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THE NEWSLETTER OF THE PRESERVATION ALLIANCE FOR GREATER PHILADELPHIA FALL 2011

Philadelphians Honored by Preservation PA

hiladelphia organizations and individuals will receive eight of the nineteen awards that will be presented by EXECUTIVE Preservation Pennsylvania at its annual awards luncheon ceremony to be held on September 30 at the DIRECTOR’S Gettysburg Hotel in Gettysburg, PA. Two additional awards will honor projects in the region. Preservation MESSAGE PPennsylvania’s awards program began in 1979 to recognize significant contributions in the field of historic he Preservation Alliance is cur- preservation made by both individuals and organizations. See the complete winners list, which includes all project partic- rently developing a new strategic ipants, and info on sponsorship and tickets here: www.preservationpa.org/programs/awards/index.php. Tplan to guide our efforts over the coming years. You may have received a The Preservation Alliance congratulates each of the following award winners, many of whom have also received awards request to fill out an online survey, in which from the Alliance. case I hope you did. (The survey is still avail- able online at https://www.surveymonkey. com/s/QTZVK6Q.) Our last strategic plan PHMC Visionary in Preservation was done in 2001-2002 and at that time I served as a consultant to the Alliance to assist Award, Robert A. Jaeger in its development. In fact it was the desire to Sustainability in Historic help implement that plan that led me to Preservation Award: become executive director. Strategic planning is an exercise of trying Wagner Free Institute of Science to look into the future and then figure out how to get there. Right now is an important Project Awards time to do strategic planning, given the eco- nomic difficulties affecting real estate in gen- Single Family eral and most non-profit organizations, but it The Jayne House is at the same time a very difficult period in which to do planning because so many of the John Milner Architects, Inc. things that affect historic preservation are in Multi Family flux. Certain issues that have been of impor- Presser Senior Apartments tance in the past nine years will continue to be important. However, when I think about Bob Jaeger co-founded Partners for Sacred Presser Senior Apartments, LP Places in 1989 and has led its growth and devel- the future of historic preservation in Institutional opment for the past 22 years. PSP is the only Philadelphia I realize that whatever the key national advocate for the sound stewardship Smith Memorial Playground issues are, addressing them effectively will be the task of a next generation, a younger gen- and active community use of America’s older Public religious properties. Through training pro- eration that hopefully cares enough about grams, an information clearinghouse, technical Philadelphia Main Post Office the character of Philadelphia as have others assistance and grants, PSP has served over Brandywine Realty Trust in the past. Nurturing new leaders must 100,000 sacred places across America. Bob has Special Historic Property be a component of our strategic plan. been an active advocate for sacred places in Consequently, in 2012 the Alliance will be Philadelphia, initiating innovative programs to Old Mortality Sculptural Group at Laurel Hill Cemetery launching a mentoring program to support help preserve many of the city’s architectural emerging leaders in historic preservation to masterpieces. He is truly a visionary whose Great hall of the Jayne House Laurel Hill Cemetery Company help meet the challenges of the future what- work has been critical to historic preservation ever it may bring. not only in Philadelphia but across the country. JOHN ANDREW GALLERY Executive Director Gallery Receives Jordan Award leagues, but an even greater honor to receive this award because I admired Henry Jordan so John Andrew Gallery, executive director of much. He was not only an important leader for the Preservation Alliance, is the recipient of Preservation Pennsylvania, but he was very Preservation Pennsylvania’s 2011 Henry A. supportive of the Preservation Alliance and Jordan Award. The award honors Henry A. generously gave me advice and support. Jordan, a former Preservation Pennsylvania However, awards like this only serve to make Board Chairman and life-long supporter of the you conscious of how much of the accomplish- historic preservation movement. In keeping ments attributed to yourself are really the with Henry Jordan’s belief that it is at the local results of the work of others. I would therefore level where real historic preservation occurs, like to acknowledge the support and hard work the award recognizes outstanding historic of the Preservation Alliance board and staff preservation efforts at the local/regional level. who have been instrumental in helping me Future preservation leader? When informed of the award John said: “It’s carry out my preservation dreams over the past a great honor to be recognized by your col- nine years.”

WWW.PRESERVATIONALLIANCE.COM Area Organizations Working to Preserve Historic Resources

The Philadelphia region is fortunate to have many organizations that focus on historic preservation. These range from organizations that are the responsible for one historic house to organizations that offer a variety of programs focused on one aspect of historic preservation. The successful preservation of the region’s historic resources is the result of their dedicated work. To show our appreciation, the Alliance is high- lighting a few of these organizations in this newsletter and intends to highlight others in future newsletters. If your organization would like to be featured in a future newsletter, please contact Holly Keefe at [email protected].

Fairmount Park Historic Preservation Trust ing visitors to see multiple sites in one afternoon. Visitors can Partners for Sacred Places stroll through historic gardens at Wyck and , see The Fairmount Park Historic Preservation Trust preserves the the table where the first protest against slavery in America was historic resources of the Fairmount Park system by providing written at the Germantown Mennonite Historic Trust, and walk investment opportunities for underutilized park properties through short and long-term leasing programs. In addition, the through the home where George Washington stayed during two Trust’s award-winning conservation program provides architec- summers at the . tural conservation services to organizations that steward historic The annual Revolutionary Germantown Festival, scheduled properties in the Fairmount Park system and throughout for October 1, reenacts the Battle of Germantown, fought on October 4, 1777, where the British Army used Cliveden as a fortress against the Continental forces. In addition to reenact- ments at 12pm and 3pm, visitors can view a special exhibition in the Cliveden Carriage house, tour the historic mansion and par- ticipate in family friendly activities at the sites of Historic Germantown, and conclude the day at Grumblethorpe’s annual Oktoberfest, with food and music at the colonial home of the Wister family. For more information about Historic Germantown and upcoming programs, call 215.844.1683 or visit www.freedoms backyard.com. Karl Seifert

Inis Nua Theatre Company performs Dublin by Lamplight at Broad Street Ministry in May 2011. Thomas Mansion, built by George Clifford Thomas in 1869. Partners for Sacred Places is a national, non-sectarian advo- Philadelphia. Some of the well-known landmarks in the Trust’s cate and resource for the sound stewardship and community use family of properties are Valley Green Inn, Fox Chase Farm and of historic churches, meetinghouses, mosques, and synagogues. historic Ridgeland Mansion, home of the Cancer Support With offices in Philadelphia, Chicago and Ft. Worth, Partners has Community. worked with congregations in all 50 states through research, Properties currently available for long-term lease include grants and training. Thomas Mansion, a building unique in character, combining Garden view of Wyck, home to nine generations of the same Quaker family. Through intense surveying of both arts groups and congrega- eclectic Victorian architectural detail with the traditional build- tions within Center City Philadelphia, Partners has found that ing materials of the area. The mansion, situated in Clifford Park congregations will often share their spaces with performing and near the intersection of Walnut Lane and Wissahickon Avenue, Historic Germantown Welcomes New visual arts organizations. This space sharing enhances their min- was constructed by George Clifford Thomas in 1869 and boasts Executive Director istry, accesses new communities, and generates revenue. Partners an almost impossibly cantilevered porch roof, decoratively has promoted these relationships, which strengthen congrega- carved verge boards, and a series of carved animal heads adorn- tions and provide much-needed space to artists hungry for more ing the structure of the entrance hood. Intact decorative details continue throughout the building, including polychrome wood Historic Germantown has appointed Barbara Hogue as its first ever exec- venues and offices. First Baptist Church in Philadelphia was an ideal matchmak- wainscoting, original marble fireplaces and decorative rope utive director. Hogue has a background in the arts and non-profit sector, ing candidate. Constructed in 1899, the building houses a con- moldings. with experience in developing cultural strategies. Originally, Thomas Mansion was surrounded by magnificent gregation that is over 300 years old, a full schedule of addiction- gardens; at its peak, Clifford Park was one of the city’s most David W. Young, head of the Search Committee and executive direc- support groups, and several rooms of underutilized space. Under beautifully landscaped and significant properties. Upon tor at Cliveden, believes that “her role in producing the Richmond Arts Partners’ guidance, First Baptist met with Off-Broad Street, a consortium of mid-size theatre companies, to talk about con- Thomas’ death in 1907, the mansion and gardens were and Dance Festivals in London, as well as the launching of her own arts- bequeathed to Fairmount Park. Thomas Mansion is eligible for verting some of the congregation’s space into long-term office based agency ARTwork, reflects an entrepreneurial spirit and commit- listing on the National Register of Historic Places and for his- and performance space. toric preservation tax credits. Preferred uses for the mansion and ment to collaboration much needed in Germantown.” Kevin Glaccum, director of Azuka Theatre and member of grounds are office, institutional or possibly a bed and breakfast. Since her appointment in May, Hogue has been working to increase Off-Broad Street, called the new relationship “synergistic.” First Baptist’s pastor, Reverend Peter Wool, said, “We see a limited Future lessees will enjoy all the benefits of a lush visibility and find new ways to attract visitors to Germantown. Hogue park setting and fantastic Victorian detailed interiors with close range of what can be done with our building, but [Off-Broad] proximity to downtown Philadelphia. explains, “The neighborhood is home to a rich and diverse history. sees opportunity.” A strong relationship is taking shape, with The Trust has additional properties available in the Through our efforts, we are committed to protecting, preserving and pro- architects engaged in the planning and Partners facilitating dis- cussions over the terms of a covenant. Wissahickon section of Fairmount Park—an early 1800s build- moting these fine cultural assets to an ever-widening public.” ing in Historic RitttenhouseTown and the Hermitage, a mid- Prior to this, Partners collaborated with CultureWorks Greater 1800s mansion located near the Walnut Lane Golf Course. Philadelphia to examine the relationship between arts and con- To visit Thomas Mansion or any of the Trust’s available prop- gregations and look for points of overlap in both groups’ needs. erties please contact Lucy Strackhouse, executive director, at The study, funded by the Barra Foundation, found potential to 267.297.0125 or [email protected] establish a more formal process for matching arts groups with or go to www.fairmountparktrust.org for more information. worship communities. A successful program will create long- term lease agreements through training and effective matchmak- Historic Germantown ing using a database that will formalize and inform future part- Historic Germantown is a consortium of 15 historic and cul- nerships. tural attractions nestled in the Northwest section of Partners has secured additional funding from Barra and the Philadelphia. The individual sites each document over four cen- Connelly Foundation that will help realize these efforts and pro- turies through homes and historic landscapes. Highlights mote more of these partnerships. Partners is gearing up to help include a stop on the Underground Railroad, the site of the congregations and arts organizations establish strong, long-term, Battle of Germantown, a Victorian mansion and the first paper Productions World Dave Lamm, Primitive sustainable and mutually-beneficial space-sharing relationships. mill in America. Barbara Hogue, executive director of Historic Germantown For more information, contact Karen DiLossi, Arts in From May to October, the sites of Historic Germantown are Sacred Places Director, at 215.546.1146 x4 or kdilossi@sacred open from 1-4pm on the second Saturday of the month, allow- places.org or visit www.sacredplaces.org.

2 preservation matters fall 2011 WWW.PRESERVATIONALLIANCE.COM continued from page 2 Vital Neighborhoods Initiative Summer Update Lower Merion Conservancy The Lower Merion Conservancy is a membership-driven community non-profit that works to preserve the natural and built environment of Lower Merion and Narberth. Through education, advocacy and research, the organization promotes collective responsibility for these shared resources. The Lower Merion Conservancy was formed in September 1995, when the Lower Merion-Narberth Watershed Association merged with the Lower Merion Preservation Trust. Like the Preservation Alliance, the Conservancy is proud to be a National Trust State and Local Partner. These first-ring suburbs saw their strongest period of devel- opment in the late-19th/early-20th century in the form of small but substantial commuter communities tied to Philadelphia by the Pennsylvania Railroad. Much of Lower Merion Township and Narberth Borough were built out at that time. The Township was among the earlier municipalities to adopt preser- vation measures, and it successfully created several historic dis- [Left] 50th and Chancellor, before (left) and after. [Right] Councilwoman Blackwell, Senator Hughes and John Gallery with Walnut Hill Community Association tricts and listed thousands of individual buildings to its Historic board members at the garden ribbon cutting. Resources Inventory. However, although no less dedicated, for a variety of reasons the Township’s preservation activity has his summer eleven neighborhoods were busy at work Lenape and William Penn. These are the first of a series of light slowed in recent years. implementing projects funded by the Preservation wheels proposed for Girard Avenue that will highlight various The Conservancy has been able to provide essential assistance TAlliance’s Vital Neighborhoods Initiative. The three lev- historical and industrial periods of the neighborhood. to the municipality by working to designate new historic dis- els of grants awarded through the Vital Neighborhoods Initiative The Yorktown neighborhood received a $30,000 Vital tricts, updating the Township’s Historic Resources Inventory, provided a platform for a diverse range of projects. The following Neighborhoods grant to revitalize its largest courtyard, located at and partnering with many organizations (including the is a summary of some the projects. 12th and Thompson Streets. The concept plan was conceived by Alliance) to preserve resources, from specific buildings to The Walnut Hill Community Association received a Vital Synterra Ltd., a minority owned landscape and architecture firm historic cast-metal street signs. A semi-annual Historic Preser- Neighborhoods grant of $11,700. The WHCA partnered with The that offered its services pro-bono. With the guidance of commu- vation Lecture Series illustrates the work of noted architects, Enterprise Center to clean and green two vacant lots located at nity members and adjacent property owners, Synterra Ltd. opens homes from grand mansions to small bungalows to curi- 50th and Chancellor and 208 South 50th Street. Community res- designed a two-phase project. The first phase will be implement- ous eyes, walks through neighborhoods, and broadens perspec- idents and gardeners participated in three days of cleaning and ed with Vital Neighborhoods Initiative funding this fall and will tives on both preservation and the concept of “historic.” One of planting for both lots. Raised planting beds, walking paths and feature rain gardens, indigenous plantings and new benches. The the Conservancy’s proudest achievements was the 2010 Historic benches were designed and installed in both gardens. All labor second phase, slated to begin in the spring of 2012, will be imple- Preservation Best Practices White Paper, a consideration of local was performed by residents of the Walnut Hill neighborhood. mented by the Philadelphia Water Department’s Green Streets preservation issues, a statewide survey of preservation approach- The gardens were officially opened to the public with a ribbon Initiative. es and a list of possible actions. The White Paper has been cutting ceremony during the Annual Walnut Hill Community In Fairmount, the Bache-Martin Home & School Association absorbed by Lower Merion Township into its Comprehensive Day in July. State Senator Vincent Hughes, Councilwoman Jannie partnered with the Fairmount CDC to complete a Community Plan. Blackwell, Preservation Alliance staff, Walnut Hill residents, fam- Design Collaborative Service Grant awarded through the Vital For more information about the Lower Merion Conservancy, ilies and friends came out to celebrate a day of musical acts, activ- Neighborhoods Initiative. The grant was used to conceive ways to contact Lori Salganicoff, Historic Preservation Director, at Lori@ ities for kids and the grand opening of the new gardens. All the revitalize, green, and create cohesion between two historic school Dragonfly.org or 610.645.9030 x104. garden plots are now being cultivated by members of the Walnut buildings at 22nd and Brown Streets, adjacent to Eastern State Hill community. Penitentiary. The six-month planning period, driven by volunteer Rebuilding Together Philadelphia contributed to the momen- design professionals and residents, yielded a three phase concep- tum in Walnut Hill by using a Vital Neighborhoods Initiative tual plan that will be used as a basis for fundraising and as a build- grant of $5,000 for façade improvements to help five homeown- ing block to implement the specific concepts identified. ers repair windows and porches, both significant features of the Look for neighborhood identity banners next time you’re in neighborhood. Homeowners were required to work alongside Wynnefield, Holmesburg or Walnut Hill! All three neighborhoods volunteers during the four workdays. displayed their pride by installing resident-designed banners In Fishtown, the New Kensington CDC has been working with throughout their neighborhood with the support of Vital community members to design illuminated light wheels that will Neighborhoods Initiative grants. be installed at the intersection of Girard and Columbia Avenues For more information about the Vital Neighborhoods with a $30,000 Vital Neighborhoods grant previously awarded by Initiative and a complete list of grants awarded by the NeighborhoodsNow. The two wheels proposed for this intersec- Preservation Alliance in 2011, please visit www.preservation- Wynnewood’s English Village, a 1920’s enclave of Tudor-style twin and single homes, was preserved as a local historic district in 2010 as part of the tion will depict renderings from the 1600’s of Lenape Indian alliance.com/programs/vital-neighborhoods.php. Historic Neighborhoods Initiative, funded by the William B. Dietrich Foundation. walking trails and the “Treaty Elm” and peace treaty signed by the

Having come from a traditional academic humanities pro- gram (the rest of the year I am a doctoral student in history at Samuel S. Fels Intern in Community Temple University), this summer was in many ways a proper introduction to historic preservation and the work that it entails. Service Assists with Easements The easement program is merely one aspect of work conducted by the Alliance but it is an important one. On the list of ease- by Patrick Grossi ment properties are numerous examples of iconic Philadelphia architecture, from modest mid-nineteenth century three story preservation easement is With a summer internship grant from the Samuel S. Fels Fund row homes to towering Art Deco masterworks. The project one of the easiest ways I was brought on to update inspections of the Alliance’s easement afforded me quiet, pleasant walks through some of the city’s Aowners can protect the properties. I was also tasked with modernizing the Alliance’s most inviting neighborhoods and corridors. But inspections can historic character of their proper- database management system with an eye toward improved also be taxing. They require meticulous attention to detail and in ties. The Preservation Alliance for usability for both staff and the property owners with whom the the midst of an historically hot summer, posed something of a Greater Philadelphia has accepted Alliance corresponds. challenge. I also tended to invite suspect looks and sidelong easements since its formative years In its simplest terms, a preservation easement is a legal agree- glances from passersby. Standing out on the street, clipboard as the Philadelphia Historic Preser- ment between a property owner and a non-profit or governmen- and pen in hand as I carefully surveyed the side of a building, I Fels intern Patrick Grossi vation Corporation (some of the tal organization specializing in historic preservation. In exchange probably appeared rather suspicious. inspects a building. organization’s earliest easement for a one-time charitable tax deduction and a modest steward- One of the most enjoyable aspects of the job however was the donations still bear the seal of ship fee, the property owner is assured that his home or invest- discovery of buildings and residential pockets entirely new to PHPC). Today the Preservation Alliance holds 226 easements, ment property will be responsibly monitored and protected in me. As a resident of the city for eight years this was a real joy. mostly in and around Philadelphia, though there are a select few perpetuity. The owner essentially agrees to allow review and Architecture, like history, has its own language. It is a way of see- on properties in western Pennsylvania, northern New Jersey, approval of changes to the property’s exterior while continuing ing and I don’t know that I’ll ever look at my city, or any city for Maryland and Connecticut. to be responsible for yearly maintenance. that matter, quite the same way again.

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Endangered Property Updates Mount Moriah Cemetery (listed 2005) Preservation Alliance members were among the hundreds of vol- unteers who attended the first two clean-up days this summer at HELP SAVE HISTORY! Mount Moriah Cemetery, organized by the City of Philadelphia and the Friends of Mount Moriah to combat the neglect, vandal- ism, illegal dumping, and severe overgrowth which has plagued the historic, 380-acre site for decades. Additional clean-up days Nominations now being accepted will be held September 10 and October 8 while the City pursues for 2011 Endangered Properties legal options against the cemetery’s absentee owners, hoping to identify a new caretaker for the site. For more infor- List mation and to participate in future volunteer efforts, visit Independence Seaport Museum technicians applying a patch to the hull of the www.friendsofmountmoriahcemetery.org. he Philadelphia region is rich in history, but all Olympia. Photo courtesy the Independence Seaport Museum. T too often we lose our historic resources to Cruiser Olympia (Listed 2009-2010) demolition and neglect, severing our ties to the past and robbing future Philadelphians of unique and Interim repairs to the deteriorated steel hull of the Olympia have succeeded in keeping the famed Spanish-American War flagship authentic places. Every year, the Preservation Alliance afloat while the Independence Seaport Museum, the National identifies the region’s most threatened buildings in Park Service, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum order to celebrate their irreplaceable value and Commission and the U.S. Navy continue their search for a new promote the efforts of those working to save them. caretaker for the ship. In July, museum staff applied a 16-foot steel and rubber patch to an area of the hull riddled with rust holes. If you know of a threatened historic resource that The work was performed at low tide, a three-hour window when should be recognized, nominate it to our the ship, which has not been in dry dock since 1945, actually rests 2011 Endangered Properties List. Don’t wait until it’s on the Delaware River bed. Currently, organizations from Philadelphia, Baltimore, San too late. Applications can be found online at Francisco and South Carolina are preparing applications to http://www.PreservationAlliance.com/advocacy/ receive the ship. Officials hope to announce a new home for the endangeredform.php, or email endangered@preser- Olympia by late 2012. The National Trust for Historic vationalliance.com or call 215.546.1146 x5 for more Preservation has established the USS Olympia National Fund for Volunteers clean up historic Mt. Moriah Cemetery. donations to the ship; funds will be used for future emergency information. Applications are due Friday, October 14. repairs, awarded to the ship’s next caretaker, or if one cannot be Edison High School (listed 2004) found, to documentation and preservation of artifacts from the A four-alarm fire on August 3 caused extensive damage to the ship. More information is available at www.preservation former Edison High School at 7th Street and Lehigh Avenue in nation.org/travel-and-sites/sites/northeast-region/the-uss- . Though already slated for demolition as part olympia.html. of a shopping center redevelopment at the site, the fire is a trou- bling reminder that many significant buildings across the city Church of the Assumption (listed 2009) are, like Edison, abandoned and havens for vandals, squatters, On May 17, on the very afternoon that the Callowhill Neighbor- and scrappers. The cause of the fire is under investigation and is hood Association received a Preservation Alliance Community being treated as suspicious. The School District of Philadelphia, Action Award for their work to save the embattled Church of the which closed the school in 2002, sold the property in June to Assumption, the Philadelphia Board of Licenses and Inspections Mosaic Development Partners L.L.C. and Orens Bros. Real Estate Review announced their unanimous decision overturning the Inc. An $11 million shopping center and senior housing complex Philadelphia Historical Commission’s earlier demolition is still planned for the site. approval. In June, building owner Siloam Inc. announced it would appeal the L&I decision to Commonwealth Court, but on August 16 decided to put the entire three-building church com- plex on the market. Advocates for the historic church are hopeful New Additions to the Philadelphia Register that these developments will encourage a prospective new buyer PSFS South Broad Branch, 2001 S. Broad Street** (Mellor, to emerge. Meigs & Howe, 1924) 26th District Police Headquarters (listed 2006) PSFS Branch, 15 S. 52nd Street** (Mellor, Vacant since the 1980s, this former John Windrim-designed police Meigs & Howe, 1926) station will soon be reborn. In August, the Philadelphia Historical Rosenbaum Bank, 603 S. 3rd Street (Magaziner & Potter, 1907) Commission approved plans by VLBJR Architects to convert the Fleer House, 615 W. Hartwell Lane (Montgomery & Bishop, Fishtown landmark into a nine-unit condominium with ground- 1959) floor commercial space. The sensitive redevelopment will include *Alliance-nominated historically appropriate wood windows and doors and complete **Alliance-assisted nomination masonry restoration. The project eases fears that the building, list- The Preservation Alliance provides technical assistance to ed on both the Philadelphia and National registers of historic individuals and community organizations seeking protection for places, would succumb to demolition by neglect. buildings, sites and districts via listing on the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places. Over the past nine years the Alliance has nominated or assisted in nominating over 1,200 properties to The PSFS North Philadelphia Branch, as illustrated in the 1927 T-Square the Philadelphia Register. Yearbook. Photo courtesy of the Philadelphia Historical Commission. Anyone can nominate a historic resource for listing on the Register, which is administered by the Philadelphia Historical n the past few months the Philadelphia Historical Commission. Listing on the register can prevent inappropriate Commission has approved nominations to add six build- alteration or demolition. Copies of the Alliance’s nomination Iings to the Philadelphia Register, many of which were nom- how-to guide, along with examples of successful recent nomina- inated by or with the assistance of the Preservation Alliance. tions, are available online at http://www.preservationalliance. These include: com/advocacy/library.php or in hard copy by contacting advoca- Family Court Interiors, 1801 Vine Street* (John T. Windrim [email protected]. Advocacy Director Ben Leech and William R.M. Keast, 1941) is available to answer any questions about the nomination PSFS Lehigh Branch, 1025 W. Lehigh Avenue** (Mellor, Meigs process and designation standards at 215.546.1146 x5 or 26th District Police Headquarters, 2136 E. Dauphin Street. & Howe, 1924) [email protected].

4 preservation matters fall 2011 WWW.PRESERVATIONALLIANCE.COM project completed with a private developer in the city, and created a neighborhood of single- Yorktown Historic Resource family homes to provide new opportunities for African American families in North Survey Completed Philadelphia. Philadelphia leaders such as Rev. Leon Sullivan, Rev. William Gray, Jr., Robert N.C. Nix, and Ed Bacon were instru- This survey, and its accompanying historical mental in Yorktown’s creation and design. narrative, documents the history and physical Philadelphia developer and Lincoln National integrity of this North Philadelphia neighbor- Bank founder, Norman Denny, built hood and provides a basis for further projects Yorktown, completing the first homes in 1961 such as an historical marker or a National and the last in 1969. Register district nomination. Today, the Yorktown community continues The Preservation Alliance partnered with to celebrate its history with activities such as the Yorktown Community Organization and an annual Yorktown Day held each August. received a project grant from the Pennsylvania The community is also planning for its future Historical and Museum Commission under with the completion of the Master Plan 2015 its “Preserving and Interpreting African and selection as a Vital Neighborhood earlier American Heritage in Pennsylvania” program this year. to conduct the survey. The survey recorded the The Yorktown survey was also funded character-defining features of this “suburban in part with federal funds from the National Residents celebrate Yorktown Day in August. [Front, L to yet urban” neighborhood. Yorktown, with Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior, R] Mary McCrea, YCO President Veda Floyd, Lillian clusters of two and three story row houses and administrated by the Pennsylvania Green; [back] Valerie Waller, Myron Kinsey, Fred Tookes. around cul-de-sacs represented a shift away Historic Preservation Office, Department from the high-rise apartments being built in of Environmental Protection. Preservation By 1963, the developers of Yorktown had sold all he Preservation Alliance, in coopera- cities in the 1960s. Design Partnership, LLC of Philadelphia lead homes in the first phase and had begun the sec- tion with Yorktown community Yorktown was a milestone in civil rights, the survey project team which included Emily ond phase of the new North Philly community. The first residential blocks were bounded by 11th, 12th, organizations, completed a historic fair housing practices, and community-based T. Cooperman, PhD, architectural historian, T Master, and Thompson Street. Photo courtesy of resource survey this summer as part of the development in Philadelphia, the state and and Judy Peters, geographical information Temple University Libraries, Urban Archives, 50th anniversary of the Yorktown community. even the nation. It was the first urban renewal systems and database coordinator. Philadelphia, PA

Your Advocacy Dollars at Work We are pleased to announce that our summer Advocacy Appeal was a great success. Our members and supporters responded in a most generous way. Thank you very much to those who have donated, listed below. The Preservation Alliance’s recent advocacy triumphs, includ- ing the designation of the interiors of the Family Court Building were made possible by the Advocacy Fund. Advocacy is at the heart of what we do, but we need your help to carry on with our work.

THANK YOU!

Mr. Thomas S. Ambler Mr. James Fennell Barbara and Jerry Kaplan Susan O. and Edward A. Montgomery, The Lee F. & Phoebe A. Driscoll Ms. Janet M. Andereck Mr. J.D. Fidler Stephen Kaufman and Sydelle Zove Jr. Foundation Mr. Carl Balis Ms. Mary Jane Fischer Mr. Emanuel Kelly FAIA Ms. Winnifred K. Morrow Mr. Andrew Trackman and Family Mr. Stephen Bartlett Dodi Fordham and Sam Howe Mr. James Nelson Kise and Ms. Nancy Moses Mr. Frank Vagnone Ms. Suzanna E. Barucco Mr. and Ms. Tuomi Forrest Ms. Sarah L.O. Smith Drs. Roger Moss and Gail Winkler Mr. Robert Venturi and Ms. Denise Scott Brown Mr. George P. Bassett Ms. Lynn D. Gallagher Ms. Janet S. Klein Mr. Jim Mullen Voith & Mactavish Architects Mr. Roy Bernat Ms. Alice M. George Ms. Nancy D. Kolb Mr. Jason R. Nathan Mrs. Evelyn S. Kritchevsky Eliot Nierman, MD and Bonnie Mr. Richard W. Weeks and Mr. John Mr. Paul T. Bockenhauer George Woodward Co. G. McClafferty Kurtz Construction Co. Nierman Ms. Ursula Bucki Mr. Stephen Anthony Geraci Mr. Kenneth Weinstein Ms. Britt Levy Ms. Marita S. Osborne CPM Miss Jeanne S. Buerkel Mr. Jonathan Goldstein Mr. Oliver P. Williams Ms. Fran Levy Ms. Patricia Patterson Mr. and Mrs. Carter Buller Mr. and Mrs. G. Davis Greene Willie/Fetchko Graphic Design Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Levy EFAIA Steven J. Peitzman MD Miriam and Peter Burwasser Ms. Prema Katari Gupta Window Repairs & Restoration, LLC Mrs. Cecily Littleton Ms. Judith A. Peters Ms. Philippa H. Campbell Murray and Jeanne Halfond Mrs. Lorle P. Wolfson Ms. Elizabeth Maffey Dr. Charles B. Peterson Campbell Thomas & Co. Ms. Phyllis Halpern Ms. Hope F. Yaffe Mr. Henry J. Magaziner EFAIA Mr. and Mrs. Paul E. Pickering Mr. Anthony P. Checchia Mr. Marshall Hamilton Dr. Randy J. Zauhar Mr. Vincent Maiello AIA Ms. Anne L. Prosseda Mr. Chris Clifford Ms. Donna Ann Harris Mr. and Mrs. Andrew S. Margolis Ms. Laura M. Randar Cloud Gehshan Associates Mr. Henry G. Hart Jr. Theodore and Margaret Armstrong Marian Anderson Historical Society List complete as of Ms. Mary K. Cole Mr. Gregory M. Harvey Robb Martin Jay Rosenblum, AIA & August 25, 2011. Ms. Emily T. Cooperman Ms. Patricia Haviland Associates Mr. and Mrs. Mark R. Sellers Mrs. Patricia Cregan Mr. David Hollenberg Masonry Preservation Group, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Gary S. Shaber MD Mr. Harrington E. Crissey Jr. Mr. Francis J. Hughes Mr. Robert McCauley Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Shearer Mrs. Katrina Stonorov Daly Timothy and Aurora Hughes Mr. John McDonald and Ms. Ms. Priscilla Snelling Mrs. Helen B. Desher Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Hyndman Jr. Bernadette Dlugokecki Mr. and Mrs. Sam L. Spear Ms. Clarissa Dillon Mr. Louis A. Iatarola Michael Singer, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. David Stevens Mr. John P. Dougherty Ms. Doris E. Italiano Ms. Amy Miller Ms. Rebecca Stoloff Mr. Shawn Evans Jeffrey A. Miller Catering Co. Mr. and Mrs. Philippus Miller, Jr. Ms. Kira Strong Mrs. Donald L. Felley K & A Appraisal Company Dr. Randall M. Miller Mr. and Ms. Kevin F. Telford

WWW.PRESERVATIONALLIANCE.COM fall 2011 preservation matters 5 Pride Of Place Workshops

eginning in the fall of 2011, the Preservation Alliance is launching the Pride of Place pro- gram, a new initiative of workshops and grants to encourage community organizations to Bdiscover and celebrate the historic resources of their neighborhood. Pride of Place is intended to assist the Alliance in creating an inventory of historic resources throughout the city from a grass roots neighborhood perspective and help prepare community organizations for work- ing with the Philadelphia City Planning Commission on the development of District Plans. In June the City Planning Commission adopted a Citywide Vision as part of the process of devel- oping the 2035 Comprehensive Plan. The Vision statement outlined goals and objectives for his- toric preservation along with many other issues. At the same time, the Planning Commission began the process for what will eventually be eighteen District Plans, each applying elements of the Vision statement to specific areas of the city. District Plans have been started for Lower A Sense of Place: Preserving Philadelphia’s Neighborhoods and for West Park (West Philadelphia along City Line Avenue) with the expectation that three to four plans will be completed each year over the next five years. 2011 Citywide Conference for Philadelphia Neighborhood Leaders The Preservation Alliance believes that the creation of the District Plans represents an important opportunity to include the preservation of historic resources and neighborhood character in the City’s public policies. To help achieve that goal, the Alliance will be piloting a workshop series and Friday, October 21, 2011 | 8:30am–3:30pm grants program for community organizations that will be participating in District Plans in 2012. Temple University The first workshop will provide an overview of historic preservation in Philadelphia with a Student Faculty Center, 3340 N. Broad Street description of agencies and organizations, preservation laws and sources of information and sup- port. The workshop will also provide information on the Alliance’s updated guidebook, How to Look at Your Neighborhood, and will describe how to implement the exercises and analysis in the MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Neighborhood organizations and leaders from through- guide. A central feature of the exercises is the creation of a map and an inventory of community landmarks and historic resources with special meaning to the community and identifying any por- out Philadelphia are invited to convene for the Preservation Alliance’s 2011 city- tions of the neighborhood that might be considered as an historic district. wide conference focusing on historic preservation in neighborhoods. Participants At the second workshop, participating community leaders will present the information that they will have the opportunity to expand their understanding of the important role of gathered and discuss potential projects that celebrate the historic character of their neighborhood. To support these projects and to encourage participation in the workshops, the Alliance will preservation in neighborhood stabilization/revitalization, learn about successful also offer $60,000 in grants ranging in size from $1,000 to $5,000 for neighborhood preservation- examples from local communities and meet with representatives of the non-prof- oriented projects. it and governmental organizations that are playing an active role in these efforts. The workshops will be open to interested neighborhoods, but priority will be given to represen- The conference will also feature information about applying for a 2011 tatives of neighborhood organizations located in the 2012 District Plan areas. For information about the workshop schedule or eligibility for grants contact Patrick Hauck, Director of Neighborhood Preservation Project Grant! Neighborhood Preservation, at [email protected] or 215.546.1146 x4. Visit www.PreservationAlliance.com for more details or contact Melissa Jest, Neighborhood Preservation Program Coordinator at 215.546.1146 x6 or melissa Architectural Walking Tours @preservationalliance.com. The Preservation Alliance’s award-winning guided walking tours continue through the end of October. Reservations not required unless otherwise noted. Rain or shine. $5 Preservation Alliance members | $10 General public

Learn How to Care for September 3, Sat. 10am September 17, Sat. 10am October 1, Sat. 10am Driveway entrance to Littlest Streets Fitler Square Underground Philadelphia: South of South University Museum, 3260 Your Historic Home Center of Fitler Square, 23rd Subways, Railways & Stations Front of Lava Cafe, 2100 South St. & Pine Sts. Angel statue, main concourse South Street October 16, Sun. 2pm he Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia is pleased to announce the next September 3, Sat. 2pm near east entrance of 30th St. October 1, Sat. 2pm Jewish Immigrant in our ongoing series of free workshops for owners, and aspiring owners, of Skyscrapers Old & New Station City Hall to City Hall Philadelphia T historic homes. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the best prac- North Portal, City Hall, N. $15 admission, advance regis- NE corner, 5th & Chestnut In front of tices for the restoration and maintenance of older and historic homes. Broad St. & JFK Blvd. tration required at Sts. Synagogue, 418 Spruce St. These workshops are free and open to the public, but reservations are required. To September 4, Sun. 10am http://www.preservationallian October 2, Sun. 10am October 22, Sat. 10am reserve a space, or for more information, please contact Melissa Jest, Neighborhood Diamond Street Historic ce.com/store/home.php Classical Philadelphia Bankers’ Heaven: Architecture Preservation Program Coordinator, at 215.546.1146 x6 or melissa@preservation District September 17, Sat. 2pm Penna. Hospital Gate, Pine St. & Finance In Philadelphia alliance.com. Rite Aid, N. Broad Street. & Classical Philadelphia between 8th & 9th Sts. East entrance to Bourse Susquehanna Ave. Penna. Hospital Gate, Pine St. October 2, Sun. 2pm Building, 111 S. 4th St. Don’t miss this great chance to meet the conservation staff of the Fairmount Park September 4, Sun. 2pm between 8th & 9th Sts. Society Hill Stroll October 22, Sat. 2pm Historic Preservation Trust who will present these popular demonstration work- Benjamin Franklin Parkway September 18, Sun. NE corner, 2nd & Spruce Sts. Old City 10am shops! Fairmount Park Welcome October 8, Sat. 10am Benches on N. 2nd St. at Center, 16th & JFK Blvd. Society Hill Stroll West Elfreth’s Alley September 10, Sat. 10am NE corner, 2nd & Spruce Sts. Pool in center of Rittenhouse October 23, Sun. 10am “Hands On” Demonstration Workshops Up and Over the Ben Franklin September 18, Sun. 2pm Square Skyscrapers Old & New In Southwest Center City Bridge Jewish Philadelphia in October 8, Sat. 2pm North portal, City Hall, N. Shiloh Baptist Church, 2040 Christian Street, Philadelphia In front of St. George’s United Colonial Times Victorian Philadelphia West of Broad St. & JFK Blvd. Methodist Church, N. 4th & Benches at Elfreth’s Alley at Broad October 23, Sun. 2pm Tuesday, September 13 Tuesday, September 27 New Sts. N. 2nd St. steps of the Bellevue, 200 S. Society Hill Stroll 6:30pm 6:30pm $15 admission includes return September 24, Sat. 10am Broad St. NE corner, 2nd & Spruce Sts. Masonry and Pointing Weatherizing Your Historic Home trip from Camden on PATCO University of Pennsylvania October 9, Sun. 10am October 29, Sat. 10am Learn appropriate mortar mixes, re-pointing Learn about weather-stripping and insulation September 10, Sat. 2pm Driveway entrance to Gilded Age & Center Square techniques and how to care for your historic and other tips for keeping your heating bill Post-Industrial City: Callowhill University Museum, 3260 Steps of the Bellevue, 200 Fairmount Park Welcome masonry structure. at bay. West District South St. S. Broad St. Center, 16th & JFK Blvd. Starbucks, 19th & Callowhill September 24, Sat. 2pm October 9, Sun. 2pm October 29, Sat. 2pm Tuesday, September 20 Tuesday, October 4 Sts. Gilded Age Philadelphia Ben Franklin’s Philadelphia Avenue of the Arts 6:30pm 6:30pm September 11, Sun. Steps of the Bellevue, 200 S. Entrance to Franklin Court, In front of PA. Academy of Historic Wood Windows Flat Plaster Repairs and Interior 10am Broad St. 312-22 Market St. Fine Arts, 128 N. Broad St. Learn basic repair and re-glazing techniques Finishes Media (Delaware County) September 25, Sun. October 15, Sat. 10am October 30, Sun. 10am 10am to keep your windows in good working order. Learn techniques for repairing flat plaster, In front of Delaware County Around Washington Square Historic North Central Girard Estate appropriate interior paint options and how Court House, Front St. & Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Delaware Waterfront Statue of Stephen Girard, Courthouse Square center of Washington Square 2nd & Market Sts. along to hang wallpaper. Girard Park, 21st & Shunk September 11, Sun. 2pm October 15, Sat. 2pm benches next to Christ Church Sts. Fishtown Littlest Streets Fitler Square September 25, Sun. 2pm October 30, Sun. 2pm statue of William Penn, Penn Center of Fitler Square, 23rd Victorian Washington Square Spruce Hill Victoriana Treaty Park, N. Delaware Ave. & Pine Sts. West In front of University City Arts at Columbia October 16, Sun. 10am NW corner, 9th & Spruce Sts. League, 4226 Spruce St. University of Pennsylvania

6 preservation matters fall 2011 WWW.PRESERVATIONALLIANCE.COM New Officers and Directors Elected Preservation Awards Luncheon

n May, the Preservation Alliance Board of Directors elected five new members: Suzanna E. IBarucco, Thomas D. Cestare, Prema Gupta, Barbara J. Kaplan and Robert Powers. Another Success Suzanna Barucco is Director of Historic Preservation at KSK Architects Planners and Historians. She has extensive experience in interpreting and applying the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation as well as in architectural conservation. Her work has included historic structure reports, architectural and conservation assessments, preservation plans and National Register nom- inations. Suzanna’s Philadelphia projects include the Spring Garden Revitalization Project, the Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial, and the Johnson House Historic site. Suzanna is also vice chair of the Haverford Township Historical Commission. Thomas D. Cestare is chief financial officer and executive vice president of Beneficial Mutual Bancorp, a diversified financial services company whose principal subsidiary is Beneficial Bank. Tom is responsible for the overall operation of the Bank and partners with the CEO in development and implementation of the Bank’s strategic plan. He was previously executive vice president of Sovereign Bancorp and prior to that was a partner at KPMG. Prema Gupta is Director of Planning and Economic Development for the University City District where she coordinates programs for public space improvement, business attraction and retention and transportation management. She previously worked at the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation as a real estate manager and was scholar in residence at the Urban Land Institute in Washington DC. Prima has a masters degree in historic preservation and a certificate in real estate design and development from the University of Pennsylvania School of Design and Wharton School. Barbara J. Kaplan was executive director of the Philadelphia City Planning Commission from 1983 to 2000, after holding various positions there starting in 1974. As executive director, she was the City Planning Commission’s representative on the Historical Commission and also served on the board of the Philadelphia Historic Preservation Corporation (the Alliance’s predecessor) from 1983 to 1995. Barbara continues to be active in a number of civic organizations including the Center for Literacy of which she is past chair, and the AIA Community Design Collaborative. Robert Powers is the president of Powers & Company, Inc., a national consulting firm that spe- cializes in the preservation and conservation of historic structures. Bob is an expert on the inter- pretation and application of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. He has consulted on National Register and tax incentive issues on many notable buildings in Philadelphia including the PSFS Building (Loews Philadelphia Hotel), Urban Outfitters corporate headquarters [Top] Guests mingle in the stunning Wanamaker Building atrium. [Bottom Left] Jessica Baumert of Fairmount Park and several other buildings at the Navy Yard. He has received awards from the Preservation Alliance Historic Preservation Trust and Cornerstone Society members Janet and Lew Klein. [Bottom Right] Members of the as well as from the National Trust and preservation organizations in Ohio and New Jersey. Septa regional rail stations improvement project team The Board also elected new officers to a two year term: Chair, Marian A. Kornilowicz, Esq., Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman; Vice Chair, Sally Elk, Eastern State Penitentiary; Treasurer, he Alliance’s 18th annual Preservation Achievement Awards Luncheon was held on May Joseph P. Charles, KPMG; Secretary, Stephen D. Marshall, Amerimar Realty Company. Sally Elk 17 in the Crystal Tea Room in the historic 100-year-old Wanamaker Building. The event will also serve as Chair of the Strategic Plan Committee and Joe Charles will chair the Finance Tis the Alliance’s largest fundraiser and we truly appreciate the generous support of all of Committee. the luncheon sponsors and attendees. Special thanks go to our Alabaster sponsors: Amerimar The Alliance staff and board wish to thank these outgoing board directors for their years of Enterprises, Inc. / Behringer Harvard, The Bancorp Bank, Brandywine Realty Trust, Pennoni dedicated service: Peter C. Benton, AIA, Katherine A. Dowdell, AIA, Susan Glassman, Eugene Associates and Philadelphia Management Co. See a complete list of sponsors and more photos on Lefevre and Christophe P. Terlizzi. our website.

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

CORNERSTONE Mr. Michael T. Scott CORPORATE Beneficial Bank KSK Architects Planners Watson & Henry Associates SOCIETY David Seltzer SPONSORS Bohlin Cywinski Jackson Historians, Inc. Ms. Loretta C. Witt Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth P. Balin Karen and Jon Sirlin 806 Capital LLC Brickstone Realty Larsen and Landis Wu & Associates, Inc. Deborah D. Bishop Paul Steinke Amerimar Enterprises, Inc. / C. Erickson and Sons, Inc. Levine & Company, Inc. Behringer Harvard Mr. John G. Carr Ms. Rebecca Stoloff Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall Mark B. Thompson Associates FUNDERS Amy & Michael Cohen The Bancorp Bank & Furman PC LLC National Trust for Historic Ms. Kate F. Stover and Mr. Preservation Mr. John K. Cugini Timothy D. Wood Brandywine Realty Trust Eastern State Penitentiary Masonry Preservation Group, Inc. Office of Housing and Mr. Alan Domb Domus, Inc. Eberlein Design Consultants *Leadership Circle Members Milner + Carr Conservation, Community Development Cecie and Paul Dry Haverstick-Borthwick Company Ltd. LLC NeighborhoodsNow Ms. Sandi Foxx-Jones BENEFACTOR Keating Building Company/ Econsult Corporation Keating Project Development O’Donnell & Naccarato Inc. Pennsylvania Historical & Mr. William Frankel MEMBERS Fairmount Park Historic Museum Commission Pearl Properties Preservation Trust Palmer Waterproofing, Inc. Linda A. Galante, Esq. Mr. Harold E. Glass The Pew Center for Arts and Pennoni Associates, Inc. Felix Chavez, Inc. Patrick J. Murphy & Associates Mr. John Andrew Gallery Mr. Henry G. Hart Jr. Heritage, through the Pennsylvania Real Estate First Niagara Inc Philadelphia Cultural Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Gunther Barbara and Jerry Kaplan Investment Trust Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery Peter Zimmerman Architects Management Initiative Mr. Edward Hillis Ms. S. Yvonne Novak and Mr. Aaron Weindling Philadelphia Management Co. George Woodward Co. Philadelphia Parks and Samuel S. Fels Fund Ms. Janet S. Klein* Recreation Mr. Hugh G. Rouse and Mr. Stradley Ronon Stevens & Heritage Consulting, Inc. William Penn Foundation Mr. Marian A. Kornilowicz, Esq. Young, LLP PhillyOfficeRetail.com Leonard R. Olds Historic Germantown Stephen L. and Mary D. Kurtz UCI Architects, Inc. PHY Engineers, Inc. PARTNERS IN THE Miss Lisa M. Witomski JKR Partners, LLC Gerry Lenfest* Plumstead Studios FIELD PROFESSIONAL John Milner Associates, Inc. Mr. Gie Liem Anonymous PATRON MEMBERS PARTNERS JRB Historic Restoration LLC Premier Building Restoration, Mr. and Mrs. Don Meginley* Inc. John and Chara Haas Mrs. Joseph T. Beardwood III A.D. Marble & Company, Inc. K & A Appraisal Company William and Lenore Millhollen Russell Roofing Company, Inc. H.F. Gerry Lenfest Ms. Helen H. Ford A.R. Palewski Architectural Keast & Hood Co. James A. Nolen, IV Shelterfield Valuation Services National Trust for Historic Dr. Russell Harris and Mr. John Preservation Klehr Harrison Harvey Preservation The Palmers Casavecchia TempleTown Realty AIA Philadelphia Branzburg Samuel S. Fels Fund Caroline and Peter Piven, FAIA Ms. Nancy D. Kolb Allied Construction Services II, Knapp Masonry UCI Architects, Inc. Mr. Ronald Rubin Mr. and Mrs. James B. Straw Inc. KPMG LLP W.S. Cumby, Inc. List complete as of Mr. Salem Shuchman Architectural Window of Kreilick Conservation, LLC Wagner Free Institute of August 22, 2011. Philadelphia Inc. Science

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Marian A. Kornilowicz, Esq. Chair Sally Elk Vice Chair Stephen D. Marshall Secretary Joseph P. Charles Treasurer Leonidas Addimando Suzanna E. Barucco John G. Carr Thomas D. Cestare Linda A. Galante, Esq. Prema Gupta Barbara J. Kaplan Randall F. Mason, PhD Andrew Palewski Robert Powers Harry Schwartz, Esq. Rebecca Stoloff Thomas J. Sugrue Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler Diane-Louise (D-L) Wormley

STAFF John Andrew Gallery Executive Director Patrick Hauck Director of Neighborhood Preservation Programs Melissa Jest Neighborhood Preservation Program Coordinator Holly Keefe Director of Membership Development Benjamin Leech Director of Advocacy Amy E. McCollum Vital Neighborhoods Interim Project Director The Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia actively promotes the appreciation, protection, and revitalization of the Philadelphia region’s historic buildings, communities and landscapes.

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