Texas Historical Foundation [TX]

Description

"The mission of the Texas Historical Foundation (THF) is to serve past, present, and future Texans by supporting research in and publication of Texas history, assisting in the preservation of historic and prehistoric artifacts and information,and raising and providing funds for these purposes in order to recognize and honor past generations and to enrich the awareness of and pride in Texas heritage for present and future generations." Since the mid 1980s, the THF has worked towards influencing state legislation in favor of preservation and has served as a vehicle for funding preservation projects state wide.

The site offers general information about the foundation, current and past issues of the foundation's newsletters, information regarding preservation projects, and an events calendar.

The foundation does not offer a physical site for visitation.

Leo Petroglyph [OH]

Description

Leo Petroglyph is an outstanding example of prehistoric Indian inscriptions. On the edge of a ravine, the sandstone petroglyph contains 37 incised drawings of humans, animals, and human and animal footprints. It is now protected by a roof and viewing platform. The carvings, whose meaning is unknown, are attributed to Fort Ancient Indians who occupied this area between AD 1000 and 1650.

The site is open to the public.

Website does not specify any interpretive services available at the site.

Big House Foundation

Description

The Big House Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity that has been formed to create a legacy by preserving the home and history of the Allman Brothers Band in Macon, Georgia. Together with friends and fans of this band, the project will secure the Big House and its vast memorabilia collection for generations to come. Once renovations are completed, the Big House will be opened to the public as the Allman Brothers Band Museum.

August Wilson Center for African American Culture [PA]

Description

"The August Wilson Center for African American Culture is a not-for-profit organization that presents performing, visual, and education programs that celebrate the contributions of African Americans within the region and the impact of cultural expression from Africa to the African Diaspora. The AWC's presentations include dance, music, art, theater and other cultural, educational and artistic events." The center is currently constructing a building which will serve as a museum and presentation place.

The site offers information on upcoming events, an events calendar, a virtual tour of the building under construction, and a brief biography of August Wilson.

The center is under development. Opening is planned for September 2009.

Ford's Theatre [DC] Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 01/08/2008 - 13:33
Description

"The site of the April 14, 1865, assassination of President Lincoln, Ford’s Theatre holds a unique place in United States history. The theatre has enthralled millions of visitors since its reopening in 1968, and it is one of the most visited sites in the nation’s capital." Today, Ford's Theatre is first and foremost a fully functioning theater which hosts many professional performances throughout the year. The Theatre also contains a museum, which focuses on Washington, D.C. in the mid 1800s as well as Abraham Lincoln and will reopen in Spring, 2009.

The site offers an events calendar, a listing of upcoming performances, critical reviews of currently performances, visitor information, ticketing, historical information regarding Abraham Lincoln, and online multimedia lessons for elementary, middle, and high school students.

This is essentially a duplicate of listing 9503, the Ford's Theatre Society. The above listing was pre-existing.

Court Hill Preservation Association [IA]

Description

The Court Hill Preservation Association is dedicated to preserving the past of the Court Hill district of Ottumwa, Iowa. The association achieves this goal primarily through the promotion of renovation projects. This is especially key because there are many examples of beautiful and historic architecture which are truly worthy of preservation.

The site offers information about current projects, a calendar of events, and general information about the society.

This is a preservation advocacy association which does not offer a physical site for visitation.