,039.32 Fixed Assets National Trust for Historic Preservation 1210 · Furniture & Fixtures 7,207.58 extended the celebration to the entire month 1220 · Carriage House Improvements 38,377.74 of May and declared it Preservation Month 1250 · Accumulated Depreciation F & F -7,671.91 to provide an even longer opportunity to 1260 · Accumulated Depreciation - LI -25,105.88 celebrate the diverse and unique heritage 1300 · VH Properties Acquistion 247,051.50 1400 · VH Property Improvements 312,324.27 of our country’s cities and states and enable Total Fixed Assets 572,183.30 more Americans to become involved in the Other Assets growing preservation movement. 1900 · Fiduciary Services 4,161.51 Total Other Assets 4,161.51 Knox Heritage has many events planned TOTAL ASSETS 929,384.13 during Preservation Month, and we hope LIABILITIES & EQUITY Liabilities you’ll be a part of celebrating the importance Current Liabilities of historic preservation in our community! Accounts Payable Here are activities taking place in May, but 2000 · Accounts Payable be sure to check the calendar on page 6 for 2004 · Accounts Payable - Other 3,000.00 2004 · Admiral Farragut 116.49 events throughout the late winter and spring. Total Accounts Payable 3,116.49 • Art & Architecture Tour, May 6, 6 p.m. Other Current Liabilities See fabulous photography and learn about 2052 · UnEarned Membership 3,000.00 the Old City on a guided tour. Be sure to 2100 · 2200 - Payroll Liabilities 0.00 read about the photography contest on Total Other Current Liabilities 3,000.00 page 6. Total Current Liabilities 6,116.49 • Preservation Network, May 14, 10 a.m. Robin Carbaugh of Spacemakers will Long Term Liabilities discuss maximizing closet and storage 2302 · N/P National Trust 199,190.07 space in historic houses (or any house with 2304 · N/P Clayton Bank & Trust 50,647.00 limited storage). Total Long Term Liabilities 249,837.07 • Fragile Fifteen Announcement, May 16, 11 a.m. Total Liabilities 255,953.56 Equity Knox Heritage announces its annual list 3000 · Fund Balance 575,267.30 of the most endangered or threatened 3050 · Temp Restricted N/A 91,874.82 properties in Knox County. Net Income 6,288.45 • Summer Supper in Parkridge, May 21 Total Equity 673,430.57 Our 2011 Summer Suppers begins at TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 929,384.13 the home of Todd Witcher and Cheryl Holcombe, where they will create a memorable evening in their beautiful backyard garden. More details will be announced in the Summer Suppers booklet, which will be mailed to all current $$¢¢$$¢¢$$¢¢$$¢¢$$ members in late April.

Contact us to learn more about becoming a Knox Heritage Preservation Partner. 5 Calling All Photographers: The Fifth Annual Art & Architecture Tour is May 6 Knox Heritage’s popular Art & Architecture within specified boundaries (available on tour based on the winning photographs will Tour returns in 2011 with another contest our web site). Knox Heritage will enter be led throughout The Old City. for local photographers. The featured area photographers’ submissions in a juried this year is The Old City and the north competition, and the winners’ works will be Knox Heritage will accept entries to the end of downtown, which includes many the basis and primary focus of the tour route. photography contest February 1–March 31. photogenic locations along the 100 Block Tickets for the May 6 reception and tour will of Gay Street, on Jackson and Central, the On Friday, May 6, a reception and gallery be available beginning March 1. For more Southern Railway Station, and near the exhibition for the winning photographers and information or to download the contest interstate overpass. Photographers are event attendees will be held at a downtown application, please visit knoxheritage.org. invited to submit photos of places from location. Following the reception, a guided

Calendar of Events View More Events Online at www.knoxheritage.org. When Where What

Thursday, 2/24 The Square Room, Lost & Found: A Lunch Series at The Square Room 11:30 a.m. 4 Market Square William E. Hardy discusses downtown Knoxville’s “Million Dollar Fire” of 1897. Includes a lunch buffet. (behind Café4) RSVP by Feb 18. $12 KH members, $15 non-members. Tickets: knoxheritage.org or 523-8008

Thursday, 2/24 Morristown Rose ETPA Preservation Toolbox: Local Historic Districts FEBRUARY 6:30–8:30 pm Center, 442 2nd Learn about the importance of historic districts, both residential and commercial. FREE. More North Street information on page 3.

Monday, 3/7 East TN History ETPA Announces “Endangered Places” List 11 a.m. Center, 601 S. Gay The ETPA presents its second list of structures and places throughout the East Tennessee region that Street are threatened by demolition, neglect, or insensitive development. FREE.

Saturday, 3/12 Time Warp Tea Room, * Preservation Network: Jennifer Montgomery: Cal Johnson MARCH 10:00 a.m. 1209 N. Central Jennifer will review the life and work of Cal Johnson, Knoxville’s first African-American millionaire.

Thursday, 3/24 Emory Place Members Only Event 6–8 p.m. Knox Heritage members get an exclusive look at renovations of historic buildings on and around Emory Place, just north of downtown. Light refreshments included. Not a member? Join today.

Saturday, 4/9 Time Warp Tea * Preservation Network: Researching Your Historic Home 10 a.m. Room, 1209 N. Knox Heritage’s Hollie Cook reviews the process of searching historic city documents for information Central on your historic home or any building in Knox County.

APRIL Thursday, 4/28 The Murphy Farm Annual Patrons’ Party: The Murphy Farm 6–8 p.m. A thank-you to those who donate $100 or more annually to Knox Heritage. Enjoy the rural setting of the Kevin Murphy’s restored family home in East Knox County.

Friday, 4/29 Summer Supper 2011 On Sale Today! Knox Heritage Members: Watch for your booklet in the mail.

Friday, 5/6 Art & Architecture Tour 6 p.m. More information is at the top of this page.

Thursdays Knox Heritage Architectural Salvage Sale 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Office, 1300 N. Browse through our collection of salvaged architectural pieces such as doors, wood flooring and trim, Saturday, 5/14 Broadway pedestal sinks, light fixtures, and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. MAY Saturday, 4/15 Time Warp Tea Room, * Preservation Network: Robin Carbaugh, Spacemakers 1209 N. Central Robin will discuss maximizing closet and storage space in historic houses (or any house with limited storage).

Monday, 5/16 TBA 2011 Fragile Fifteen Announcement 11 a.m. Knox Heritage announces its list of the most endangered properties and places within Knox County.

* Preservation Network workshops are FREE. Please join us and meet other Knox Heritage members. 6 KH Members Have Access to a New Discussion Forum on Our Web Site. Get Involved! Preservation Briefs

Call for Nominations to the 2011 Fragile Fifteen neighborhoods. Minvilla is an important example of the type of Knox Heritage invites the general public to submit nominations residential community development that occurred in this part of of Knoxville’s and Knox County’s most endangered places or Knoxville. structures to be included in the 2011 Fragile Fifteen. Grants for Vintage Signs in East Tennessee The deadline for receipt If you know of a historic sign that needs repair or maintenance, of nominations is Friday, Knox Heritage has a grant that might be able to help. In August March 11. 2010, JFG Coffee and Knox Heritage announced a new joint initiative called Save Our Signs (SOS). It will help preserve East Each May during National Preservation Month, Knox Heritage Tennessee’s endangered historic signs that add both texture and announces its list of the Fragile Fifteen to educate the public and a sense of place to the community. JFG donated $15,000 to the local leaders about the plight of significant historic resources. The SOS fund through regional sales of JFG coffee. list provides a work plan for the non-profit organization for the next twelve months. Preservation strategies are developed for each site The fund will be administered by Knox Heritage and will cover on the list and can include working with current property owners, Knox County as well as the 15 surrounding counties (Anderson, government officials, citizens and/or potential new owners to Blount, Campbell, Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, preserve these important parts of our community’s heritage. Jefferson, Loudon, Monroe, Morgan, Roane, Scott, Sevier, and Union). Grants will be awarded for the restoration or repair of A nomination form is posted on the Knox Heritage web site historic signs (40+ years old) that meet criteria as outlined in and must be used to submit nominations to the 2011 Fragile the grant application. Knox Heritage will make all decisions Fifteen. Send completed forms to Knox Heritage by mail to regarding allocation of fund resources and selection of projects. Knox Heritage’s 2010 Fragile Fifteen, P.O. Box 1242, Knoxville, TN 37901; by email to [email protected]; or by fax to Applications for SOS grants are now being accepted. For more 865-523-0938. The 2011 Fragile Fifteen will be announced on information about SOS grant and to view the application, please May 16, 2011. visit www.knoxheritage.org/node/537.

Minvilla in National Register of Historic Places Book Published about Oakwood-Lincoln Park On December 20, 2010, Minvilla, at the intersection of Fifth Avenue A new book about a beloved historic neighborhood in Knoxville and Broadway in Knoxville, was listed in the National Register of has been published. Based on research by Paul and Norma Historic Places. Kelley and written by Douglas S. McDaniel, Historic Oakwood and Lincoln Park is a history of this area of North Knoxville from The National Register the early 1800s to the present day. of Historic Places is an inventory, or Highlights include details on the listing, of the places lives of Oakwood-Lincoln Park and buildings that residents such as the pre-Civil War have contributed George Wellington Churchwell, his to the nation’s wife Sophia Moody Park Churchwell history. Inclusion in the National Register requires an extensive and George’s son, Congressman application process, administered through the Tennessee William Montgomery Churchwell; Historical Commission (THC) and involving several drafts and Washington L. Ledgerwood, revisions of a written nomination. The THC’s National Register Speaker of the Tennessee House review board evaluates the final draft of the nomination, and from Oakwood; Daniel Dewine, who if approved it is sent to the National Park Service for review, sought a new hospital for his sick daughter; heroes like Mick approval, and inclusion in the National Register. Weisner, the son of a fireman with the Southern Railway from Burwell Avenue who would become Admiral Maurice Weisner, Knoxville developer H. Clay Bondurant had Minvilla designed by Commander of the U.S. Pacific Command and Vice Chief of the Knoxville architectural firm of Baumann Brothers and built by U.S. Naval Operations; Lieutenant Morris Epps, shot down over the Knoxville construction firm of Brimer and England Brothers Germany during WWII, of the support he received from Emerald in 1913. Minvilla is a representation of middle-class suburban Avenue Methodist Church, and of the support his family now housing that developed in the early twentieth century along gives back to the Emerald Youth Foundation, just to name a few. major streetcar routes in Knoxville. Commercial growth in this part of the city was expanding during this time, resulting in an For more information or to purchase this book online, please visit expanded streetcar system and emerging center city residential www.oakwoodlincolnparkbook.com Join Knox Heritage Members for a Free Preservation Network Workshop Each Month. 7 Preservation Partners 2011

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1 Automatic Periodic Giving 2 Restricted Donations 3 Matching Gifts 4 Bequests/Planned Giving Did you know your In addition to an annual Many businesses match In addition to cash, Knox annual gift can be made membership donation, charitable contributions made Heritage accepts gifts of real automatically once a month give to our J. Allen Smith by their employees. Check estate, stocks, bonds, and life or once a quarter? With Endangered Properties with your company’s human insurance. Other plans such as a PayPal account, your Fund, the Knox Heritage resources department to specific or residuary bequests, membership dues can be Endowment Fund, or the see if your donation can be charitable lead trusts, and automatically charged to ETPA Non-Endowed Fund. increased through charitable remainder trusts a credit card. Automated Learn more about how gift matching. may be right for you. We can payments also may be these resources are used at work with your financial advisor available through your bank. knoxheritage.org. to facilitate these and other giving methods.

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Patterson Susan McGuire Gary & Robin Sexton Tim & Deanna Hill James & Carol & Joseph Pelliccia Patrick McIntyre Henry Shiflett Mary & Dan Holbrook Elizabeth Wall Larry & Carolyn Proctor Carol Merchant Sally C. Sparks Larsen & Adrian Jay John & Natalie L. Robinson Marigail Mullin Otis & Mary Stephens Breese & Connie Wallace John Rosson, Jr. Kim Stephens & John Townsend Kathryn Johnson Ed & Carol Wheeler Kenneth & Patra Rule Ed Owens Jean Wedekind Donna Kerr Jackie Wilson Kim Davis & Fred Sahms Joe Petre Helen Wedekind Phyllis Kramer Jewel L. Tabor & William & Rosemary Pryor David & Mary Wells Stephen & Nancy Land Benefactor David H. Scanlon III Steven & Kendra Rudder Clara M. Williams Bill & Gay Lyons Sam & Mary Anne Beall Jim Scruggs Sandra Sanders Frances Wood Penny Lynch & Jim & Karen Everett Mr. & Mrs. Jim Shelby Jerry Sharp Mul & Carole Wyman Kimbro Maguire Chuck & Linda Lee Bill & Michelle Shory Nick & Gail Showalter 10 Join These Knox Heritage Preservation Supporters Today! K n o x H e r i t a g e M e m b e r s h i p B e n e f i t s If you are not already a member, please fill out the membership form located on the back of this newsletter or visit www.knoxheritage.org and click “Donate or Join Now” for a secure online donation page.

• All Knox Heritage members receive these Standard Station, our fall fundraiser; and 2 gift memberships at the Benefits: Knox Heritage Quarterly newsletters and other Supporter level to share with friends and family. mailed announcements and invitations; access to our • 1791 Heritage Society ($1000–$3499) members online discussion group; Members Only Tours & events; receive all of our standard and Patron benefits, plus a pre- discounted tickets to select KH educational events; sale period to purchase Summer Supper tickets; Historic discounts at participating Vendor Partners businesses; Tennessee, a hardbound coffee table book produced and access to our professional staff for assistance and by Tennessee Preservation Trust; an invitation to attend information. the Major Donors’ Spring Luncheon and Fall Dinner; free • Patron ($100–$249) members receive all of our admission for 2 to all Knox Heritage educational & special standard benefits, plus a 1-year membership in the National events (excluding Summer Suppers); 4 gift memberships Trust for Historic Preservation (new & upgrading members at the Supporter level to share; and your name will be listed only), 2 tickets to the annual Patrons’ Party, and early in every issue of the Knox Heritage Quarterly newsletter. notification of Summer Suppers before the general public. • Ellen McClung Berry Society ($3500+) members • Sustainer ($250–$499) members receive all of receive all of our standard, Patron and 1791 benefits, plus our standard and Patron benefits, plus two sets of KH special recognition in the newsletter and at knoxheritage. postcards featuring scenes from Downtown North (for new org; recognition at select KH events; 2 gift memberships at & upgrading members only). the Patron level to share with family or friends; 2 additional • Benefactor ($500–$999) members receive all of tickets to Cocktails at the Station, our fall fundraiser; a lunch our standard and Patron benefits, plus 2 authentic light with the KH Board President and Executive Director on a bulbs from the iconic JFG sign (for new & upgrading mutually agreeable date; and invitations to private tours members only); free admission for 2 to any of our ticketed of historic buildings and other interesting locales in the Preservation Month events; 2 tickets to Cocktails at the Knoxville area.

Knox Heritage members receive discounts at the following area businesses. (dis) Membership counts Show current member ID to receive discount; one discount per customer. Visit Knox Heritage at www.knoxheritage.org/corp.html for current list.

Who Where What Bliss Home 29 Market Square, 865.673.6711 On your birthday, receive 20% off one item; save up to $100. www.shopinbliss.com Blount Mansion 200 W. Hill Avenue, 865.525.2375, 50% off tours of Blount Mansion Association blountmansion.org Crescent Bend 2728 Kingston Pike $2 off regular admission price House & Gardens 865.637.3163 The Flower Pot 700 S. Gay Street, 865.522.4825 10% off purchases 2314 N. Broadway, 865.523.5121 knoxvilleflowerpot.com Graning Paint 311 N. Broadway, 865.546.4881 5% discount Hanson Gallery 5607 Kingston Pike, 584-6097 10% discount on framing work, up to $100 off entire purchase Hardwood Refinishers 865.405.2310 Ten cents ($0.10) off the per-square-foot price of hardwood floor refinishing, for projects 1000 s.f. or greater Heritage Pest Control 865.525.8900 25% discount for perimeter pest control services, 25% discount for termite & moisture control services, & free inspections May Studios 770 Caney Creek Road, Pigeon Forge Free inspection & evaluation of historic architectural stained or 865.436.3441 leaded glass for possible restoration or repair McClung Museum 1027 Circle Park on the UT Campus 10% discount in gift shop 865.974.2144 http://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu Russell’s Pest Control 865.588.5527 25% discount for termite control and/or $60 per quarter for perimeter pest control services Smoky Mountain 865.633.5122 20% discount & 25% off $2,000 custom work Glassmaster’s Group The Victorian Wood 116 N. Kingston Ave., Rockwood, 10% discount Molding Co. 865.354.8118 West Knoxville Glass 5209 Kingston Pike, 865.588.0486 10% discount www.westknoxvilleglass.com Give a Knox Heritage Membership to a Friend—it’s the Gift that Gives Back. 11 Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Knoxville, Tenn. Permit No. 526

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Knox Heritage Membership Application (Winter 2011) Your membership dues support Knox Heritage programs. Knox Heritage is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Your contribution is tax deductible as allowed by law.

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Signature for Credit Card: Membership Dues *Ellen McClung Berry Society $3,500+ *1791 Heritage Society $1,000–$3,499 (*monthly/quarterly billing available) Benefactor $500–$999 Sustainer $250–$499 Patron $100–$249 Supporter $50–$99 Student (enrolled)/Senior (65+) $25–$49 This is a gift membership for: Name: Address: City: State: ZIP: Please add me as a member of the East Tennessee Preservation Alliance (ETPA), a regional Knox Heritage program serving 16 East Tennessee counties, so I can be notified of ETPA events, programs, and initiatives.

Mail to: Knox Heritage, P.O. Box 1242, Knoxville, TN 37901; fax to (865) 523-0938; or join online at www.knoxheritage.org.