Utah Heritage Foundation

On Saturday, September 18, a free Preservation Workshop will give owners of historic buildings valuable information about the care and preservation of their buildings. The workshop, presented by the Murray History Advisory Board, will be held at the Murray Baptist Church, 4886 S. Poplar Street, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The workshop will begin at 9:30 a.m. with a short walking tour of historic buildings on Poplar Street (1/2 block west of State Street). During the tour, State History’s Don Hartley, state historical architect, will share his broad experience and knowledge about preservation solutions and maintenance issues. Hartley will then present a workshop on ways to update and maintain a building and increase energy efficiency while still retaining historic integrity. He will also discuss tax credits and other funding options. Professor Robert Young of the U of U College of Architecture and Planning will present a case study of historic home preservation and the integration of sustainability/green preservation. 

After lunch, participants may take an optional bus tour of historic Murray sites (cost for the tour is $5). The 90-minute bus tour will begin at 1:30 p.m.

Download the complete flyer here.

Ancestor Square returned to its roots, so to speak, when Nicki Pace and her husband Randall Richards (Painted Pony Restaurant) started the Downtown Farmers Market in 2008.  Of course buying local is the keenest sense of rural preservation and “localism,” or a place of meaningful interaction … where neighbors and local merchants share what's happening in their community.  Before Ancestor Square was a gleam in the eye of Nicki’s father, developer and historic preservation commissioner Brooks Pace; before it was the site of her grandfather Andy’s Big Hand Café; this Plat-of-Zion block was a veritable Eden in the redrock desert. 

Prominent pioneer plantsman and publisher Joseph Ellis Johnson (right) moved to St. George in 1865, cultivating trees, vines, and flowers and operating his nursery and seed business on the same block where Utah’s first snowbird, Brigham Young, started wintering in 1871 after acquiring the house begun by James Chesney in 1869 on the lot at the northwest corner.

We just received word that Murray City is demolishing two houses in their downtown historic district on Poplar Street within a few days as nuisance abatement.  They are willing to let historic materials be salvaged before demolition.  One house is brick dating c. 1903.  If you are interested in making an appointment to see the houses, contact Tim Tingey at 801.270.2420.

Thanks to all the members (over 40!) who attended this year's trip to Fish Lake Lodge and Wayne County.  We enjoyed an absolutely perfect cool summer day by Fish Lake, lunch catered by Sunglow in Bicknell while sitting under the trees at Robber's Roost in Torrey, and walks around Keith McKay's stone yard and quarry in Torrey.

Forest Service Archaeologist Bob Leonard as George Merton, a traveler on the Old Spanish Trail with Kit Carson.

AIA Central Utah Special Event

When: Monday, August 23, 2010

Cost: Free

RSVP: AIA Utah lgreen@aiautah.org, 801.532.1727

Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m. Please arrive early if you wish to purchase lunch.

Place: Novell, Inc., 1800 Novell Place, Provo, Mountain View Room of Cafeteria Building

Directions: http://www.eastbaycafe.com/ (West of main building)

Although Congressman Jason Chaffetz (R UT-3) is a member of the Congressional Historic Preservation Caucus, he has not supported appropriations for historic preservation.  Even – no, especially – fiscal conservatives should vote for funding that provides jobs and preserves our heritage.  After all, conservation at its root is conservative.

As a member of the Coalition for Full Funding of the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), Utah Heritage Foundation has urged Congressman Chaffetz to support policies and legislation for historic preservation.  Click on the links below for three good reasons why the HPF should be supported: 

• The Historic Preservation Fund: An Unpaid Debt to Our Heritage
• Historic Preservation: A Significant Source of Local Jobs
• Historic Preservation: Support for Retrofits of Older and Historic Buildings

There are so many great towns across the state, big and small, that stand out to me for different reasons.  Certainly their distinctive architecture and stories of historical interest lead.  But the variety of local stores, art, and setting within the natural landscape make each one interesting time and time again.

Well, now is a chance to stand out amongst the rest!

Since 2000, the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Dozen Distinctive Destination program has recognized cities and towns that offer an authentic visitor experience by combining dynamic downtowns, cultural diversity, attractive architecture, cultural landscapes and a strong commitment to historic preservation, sustainability and revitalization. In each community, residents have joined together and taken action to protect their town’s character.

This coming Saturday, August 14 will be the last time UHF is offering the free double-package summer blockbuster tour of the spectacular O.C. Tanner building along with Alta Club.  Tours start at 10:00 a.m. with the last tour leaving at 11:30.  More information can be found on our website by going here.

UHF will also be at the Downtown Farmers’ Market on Saturday, August 14 in the nonprofits section so look for our table.

If we didn’t pack enough in for you before school starts, you could attend the annual member’s trip to Wayne County to see Fish Lake Lodge, interpretation of the Old Spanish Trail, the State Stone quarry yard and plant, and Torrey.  We’ll take reservations through Tuesday, August 10^th.  More information can be found on our website by going here.

Tuesday, August 10^th is the last day you can register for the guided tour in Wayne County with UHF.

The trip is on Saturday, August 14 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
You won’t want to miss our annual member’s trip with the Board of Trustees as guests from the region and UHF Central and Southern Utah Field Rep Susan Crook join us to provide insight to significant places throughout the county.

Plus it’s one of the only chances you’ll be able to go behind-the-scenes at Fish Lake Lodge and receive a limited edition print copy of the Fish Lake history.

You

To help facilitate one of our most popular annual events, UHF is seeking volunteers over 16 years of age to captain activity tables.  For several years, the Capitol Preservation Board and Utah Heritage Foundation partner to sponsor this event.  This year, the Capitol Preservation Board will be providing volunteers during each shift to work for the UHF table captains in facilitating activities.  This year, activities will include domes, mosaics, gold leafing, murals, and the treasure hunt.

Date:  Saturday, September 18, 2010

What if we don't participate?  We risk important agencies and decision-makers not hearing individual voices express the importance of places that matter whether they be historic, cultural, natural, or scenic.

Salt Lake City has a youth component, so bring the kids!

Register by  Wednesday, July 28th!