Seattle Architecture Foundation [WA]

Description

The Seattle Architecture Foundation is dedicated to advancing public awareness and appreciation of fine Seattle-area architecture. To this end, the foundation hosts a variety of educational events, including exhibits located in the foundation's headquarters, walking tours, and youth education projects. In addition, the foundation works as an advocate for impressive architecture throughout the Seattle metro area.

The site offers detailed information regarding the exhibits, walking tours, and youth programs offered by the foundation, as well as links for aspiring architecture advocates.

California Department of Parks & Recreation, Office of Historic Preservation [CA]

Description

"The mission of the Office of Historic Preservation (OHP) and the State Historical Resources Commission (SHRC), in partnership with the people of California and governmental agencies, is to preserve and enhance California's irreplaceable historic heritage as a matter of public interest so that its vital legacy of cultural, educational, recreational, aesthetic, economic, social, and environmental benefits will be maintained and enriched for present and future generations." To accomplish this mission, the California OHP and SHRC have a number of programs designed to reward and encourage preservation efforts statewide, including "California Main Street," a program dedicated to revitalizing downtowns across the state, as well as a variety of preservation grants awarded to citizens and organizations focused on preserving historic structures or landmarks.

The site offers in depth information about all SHRC and OHP programs, visitor and historical information about all state parks and historic landmarks, past newsletters, information about training and workshops offered, and links to other resources, including the Tribal Historic Preservation office.

Etowah Valley Historical Society [GA]

Description

"The Etowah Valley Historical Society, Inc. was founded in 1972 by concerned owners of historical properties in Bartow County. From a membership of 24, primarily interested in preserving the Etowah River Valley region of this county, the society has evolved into an organization of over 600 people dedicated to the promotion of historic education and preservation throughout Bartow County." Today, the society is focused on a variety of projects, from operating the Altoona Pass battlefield to helping interested citizens research their genealogy.

The site offers visitor and historical information about the Altoona Pass battlefield, information regarding genealogical research, information on all historical resources owned by the society, several resources available online, information and resources for preservation, and an events calendar.

Historic Albany Foundation [NY]

Description

"Historic Albany Foundation is a private, not-for-profit membership organization working to promote the preservation and appreciation of the built environment in and around the city of Albany. Since 1974, Historic Albany Foundation has fulfilled its mandate through public education, promotion and membership, provision of design and technical assistance, community projects, advocacy for endangered buildings, publications, tours, lectures, and operation of an architectural parts warehouse."

The site offers an events calendar, an archive of past newsletters, visitor information, and information on the foundation's current projects.

Society of Architectural Historians [IL]

Description

"The Society of Architectural Historians (SAH) is an international not-for-profit membership organization that promotes the study and preservation of the built environment worldwide." SAH publishes several works, including a series of guidebooks, a newsletter, and a journal. In addition, SAH offers more than 40 fellowships annually, with topics ranging from research to preservation.

The site offers general information about the society, an events calendar, an online store with all works published by the society, membership information, and information regarding the SAHARA archive.

West Virginia State Museum / Cultural Center [WV]

Description

The West Virginia State Museum and Cultural Center opened in 1976 in order to showcase West Virginia's artistic, cultural, and historic heritage. While the lower level of the museum is presently closed for renovation, the upper floors are still open to the public, and visitors can view the art and history exhibits in the Art Gallery, the Lobby Gallery, and the Balcony Gallery. In addition, the State Archives Library and the offices of the Commission on the Arts and the State Historic Preservation Office are also housed in the museum.

The site offers visitor information, information on all current exhibits and galleries up in the museum, as well as several online exhibits, information on all grants that the museum is working on, an events calendar, a store, and information about West Virginia's Division of Culture and History.

The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms [NJ]

Description

Located in the township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, Craftsman Farms is the former home of designer Gustav Stickley, a major proponent of the "Arts and Crafts" style of home building and furnishing. The home, which was built in 1911, is one of the most notable landmarks of the Arts and Crafts movement, and has been designated a National Historic Landmark. Stickley is most well known for his furniture design, which today is often called "mission" or "Craftsman" furniture, and is noted for being handmade and utterly functional. Visitors to the site can enjoy many classic examples of "Arts and Crafts" style furniture as well as learn more about the history of the movement and the history of Gustav Stickley.

The site offers historical information about Stickley, Craftsman Farms, and the Arts and Crafts movement. In addition, the site offers visitor information, an events calendar, and an online store.

Adirondack Museum [NY]

Description

In 1948, the Adirondack Historical Society was founded by two men who lived and vacationed in Blue Mountain Lake, located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Five years later, they purchased the Blue Mountain House, which would play host to the Adirondack Museum. Now, the Adirondack Museum is "renowned for the breadth of its collections that include historic artifacts, photographs, archival materials, and fine art documenting the Adirondack region's past," and features 22 exhibit spaces and galleries. In addition, the museum features a research library, publications program, and an educational department that puts on a variety of special events.

The site offers library access, visitor information, information about all of the exhibits currently on display, one online exhibit, and an events calendar.

Coronado Historical Association Museum of History & Art

Description

Coronado Island in the Bay of San Diego has a rich and storied history dating back to early Spanish explorers in the new world. The island was first surveyed in the early 17th century, but was not settled until 1846, when Mexico, newly independent from Spain, gave land grants to prospective settlers for Coronado Island. The Island then became a popular resort destination in the late 19th century, when the Hotel Del Coronado was built. Now, the southern portion of the island is owned by the United States Navy, and the northern part of the island is a popular suburb of San Diego. The Coronado museum gives visitors a taste of this rich history as well as art produced by local San Diego area artists.

The site offers visitor information, information about current, past, and upcoming exhibits, information on the art galleries currently available, an online store, and an events calendar.