Mayor Mike McGinn invites residents to apply for two open positions (one attorney and one architect) on the Pioneer Square Preservation Board. Individuals who have an interest in the historical preservation of the district are encouraged to apply. The 10-member Pioneer Square Preservation Board reviews land use, new construction, changes… [ Keep reading ]
The annual election for the International Special Review District Board was held on Tuesday, November 15, 2011. Three positions were up for election this year. The results are as follows: Joann Ware won Position #1 for a District business person, property owner or employee. Marvin Rosete won Position #2 for… [ Keep reading ]
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.
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.
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.
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 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 ]
Join us May 20, 2 – 7 p.m. for this Neighborhood Matching Fund sponsored event. Click here for more information.
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 ]
On March 16, the Landmarks Preservation Board voted to designate the Sand Point Naval Air Station a historic district – the first new designation in more than 20 years. Click here for more information and to read the press release.