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Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Inaugural list of endangered places in Savannah announced
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF) announced its inaugural list of at-risk historic buildings as part of its newest local advocacy initiative, Historic Savannah Foundation's Endangered Places. The nonprofit organization's Spring 2025 list consists of six properties threatened by demolition, neglect, lack of maintenance, inappropriate development or insensitive public policy within Chatham County. HSF's Endangered Places Program called upon the community to nominate properties with local architectural, cultural or historical significance. The organization received many nominations for buildings and locations. The Spring 2025 list of HSF's Endangered Places includes: LePageville Memorial Cemetery (c.1885) The LePageville community and burial ground are important to the history of Savannah and Chatham County. Records estimate that at least 500 people were buried at LePageville between 1885 and 1967. Originally part of Brewton Hill Plantation, this land also served as the site of the Battle of Brewton Hill on December 29, 1778 during the American Revolutionary War, and later became known as Causton Bluff Plantation in 1852. Nicholson Baptist Church (c.1870-1890) Located at 13319 Old Coffee Bluff Road, the Nicholsonboro Baptist Church (formerly Nickersonville Baptist Church) was established in 1850 on St. Catherine's Island on the plantation of Jacob Waldburg. Approximately 200 formerly enslaved Africans migrated to the mainland in 1868 following the rescinding of General Sherman's Field Order #15. The first Praise House was constructed in 1870, and a second sanctuary was built in 1890. The Georgia Historical Society recognized the church's importance to the Nicholsonboro community with a historic marker in 1978, and the church was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. The Roche Walker House (c.1891) The Roche Walker House, located at 123 East Henry Street, was constructed in 1891 for Florence M. Roche and lumber mill supplier Patrick C. Roche. The deed was in Mrs. Roche's name, which was unusual for the time. By 1900, the house was sold to William T. Walker, who owned a successful furniture company on Broughton Street. The Walkers lived at the residence for over 20 years, and alterations were made to the property in 1959. John B. Berry House (c.1856) The John B. Berry House at 127 East Gordon Street is a contributing building to Savannah's National Historic Landmark District that has long suffered deferred maintenance and neglect. The home was completed in 1856 and remains an intact example of hall-parlor configuration and Italianate-style architecture. According to Ethos Preservation, a large wood, three-story porch was added to the west facade of the building between 1898 and 1916. The porch was bricked to create an enclosed addition between 1937 and 1954. The original ornamentation remains intact, including window crowns, a prominent bay window and quoins. Station 6 Firehouse (c.1900) Located at 2202 Barnard Street, the Station 6 Firehouse was built in 1900 by W. M. Armitage and opened on April 20, 1901 with a clock tower in the western corner of the front pedimented gable. The two-story brick structure was extensively renovated from 1956 to 1957. In the 1970s, the station housed Squad 6 and served as homebase for Engine 6, Truck 6, beginning in 1976. In 1979, the department started the Station Relocation Project, which ultimately led to the relocation of Station 6 to Liberty Parkway in 1983. Today, the building serves as a private residence. Isaiah Davenport Tenement House (c.1814) This historic home at 124 Houston Street overlooking Greene Square is particularly significant to Historic Savannah Foundation due to its connection to master builder Isaiah Davenport, who held this property for 14 years until his death in 1827. Davenport purchased all of Lot 18 from Catherine Bourke on April 22, 1813. Further research would need to be completed to determine if the Davenport family ever lived at 124 Houston Street, however it seems unlikely. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WSAV-TV.
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Historic sites added to Colorado's Most Endangered Places
(COLORADO) — Four new historic sites across the state have been added to Colorado's Most Endangered Places while two sites that were previously on the list have been moved to progress. The program by Colorado Preservation Incorporated aims to save endangered historic buildings, landscapes, and archeological sites by providing them with advocacy, awareness, and technical assistance to significant historic resources. This year's additions include: Indiana Jones Bed and Breakfast in Antonito. Newman Block in Prowers County. Knearl Block and Opera House in Brush. Red Cliff Town Hall in Red Cliff. 'The intangible heritage aspect of each of these endangered places is what makes Colorado Colorado,' said Katie Peterson, Director of the Endangered Places Program. 'We're really happy to be here in these communities and assist them in any way.' Colorado's Most Endangered Places originated in 1998 and has since highlighted 144 historic resources throughout Colorado, with 57 successfully saved and only nine lost. Anyone who wants to nominate a historic building can do so year-round. Nominations are now open for the 2026 list and must be submitted before July 7, 2025, at 5 p.m. To submit a nomination, click the link above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
