Bridge railings, like this pedestrian railing of a Poultney, VT metal truss bridge are defining characteristics of historic bridges and contributing features of historic districts.
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Preservation Photos #185
The ornamental railing on the lawn of the St. Paul Central Library, constructed in 1914.
Preservation Photos #183
The Octagon School of East Bethel, VT built in 1842.
A known site in East Bethel, this octagon school is one of a kind. The design was supposed to allow for greater space in a one-room schoolhouse. It has a few additions, but you can clearly see the octagon shape in this image, along with original windows and screens. Peak into the windows and you’ll see a blackboard. Today the building is a library and community center. For a brief history on East Bethel, read this.
Preservation Photos #182
Preservation Photos #181
Have you considered the details of historic buildings, such as this lock on a railroad building? They don’t make them like they used to! Details are just as important as the actual structure.
Preservation Photos #180
Historic preservation at work: sidewalk construction in Jamaica, VT.
Historic preservation is part of all sorts of projects, especially sidewalk construction (or reconstruction) in historic villages. Sidewalks encounter contributing features such as walkways, hitching posts, markers, landscaping, fences, and trees, as seen above. This photo shows sidewalk construction ongoing and tree protection barriers in place. Note the tight squeeze of the sidewalk between the trees and the historic properties.
Preservation Photos #179
Huntington Community Church in Huntington, VT.
Preservation Photos #178
Spring and warm, sunny weather make Vermont’s downtowns even more appealing. Shown here is Brattleboro, VT.
Preservation Photos #177
Monroe Hall at the University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg VA.
Preservation Photos #176
Goolrick’s Drugs in Fredericksburg, VA. A modern drugstore, a soda fountain, food, household items – since 1863!
