The latest preservation news from around the state.
Historic preservation is making headlines in Florida. Here’s a roundup of news items to watch, and updates on stories we’ve been following: The Debs Store opened in 1921 in the two-story brick building at 1478 Florida Ave., now A. Philip Randolph Boulevard. Photo: Jacksonville Daily Record. Florida Trust for Historic Preservation Ongoing Education Grants Regional […]
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Bessie Coleman. Photo: George Rinhart/Corbis via Getty Images Bessie Coleman’s extraordinary life story is a testament to the power of resilience, courage and unyielding determination. As the first African American and (self-identified) Native American woman to hold a pilot’s license, Coleman shattered racial and gender barriers in the early 20th century, emerging not only as
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Sallye Mathis. Photo: Duval County Public Schools. As we celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, it is vital to honor the stories of women who have played critical roles in shaping a more equitable society. One such remarkable woman is Sallye B. Mathis, whose dedication and resilience have left an indelible mark on
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by Adrienne Burke, AICP, and Ennis Davis, AICP* *excerpt from an article first published in The Jaxson magazine Grace Mann Bell, born in 1880, was the daughter of prominent 19th century Florida politician, Austin Mann, and sister to May Mann Jennings, wife of Florida Governor William Sherman Jennings, and a political activist in her own
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This is an important time for advocacy not only at the state, but also at the federal level, as vital preservation tools are at risk. Serving as statewide coordinators for the Preservation Action Advocacy Week, March 4-8, we are setting up meetings with federal legislators and leading a delegation of preservationists to the nation’s capital
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On the 45th Anniversary of the Florida Preservation Awards, the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation introduced a revitalized program reflecting the organization’s commitment to diversity and inclusion in historic preservation. “We want to fully celebrate and recognize all the wonderful work being done in communities throughout Florida, so I am thrilled to announce our updated program
Historic preservation is making headlines in Florida. Here’s a roundup of news items to watch, and updates on stories we’ve been following: Florida Trust for Historic Preservation Advocacy Ongoing Education Grants Regional Updates Events Survey Do you have preservation news to share? Let us know! Send your story to Dafni Kirkpatrick at dkirkpatrick@floridatrust.org.
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Advocacy, Preservation News
The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation was busy again during the seventh week of the Florida Legislative Session. Not only was it a busy week at the Capitol for the Florida Trust as it engaged with legislators and spoke at committee hearings. We are also hard at work in our role as statewide coordinators for
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This Valentine’s Day the Florida Trust spread the love for historic buildings at the Capitol! On February 14, the team visited legislators at the Capitol to share our Valentine’s Day buttons and spread awareness about the importance of historic preservation. The campaign offered a great opportunity to engage with lawmakers and staff and discuss historic
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Here are some updates on our strategic advocacy priorities from the Capitol this week: 1. Establish a State Historic Tax Credit Two days ago, the National Trust for Historic Preservation sent out an announcement in support of Senate Bill 1166 and HB 1183, the bills that, if passed, would introduce a state historic tax credit in Florida. After nearly
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