News
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Why your voice on historic preservation is essential
Filed Under: Front Page, Get Involved, Historic Preservation, Residential
President and CEO of REV Birmingham David Fleming writes about the importance of historic preservation and highlights the advocacy efforts that saved the French Quarter in New Orleans and the Forest Park neighborhood in Birmingham. The article concludes with a call to action, urging for new leaders and the implementation of various strategies to protect and celebrate Birmingham’s historic buildings and places.
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Preserving Our Past: Celebrating Historic Preservation Month and Saving the Buildings We Love
Filed Under: Developer, Downtown Birmingham, Filling Vacant Spaces, Front Page, Potential-Proving
Many historic buildings, including the John Hand and The Frank, have been successfully redeveloped while preserving their original charm. May is Historic Preservation Month, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of preserving historic buildings. Currently, numerous buildings possess a solid foundation but have been left vacant and require immediate attention for preservation. Find out which treasures are in need of your help today!
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The difference a facade makes: Woodlawn Urban Main's refresh project breathes new life into neighborhood staple The Shop
Filed Under: Front Page, Small Business, Woodlawn
Work is almost done to repaint the exterior and add an eye-catching mural on the side of Wayne Honeycutt’s 1st Avenue North business.
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Why historic preservation is good for Birmingham
Filed Under: Developer, Downtown Birmingham, Ensley, Filling Vacant Spaces, Front Page, Woodlawn, Yaysayers
Historic Preservation is one of those rare things that serves not only as a tool for good economic development, but it is an outcome of good economic development as well.