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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Charred chimneys are all that's left of these LA midcentury homes. Inside the quest to save them

Evan Hall leads Project Chimney to salvage and relocate chimneys from historic homes in Los Angeles after devastating wildfires.
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Otto the Great's Tomb Opened for Investigation and Conservation Work - Medievalists.net

The tomb of Otto the Great has been opened for examination after centuries, revealing historical artifacts and concerns about its preservation.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Who Is the Countess Living in the Port of Missing Men?

A historic 600-acre estate in Southampton, owned since the 1920s, reflects a deep legacy of preservation and the opulent style of New York's gilded age.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

If You Absolutely Must Freeze Deli Meat, Here's How To Do It Right - Tasting Table

Even unopened packages of deli meats have a shelf life of around 2 weeks in the fridge per the FDA. Once opened, you're only looking at 3 to 5 days.
Berlin food
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

A Medical-History Museum Contends with Its Collection of Human Remains

The Mütter Museum is at a crossroads between celebrating human diversity and addressing ethical concerns regarding its displays.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'Iconic' Former Home of Hollywood Legend and 'King of Cowboys' Roy Rogers Hits the Market for $7.2 Million

"Stepping through the doors of the Sherman Oaks abode feels like entering a time capsule dedicated to the 'King of Cowboys,' Roy Rogers, who passed away in 1998."
SF real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Flatbush Could Get Two New Landmarked Historic Districts

In both districts, historic streetscapes of freestanding houses continue to appear much as they did in the early 20th century.
Brooklyn
fromSoftware Heritage
1 month ago

When memory was measured in kilobytes: The art of efficient vision

An Efficient Chain-Linking Algorithm embodies how creativity thrived in the early days of computer vision when memory constraints innovatively shaped problem-solving and advancements.
Scala
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Harrison Ruffin Tyler dies at 96; he was the last living grandchild of President John Tyler

Over the course of his life, Harrison Tyler preserved Sherwood Forest, his grandfather’s plantation that enslaved dozens of people, including 43 people in 1860.
US politics
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Harrison Ruffin Tyler died Sunday. His grandfather was the 10th U.S. president and born in 1790.

Harrison Ruffin Tyler, the last grandson of President John Tyler, dies at 96, marking a significant historical timeline of 235 years.
Video games
fromPolygon
2 months ago

Gamer historians are doing the lord's work for Myst fans

The Video Game History Foundation is preserving Cyan Worlds' extensive archives related to the Myst series, including behind-the-scenes interviews and media appearances.
History
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Harvard's practice of preservation plays key role in future research - Harvard Gazette

Harvard's preservation efforts focus on documenting and restoring literature, art, and science for future accessibility.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Lost in Cult's new Editions publishing label is about art and games preservation

Editions aims to celebrate and preserve indie games, providing physical releases with artistic enhancements, reminiscent of both Limited Run Games and the Criterion Collection.
Board games
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Walk this way: Bed-Stuy street tour digs into local history and architecture * Brooklyn Paper

The Municipal Art Society's tour offers a focused exploration of Bed-Stuy's architecture and history on a single street.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Corpse of Saint Teresa goes on display for the first time in a century

St Teresa's remains, exhumed and displayed for the first time since 1914, astonished experts with their near perfect preservation, highlighting her sainthood.
San Francisco
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

The importance of finding queer belonging in America's historic sites

The descendants of Italian immigrants see themselves in the stories told at New York's Tenement Museum and how their experience was like that of Irish immigrants.
SF LGBT
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

An attempt to build new housing in Jamaica Plain runs into trouble with its neighbor: the Arnold Arboretum

Balancing housing development and preservation of the historic monastery and Arboretum is a complex challenge facing local officials and developers.
fromKqed
2 months ago

A Historic San Francisco Theater Might Finally Be Redeveloped Into Housing | KQED

"The Alexandria Theater is a great example - it really needs to have a new use and it can be for housing, so here we are," she said to KQED.
Mission District
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

How to Save a Building from Demolition: Emerging Procedures to Uncover the Potential of Existing Structures

The shift in architecture during the twentieth century has led to a dilemma over preserving modern heritage structures, which face pressure for demolition despite their intrinsic value.
Renovation
#food-storage
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

British developer to lodge plans for student accommodation block at former site of Independent Newspapers HQ

A new student housing scheme in Dublin will preserve historic buildings while adding much-needed accommodations and retail spaces.
Renovation
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 months ago

Plan to demolish Berkeley's United Artists theater for housing has been approved

The City Council unanimously approved the demolition of the United Artists theater for new apartment construction despite preservationist opposition.
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

The One-Ingredient Hack To Extend Feta Cheese's Shelf Life - Tasting Table

Preserve feta cheese by submerging it in olive oil to extend its shelf life up to three weeks.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Historic Havens! 5 Homes Priced Below $500K That Come Complete With a Storied Past

The article highlights the numerous benefits of purchasing historic homes, such as owning a piece of history and potential tax incentives, despite renovation costs.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Frid Villa / Vapor arquitetura

"This project preserves the original aesthetics while facilitating a transformation into five autonomous units, a response to urban demands for density without new construction."
Renovation
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 months ago

Opinion: Berkeley should save the historic UA Theater

The UA Berkeley theater is facing demolition, prompting community efforts to preserve its historical significance.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

PREMIUMNYC Landmarks discussed at the Center for Brooklyn History

The NYC Landmarks Law is crucial for preserving the city's architectural and historical heritage, celebrated in its 60th anniversary.
fromwww.marinij.com
3 months ago

Sausalito's historic Record Plant may rock n' roll again soon

The Record Plant studio will be preserved and restored after being sold to an investment group with plans for a modern music facility.
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

Here's Why You Can't Visit The First Cracker Barrel - Tasting Table

Cracker Barrel's transition from a simple gas station stop to a iconic family restaurant illustrates the evolution of a brand rooted in Southern hospitality and comfort food.
East Bay food
London
fromFast Company
3 months ago

This city in Central Asia is an unexpected goldmine of modernist architecture

The demolition of the House of Cinema spurred efforts to document and preserve Tashkent's modernist architecture.
A citywide project has designated many modernist buildings as national heritage sites.
Music production
fromFast Company
3 months ago

The legendary Abbey Road Studios reopens after renovation

Abbey Road's Studio One refurbishment prioritized acoustic preservation, ensuring the legendary sound quality remains unchanged.
Maintaining its historic essence, the studio upgrades emphasize technology over aesthetics to keep its unique ambiance.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The Stories That Aren't Archived

Significant portions of The New York Times' history are lost due to evolving editions and inadequate archiving before the digital era.
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

How Long Does Canned Fruit Last Once Opened? - Tasting Table

Opened canned fruit should be consumed within a week when refrigerated.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

The TechBeat: An AI Ark Could Save Human Knowledge-If We Don't Screw It Up First (3/31/2025) | HackerNoon

The AI Knowledge Ark initiates an ambitious project aimed at preserving humanity's cultural and intellectual heritage through artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need for a proactive approach to knowledge preservation.
OMG science
#cultural-heritage
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Century-old East Village tenement synagogue to be torn down - and hundreds of historic NYC sites face same risk, advocates say

A former synagogue in the East Village will be demolished for high-end condos, igniting preservationist concerns about losing historical significance.
London politics
fromianVisits
4 months ago

London's Pocket Parks: St Peter's Square, W6

The park was initially private but became public due to local demand and community activism to preserve green space.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Baan Rom Taan House / IF (Integrated Field)

The renovation of Baan Rom Taan preserved its historical essence while adapting the home for future generations.
Portland
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

What it's like to moonlight as one of Maine's last lighthouse keepers

Matt Rosenberg is one of the last lighthouse keepers in Maine, using a paddleboat to commute and protect the historic Nubble lighthouse.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago

The 500-year-old Romford pub 'haunted by ghosts'

The Golden Lion, one of Britain's oldest pubs dating back to the 15th century, narrowly escaped demolition in 1966 amidst town development plans.
London politics
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 months ago

East New York Workshop to Reimagine LIRR Substation 2

Community members and architecture students will collaborate to envision a transformation of LIRR Substation 2 into a community space.
fromArs Technica
5 months ago

Salty game dev comments, easier mods are inside Command & Conquer's source code

The release of classic game source codes assists modders and enhances preservation for future adaptations.
US news
fromTravel + Leisure
5 months ago

Your National Park Visit Could Be Different This Summer Following NPS Layoffs-What to Know

NPS faces significant staff reductions impacting park operations and visitor experience.
Renovation
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Frank Lloyd Wright's famed Fallingwater has a problem - with falling water

Fallingwater's restoration costs rise drastically, reaching $7 million, highlighting preservation challenges for this iconic structure.
NYC food
fromQNS
5 months ago

Saving history: Queens preservationist helps rescue vintage storefront signs - QNS

A preservationist in Queens is saving iconic business signs for the New York Sign Museum to celebrate local history and culture.
SF politics
fromKqed
5 months ago

Push to Name SF's North Beach a Historic District Draws Stinging Rebuke | KQED

Controversy surrounds the historic district proposal for North Beach as it could block housing development.
fromTasting Table
5 months ago

The Problem With Costco's Bakery Bagels, According To Customers - Tasting Table

Costco's Kirkland Signature bagels mold faster due to a lack of preservatives, but many customers appreciate the fresh ingredients that contribute to their shorter lifespan.
Miscellaneous
fromTasting Table
5 months ago

How Long Store-Bought Cookies Will Stay Fresh On Your Counter - Tasting Table

If you really want a long-lasting cookie, go for one on the dry side with fewer perishable ingredients (i.e. something like Oreos over shortbread).
Marketing tech
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