Read the November issue of Queen Anne Cobblestone
November 9, 2011
The November issue of Queen Anne Cobblestone, Queen Anne Historical Society’s newsletter is out. Click here to read about historic landmarks and activities happening in Queen Anne.
International Special Review District announces candidates for election
October 20, 2011
The 2011 International Special Review District Board election will be held Tuesday, November 15, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Bush Asia Hotel, 409 Maynard Avenue South, in the basement level conference room. Click here for more information.
Today’s (October 19) Landmarks Preservation Board meeting has been cancelled
October 19, 2011
The Landmarks Preservation Board meeting scheduled for today has been canceled. It is rescheduled for Wednesday, November 2 at the Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Avenue, in Room 4060 beginning at 3:30 p.m.
Historic bell ringing once again in Ballard
July 6, 2011
My Ballard reported on the inaugural ringing of the restored bell in the historic bell tower in Ballard’s Marvin’s Garden. The restoration was funded in part by the Neighborhood Matching Fund. Click here to read more and see a video of the event.
Seattle City Council approves three new historic landmarks
June 27, 2011
Seattle City Council recently approved landmark designation ordinances for three new City of Seattle landmarks. Located in three neighborhoods, these landmarks exemplify the diversity and the rich cultural and architectural heritage of our City. The City of Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board approved the nomination, designation, and controls and incentives for… [ Keep reading ]
Join Mayor McGinn and the Pioneer Square Preservation Board for the King Street Station Plaza Opening this Friday
June 22, 2011
Join Mayor Mike McGinn for the grand opening of the King Street Station Plaza, Friday, June 24 at 10:30 a.m. The renovation of the 106-year-old building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is hoped to spark further revitalization of the Pioneer Square Neighborhood. The Pioneer Square Preservation Board… [ Keep reading ]
City of Seattle launches web portal on its funding programs
June 8, 2011
Have an idea to enhance your community? Need help with funding to make it happen? The city of Seattle may be able to help. It offers a wide variety of funding opportunities ranging from $250 to $1.5 million to support community projects. To make it convenient for community members to… [ Keep reading ]
4Culture offers 2011 Landmark Challenge grants
May 26, 2011
Click here to learn more about this program.
Union Station 100th Anniversary Celebration and the launch of the Trail to Treasure project
May 17, 2011
Join us May 20, 2 – 7 p.m. for this Neighborhood Matching Fund sponsored event. Click here for more information.
Historic Seattle Building Renovation Fair April 9
April 4, 2011
Meet the region’s experts in historic preservation, restoration, and renovation of old buildings. The inaugural Historic Seattle Building Renovation Fair brings together nearly 30 architects, contractors, and engineers, along with specialty trades people and suppliers who appreciate working on the components of old houses–glass, wood, metal, tile, plaster, and ceramics,… [ Keep reading ]