Practical Preservation

Dominish Miller of HomeTown History joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:Her interest in York County history including Lewistown, Newberrytown, and Civil WarThe goal to educate the public in the rich local historyThe most interesting thing she has learned in her researchThoughts on agricultural homesteading, untold stories and primary sources for historical researchYou can reach Dominish by visiting:EmailFacebookYouTubeInstagram

Melanie Lytle of Glaze Craft Windows and Goucher College joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:The services offered by Glaze Craft WindowsWhy window restoration is important The Master of Arts Historic Preservation program at Goucher CollegeWays to engage the community in the historic preservation processHow to get in contact:Love of Place webinar WebsiteInstagram

Michael Lemieux and Jenny MacDonald of Full Circle Homes and Mayflower Mercantile joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:Their restoration of antique homesThe HGTV show they formerly hosted - Houses with HistoryThe modern code requirements and creative solutionsHow design and construction should be a smart and thoughtful processHow to contact:YouTubeWebsite and info@fullcircle-homes.comFacebookInstagram - MikeInstagram - JennyVacation RentalsTHE BLACK WALNUT TREE HOUSE - HomeCirca 1756 Deacon Eldred Circa - Sandwich - FULL CIRCLE HOMESCirca 1707 Center Chimney Cape - Plympton - FULL CIRCLE HOMES

Nick Redding from Preservation Maryland joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:The important work of Preservation Maryland as a statewide advocacy organization founded in 1931How preservation advocacy can be proactive and reactiveThe Campaign for Historic Trades - featured on this past podcast episodeHow preservation is changing and the need for flexibility, sustainability, and compromises How historic preservation can help the affordable housing crisisHow to get in contact:WebsiteAbout Us Page FacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Alden Wicker of EcoCult joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:her work as an investigative journalistsustainability and material researchhow insulation (spray foam) can make your home toxic and destroy your historic homethe dangers of plastic especially in house firesand how to make choices that are good for you and the environmentVideo of modern vs traditional materials in a fire Book - To Die For LinkedIn

Lori Arnold, wood conservator, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:Her background in fine art before pivoting to historic preservationHer PhD in wood epoxy How wood interacts with epoxy Lori's epoxy choice (John was a podcast guest you can listen here)The interesting projects she has been involved inHome - ASW Hobart websiteEmail - woodconservator@gmail.com

Doug Madenford of PA Dutch 101 joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:Pennsylvania Dutch among non-Plain peoplePennsylvania Dutch as a language, culture, and historyBelsnickel as a PA Dutch Christmas traditionOther customs/superstitions associated with Christmas and New YearsPlus, an exclusive demonstration of Danielle showing she does not have a talent for languageTo learn more/connect:You TubeFacebookInstagram Contact

Christopher Rogers from the Friends of the Tanner House joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:The process of community engagement in saving a buildingEnabling the black storytellers of West Philadelphia to tell their storiesThe history of the Tanner Family as part of the American historyThe challenges of preservation of a structurally unstable buildingTo connect:WebsiteCommunity Visioning Process ReportDonate FacebookInstagramTwitter/X

Katie Fitzhugh of Re:Purpose Savannah joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:Re:Purpose Savannah and its missionWhy deconstruction is a climate conscious optionHow traditional demolition and construction is a 1/3 of the world's wasteHow policy makers are beginning to codify deconstructionHow to get in touch:2025 Calendar WebsiteInstagram Facebook

Christian Gray of inCOMMON Community Development joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:The mission of inCOMMON Community DevelopmentHow they are transforming neighborhoods in Omaha, NE through the neighborsWays to use development to make an impactThe concept of where we grow mattersHow to use Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) to off-set the impact of gentrificationYou can connect:WebsiteFacebookYouTubeInstagram Christian's EmailSupport:Donate

Elizabeth Finkelstein of Cheap Old Houses joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:The Cheap Old Houses - book, Instagram, and HGTV shows (spoiler - no interior walls were removed)How Cheap Old Houses is counterculturalUnique buildings converted into housesAnd what is a must preserve house featureHow to get in touch/follow:FacebookInstagramEmailSubscribe to the Cheap Old Houses list

Jeff Siegler of Revitalize,or Die. joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:Community Place PlanningPlacemakingCivic Self-esteemOur built environment's impact on our healthTo connect with Jeff visit:FacebookJeff Siegler | LinkedInTo purchase the Your City is Sick book

Laura Crook of the Doctors House Museum joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the saving of the Doctors house from demolition, the restoration, and the museum (along with paranormal investigation spoilers).Laura Crook served on the Board of Directors from 2015 - 2019 and has participated as Chair of the Membership & Outreach Committee, which set a goal of 1000 TGHS members, a goal we have since surpassed. She also conceived and organizes the popular “Raising the Bar” mixers. If you need someone to chat about the Victorian Era or Batchelder tile over a cocktail or two, she is your gal. Laura, her husband Jon, and daughter Margot reside in a 1926 English Revival within the El Miradero neighborhood of Glendale. In 2017 Laura assumed the role of Doctors House Director with much gratitude and enthusiasm and continues to serve in this role today. Laura is also the recipient of the 2020 Outstanding Service award.Contact information:websitelink to Doctors House documentary link to Past Virtual Even

Woody Woodworth of The Brick Painters Ltd. joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss how to restore the appearance of an already painted brick building helping to educate about the non-damaging options viable to historic building owners.Link to the Certified Installer information - Contact - The Brick Painters - Brick Restoration in OntarioTo reach Woody email at contact@thebrickpainters.com

Nikki Stewart, Executive Director of Old North Illuminated joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the history of the site (made famous by Paul Revere's Ride by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) encompassing 300 years of American history and part of the Freedom Trial. Plus, the challenges to accessibility in historical sites and educational programs both in person and virtual.For more information visit: Old North Church & Historic Site | Boston, MAFor virtual tours of Old North: Behind the Scenes Tour | The Old North ChurchIlluminating the Unseen information about the Black and Indigenous stories of Old North: Illuminating the Unseen | The Old North Church

Jeremy Ebersole from The Landmark Trust USA joined the Practical Preservation podcast and shared how The Landmark Trust USA preserves at risk properties and his love of motor themed architecture and neon signs.You can follow The Landmark Trust USA:Facebook and The Landmark Trust USA (@thelandmarktrustusa) • Instagram photos and videosVisit their website (and book your vacation rental):The Landmark Trust USAYou can connect with Jeremy at: Jeremy Ebersole | LinkedIn orjebersole@landmarktrustusa.com

We're back! On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle speaks with Dr. Stephanie Ryberg-Webster, author of the book "Preserving the Vanishing City: Historic Preservation amid Urban Decline in Cleveland, Ohio (Urban Life, Landscape and Policy)" about the struggles of preservation during urban decline. You can find Stephanie's book online at Temple University Press. Or at major online retailers.You can contact Dr. Ryberg-Webster at s.ryberg@csuohio.edu.

This week Danielle spoke with Isabel Thornton of Restoration Housing. Restoration Housing is a nonprofit organization that develops affordable rental properties benefiting limited-income individuals and families through the preservation of neglected historic structures. Danielle and Isabel discussed the benefits of restoring older houses in lieu of building new structures, and how the multi-family home model is relevant in today's world. Isabel also explained how advantageous tapping into historic tax credit funding and low income housing credits is for their organization.

On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Mark Platts, President of the Susquehanna National Heritage Area. Mark and Danielle discussed the process of purchasing a historic area, why adapting historic buildings for modern use is important, and why to be involved in your local historic organizations.

On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Alyssa Lozupone, Director of Preservation at the Newport Restoration Foundation (NRF). Danielle and Alyssa discussed philosophies in preservation, and about how the Newport Restoration Foundation is attempting to mitigate and prevent damage from the effects of climate change like rising sea levels.