Historic Ithaca
The Fincher Family on Delaware Avenue: A Cornell Veterinarian's Home
we're taking a step back in time to explore the home of Dr. Myron Gustin Fincher. A class from the College of Home Economics at Cornell...
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Historic Ithaca
Oct 241 min read
106 E Court St
May 2024 Preservation Month, 106 E Court St and Ithaca's long history of preserving notable architecture.
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Historic Ithaca
Oct 73 min read
Historic Ithaca Celebrates the 2024 Preservation Awards
On September 19th, Historic Ithaca hosted its annual Preservation Awards, celebrating the achievements in historic preservation.
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Historic Ithaca
Sep 102 min read
Empowering Youth and Preserving Skills: Work Preserve's Summer Success and Exciting Fall Plans
As the leaves begin to turn and a crisp autumn breeze fills the air, we at Work Preserve are excited to share our recent accomplishments...
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Historic Ithaca
Jul 92 min read
Meet Monica: Our New Work Preserve Trainer at Significant Elements
We're thrilled to introduce Monica, our new Work Preserve Trainer, who joined us on May 13, 2024. Monica brings a wealth of experience...
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Historic Ithaca
Jul 22 min read
Unveiling History: The Colonial Building and Ms. Cecil S. Hunter's Legacy
Did you know? The building currently known as the Colonial Building on the Ithaca Commons has a rich and varied history. One of its most...
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Historic Ithaca
Jul 22 min read
Celebrating Ithaca's LGBTQ+ Print Culture: A Pride Filled Walk through Downtown Ithaca
In June of 2024 we were graced with perfect weather for our walking tour, celebrating Ithaca’s rich LGBTQ+ print culture. It was...
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Historic Ithaca
Jul 22 min read
Illuminating Creativity: Mason's Journey in the Work Preserve Program
At Significant Elements, we pride ourselves on nurturing creativity and craftsmanship through our Work Preserve Program. Our participants...
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Historic Ithaca
Apr 301 min read
Beverly J. Martin's Architectural Legacy
Today we celebrate the legacy of Beverly J. Martin Elementary School, a beacon of education and community in Ithaca!
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Historic Ithaca
Apr 42 min read
Meet Alison! Significant Elements Retail Manager
We're thrilled to introduce the newest member of our team here at Significant Elements: Alison Shaff! Alison brings with her a wealth of...
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Historic Ithaca
Apr 31 min read
231 Feeny Way, Cornell University's Rockefeller Hall
It’s Deaf History Month! Did you know that Rockefeller Hall is where Dr. Frederick Bedell developed his revolutionary Mechanical Ear...
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Historic Ithaca
Mar 51 min read
514 South Aurora St. "The Home"
March is Women's History Month and this week we explore the fascinating history of "The Home" at 514 South Aurora St. Built in 1876 by...
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Historic Ithaca
Dec 4, 20232 min read
Work Preserve Graduate Spotlight: Jayminson
Jayminson (Jay) was matched with the Work Preserve through the TST BOCES Program. Every morning Jay would arrive at school and be...
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Historic Ithaca
Nov 21, 20232 min read
Heritage Conservation in the Face of our Climate Crisis: Julie Nucci’s Journey to Preservationist
Many of you will remember Tropical Storm Lee in 2011 and the devastating flooding that accompanied the heavy rainfall. All across the...
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Historic Ithaca
Oct 4, 20234 min read
2023 Preservation Awards Recap
In the realm of local history and historic preservation, there are unsung heroes who work diligently behind the scenes to ensure that the...
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Historic Ithaca
Aug 7, 20233 min read
2023 Work Preserve Summer Program
Our Work Preserve Summer Program is in full swing. Four participants under the age of 16 join us for our 6-week program. They’re...
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Historic Ithaca
Aug 7, 20232 min read
Collegetown Gets a Lookbook and More! 2023 Summer Intern Spotlight Interview: Henny Angkasa
Greetings, advocates of education, sustainability, and historic preservation! Allow us to introduce you to Henny Angkasa, a passionate...
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Historic Ithaca
Apr 18, 20232 min read
History of the Historian: Honoring Carol Kammen
On March 7, 2023, the Tompkins County Legislature honored Carol Kammen, who resigned as County Historian, after twenty-two years in that...
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Historic Ithaca
Mar 10, 20232 min read
Work Preserve: Graduating to Greener Pastures
Elijah came to us this fall from Rwanda by way of Missouri with a straight forward goal: learn to farm. Although we didn't have the...
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Historic Ithaca
Dec 20, 20221 min read
Deconstructing Demolition
Historic Ithaca is a partner in the network CR0WD (Circularity, Reuse and Zero Waste Development), a group working on deconstruction best...
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