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Capturing True Romance in Newburgh Architecture

By on February 14, 2013 in Houses, Preservation and Restoration

Nothing captures the alluring draw of  Newburgh’s charm and jaw dropping romantic appeal more than its magnificent historic architecture especially when  paired with those mesmerizing Hudson River and surrounding mountain-scape views. What seems timeless is the passion of kindred spirits who continue to fall in love with Newburgh (and don’t necessarily need cupids love arrow to feel an unexplainable closeness to  this city and dedicated [...]

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Progress on Powell

By on February 13, 2013 in Preservation and Restoration

Progress on a row home on Powell bought at an auction for pennies via Newburgh Historical Society twitter. Follow them for history and Newburgh insights and goodies.

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Newburgh Historical Society Featured in Preservation Magazine

By on January 14, 2013 in Positive Press, Preservation and Restoration

There are many powers that be working hard to bring positive press to the City of Newburgh. This recent article is an example of that. Johanna Porr was recognized for her efforts as director of the historical society in the Winter 2013 issue of Preservation Magazine, a huge deal in the preservation world. Ideally Newburgh’s [...]

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Guest Bartenders at Newburgh Brewing Co to Raise Money

By on December 27, 2012 in Preservation and Restoration

The Friends of the State Historic Sites of the Hudson Highlands (FSHSHH) will be guest bartending at the Newburgh Brewing Company Taproom on Sunday, January 13th, from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM. All tips received during that time period will benefit Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site’s Tower of Victory. FSHSHH is a not-for profit membership [...]

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Campaign to Save Newburgh’s Tower of Victory

By on December 18, 2012 in Preservation and Restoration

The Tower of Victory is truly one of the treasures of the Hudson Valley. For 125 years, it has stood as the nation’s only monument to the lasting peace that came after the end of the Revolutionary War. Robert Todd Lincoln, the son of the President and then Secretary of War, commissioned John Hemingway Duncan, [...]

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Newburgh Preservation Association Announces Progress on Former Dutch Reformed Church Cleanup

By on December 10, 2012 in Dutch Reformed Church, Preservation and Restoration

On Sunday, December 2, 2012 at their annual social, the Newburgh Preservation Association presented awards to the Newburgh Brewery, Atlas Industries and myself. Some of the other exciting news that filled the evening was the announcement that the City of Newburgh, which owns the building, agreed to work with the NPA to test the debris at [...]

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New Exhibit is a Hit at Washington’s Headquarters

By on December 10, 2012 in Preservation and Restoration

At a special Ribbon Cutting preview, guests got a glimpse of the new exhibit “Unpacked & Rediscovered: Selections from Washington’s Headquarters’ Collection.” Those attending the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, which took place November 28, were more than a little awed by the spectacle of seeing over 1,300 artifacts once again housed in the stately 1910 Georgian [...]

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Newburgh Restoration Receives Award for Outstanding Service to Preservation in Newburgh

By on December 3, 2012 in Preservation and Restoration

Thank you to the Newburgh Preservation Association for the award they presented me with last night for “Outstanding Service to Preservation in Newburgh”. It was really great meeting so many of you who loyally follow the blog and who also shared so many kind words. Writing this blog really just makes me happy, but it [...]

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TV Show Opportunity for Restoration Experts

By on October 22, 2012 in Preservation and Restoration

“Are you passionate about restoring vintage items to their former glory? Do you search for forgotten treasures in garage sales, estate auctions, and pawnshops? Have you turned your love of restoration projects into a business? Are you part of a dynamic team of artists and designers that restores and customizes the classics? If you are [...]

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Preservation Mob Gathers to Protect Newburgh’s Heritage

By on October 18, 2012 in Preservation and Restoration

The Preservation Mob, a group of concerned citizens dedicated to safeguarding the rich history of the City of Newburgh, gathered on October 13 to oppose the demolition of 159 Grand Street. The peaceful group was met with a police blockade, including cops on foot and in police cars. At one moment there were nearly as [...]

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