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Threatened Historic Cottage RebornThe historic shotgun cottage at 508 Wooster Street, purchased last November by HistoricWilmington Foundation, has been transformed and is ready for a new owner. Board memberMatt Scharf and the Foundation oversaw the completerehabilitation of the house by contractor Steve Loeper.Loeper and his company, American Building and Repair,did a top-to-bottom overhaul, including the replacementof all systems and refinishing the beautiful old hardwoodfloors. Now all the repair and rebuilding is finished andthe house shines with fresh paint. The Foundation isworking with four nonprofit affordable housing groups tofind a qualified buyer. Check our website for an invitationto an open house in the next few weeks. HWF wants to show off what has been accomplished and inspire otherdevelopers to consider rehabilitation of our affordablehousing stock instead of demolition.
INSIDEPRESIDENT’S COLUMN . . . . . .2
MOST THREATENED NOMINATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
CAPE FEAR BYWAY . . . . . . . . .5
PRESERVATION AWARDS . . .12
HOME TOUR . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10
In 2001, a CertifiedLocal Government Grantfunded an architecturalsurvey of the neighbor-hoods east of the existingWilmington NationalRegister Historic District.Since that time develop-ment pressures havethreatened properties ofhistoric and architecturalsignificance within thisstudy area, but it has not yet been formallyrecognized as a NationalRegister District.
However, the City of Wilmington recentlyreceived another CLG Grant from the NCDepartment of Cultural Resources’ HistoricPreservation Office. Using these funds, andan Historic Wilmington Foundation grant,
the City began a project toupdate the existing surveyand prepare a NationalRegister nomination for Wilmington’s newesthistoric district.
The proposed new historic district totalsapproximately 216 acresand includes 580 proper-ties within an estimated 26 blocks. The area is bounded on the west bythe Wilmington NationalRegister HD (east of South14th street) and on the east
by the Carolina Place National Register HD(west of Wrightsville Avenue). The northernboundary is marked by Dock Street and the southern boundary by the Delgado Mills area. Continued on Page 13
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HISTORIC WILMINGTONFOUNDATION
516 North Fourth Street
Wilmington, NC 28401 • 910.762.2511
[email protected] historicwilmington.org
BOARD OF TRUSTEESRodney Lenn Turner, President
Gail Herring, Vice-President
John Bankson, Secretary
Maggie Ashburn, Treasurer
Connor Keller, Executive Committee
Lillian Smith, Executive Committee
John Murray, Past President
Charles H. Boney
Lawrence S. Craige
Cynthia P. Dugan
Mary Eggleston
G. Deanes Gornto
Robert Hobson
Patti Jenkins
Tor Martin Ljung
Ginger Longino
Anne H. Murchison
Kevin O’Grady
Matt Scharf
Beverly Tetterton
Megan B. WinslettSTAFF
George W. EdwardsExecutive Director
Gareth EvansAssociate Director
Aimee JonesEvents & Membership Coordinator
Julie HoltzAccountant
MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Historic Wilmington
Foundation is to protect and preserve the irreplaceable historic resources of
Wilmington and the Lower Cape Fear Region.
The opinions expressed in The News
do not necessarily reflect the views of the
Foundation and Board of Trustees
As we move into the first quarter of 2008, I would like to share with you my goalsfor Historic Wilmington. First and foremost, let me say how honored I am to
serve you and this organization. Given our state’s exponential growth, historic preservation is becoming ever more critical. As preservationists, we share a common passion for maintaining the integrity of the past, and we at Historic Wilmington have an opportunity to make a continued impact. In the year to come, I would like to focus on three primary areas.
Organizational Momentum - Our recent purchase and restoration of the historic vernacular house on Wooster Street, along with our negotiations for easement donationson the Fourth Street property, have created an exciting momentum within the organiza-tion. I applaud these efforts because they are all mission-driven actions. While HWFstrives for prudence in all our decisions, we must also take managed risks for causesessential to our mission. We are fortunate to have the resources of a revolving fund, and I would like to see us leverage these dollars for additional projects. I think we can domore to drive preservation programs while simultaneously increasing awareness aboutwhat HWF does for the community.
Membership - Growth is vital to the ongoing stability of every organization, including ours. Our membership numbers were up in 2007, and I believe there is atremendous opportunity to continue to bring in new members. We are creating a newcommittee focused on membership development. I encourage anyone interested in participating to call George Edwards or myself. I would like to challenge you as members to consider who you might solicit for membership.
Fundraising - Although it’s probably not at the top of anyone’s list, fundraising mustalso be a priority in the life of non-profit. With the upcoming Home Tour, we are wellon our way to a successful year. In 2008, we are going to limit our fundraising focus andenergy to four major events. Our experience shows that less may indeed be more, andour approach to fundraising will focus on improving the quality of the events. In addi-tion to the Home Tour, watch for more details on the 5K, the Gala and the HolidayParty. Please let Aimée Jones, George or me know if you’d like to get involved with anyof these exciting events.
I am already thrilled about our momentum and energy this year. We have a phenomenal Board of Trustees and an excellent staff. We are always open to your ideas or suggestions, so please do not hesitate to share. Thanks in advance for your participation and drive in 2008!
Best, Rodney
Presidential Ruminations
HWF Welcomed New Board Members (from left) Megan Winslett,Mary Eggleston, Ginger Longino and Cynthia Dugan at our Annual Meeting.Our guest speaker was Preservation North Carolina President Myrick Howard, who outlined the challenges North Carolina preservationists will face in the coming years. During the meeting HWF also elected new President Rodney Turner, Vice President Gail Herring, and returned John Bankson, Maggie Ashburn, Connor Keller and Lillian Smith to the Executive Committee.
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Director’s ViewThe
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Now it’s official – just as we locales have always known!
Wilmington was just named one of the National Trust for
Historic Preservation’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations for 2008.
This is a national honor and recognition for the City and the
region, and a tremendous acknowledgement of the work of
preservationists in this community over the years.
Historic Wilmington Foundation collaborated with the
Wilmington and Cape Fear Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau
to prepare Wilmington’s nomination last summer. We highlighted
the area’s natural assets and focused on the wealth of historic
resources, as well as the City’s preservation commitment and the
leadership of Historic Wilmington Foundation. When we were
finished we thought we had a winner, but the competition is a
national one and we knew we were up against many well-deserving
places. We received word of our selection in late January. No
place deserves this honor more than Wilmington and the Cape
Fear Coast!
The National Trust has conducted this national competition
since 2000, and this year’s list brings the total to just 108
distinctive destinations that have been recognized. We are in select
company, which includes the North Carolina towns of
Asheville, Hillsborough and Edenton. The entire list is at
www.preservationnation.org if you want to see other
winning locations.
The criteria states that a city must have a comprehensive and
ongoing commitment to historic preservation and offer the visitor a
genuine and unique experience. The selection is also a reflection of
a community’s cultural, historic and architectural assets. I think we
meet and exceed these expectations.
The Dozen Distinctive Destinations selection acknowledges the
thousands of people who have worked for years to preserve
Wilmington. It recognizes the people who have invested in their
property, the churches that have committed to remain downtown,
the city and county government that enacted regulations to protect
our historic resources, and of course the work
and leadership that HWF has provided to the
community for 42 years. The designation also
validates that historic preservation is an excellent
economic development tool. A community can
use its unique character to attract businesses, new
residents and the many visitors who come to
experience what we enjoy every day.
Isn’t it great to live in a distinctive place?
Respectfully,
George W. Edwards
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Recently Approved PlaquesST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
C.1859-1869; 1908601 MARKET STREET
The congregation was organized in 1858 by immigrants fromNorthern Germany. Plan of the Gothic Revival style church is
attributed to charter member Hanke Vollers. Construction began in1859. The unfinished building was damaged by occupying Federaltroops in 1865. Dedicated on August 22, 1869, James F. Post wasthe supervising architect who completed the building. ArchitectHenry E. Bonitz designed the 1908 rear addition. Opalescent
stained glass windows were executed from 1908 to 1921 by FrankEllsworth Weeder Stained Glass Studios, Philadelphia, PA.
WIGGINS HOUSE C. 1909215 ANN STREET
Queen Anne style house built as investment property for siblingsOctavius Augustus Wiggins (1879-1934), foreman for Hilton
Lumber Company; Elizabeth Wiggins Price (1873-1965), wife ofDr. Richard Jones Price; Mary Wiggins Davis (1882-1959), wife ofPlatt Walker Davis, president of Davis-Moore Paint Company; and
Augusta Wiggins (1876-1973), school teacher and stenographer.
EVERETT-BISSINGER HOUSE C. 1860214 NORTH SEVENTH STREET
Greek Revival style house built for Ann Thompson Everett (1819-1895), wife of Amariah B. Everett (1811-1857), planter,natives of Onslow County. Renovated to Italianate style during
ownership of son, John Alfred Everett (1839-1915), Confederateveteran and grocer, and wife, Meriel Hooks (1846-1895). Purchased
in 1902 by Frederick A. Bissinger (1869-1933), jeweler; and wife, Mary Catherine Mohr (1878-1945). Remained in family for
forty-nine years.
We Need You for Repair Affair!HWF will again join forces with Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministries on
Saturdays March 29th and April 5th to paint an historic house in need. Our Repair
Affair program was resurrected last Fall on North 7th St. and we were thrilled to
see no less than four houses
surrounding our project be
repainted in the months following that endeavor. We need
volunteers to help make this project function. Repair Affair is
truly hands-on preservation and provides lasting revitalization
for houses and neighborhoods in the space of a weekend.
Call us and join the effort!
HWF Calendar EventsHOME TOUR – APRIL 12-13
PRESERVATION MONTH – MAY
ORTON PLANTATION PLAQUE – EARLY MAY
MOST THREATENED PLACES LIST – MAY
LOST WILMINGTON 3 LECTURE – MAY 15TH
WHO BUILT WILMINGTON? – MAY 22ND
PRESERVATION AWARDS – MAY 29TH
SPRING SHRIMPAROO – EARLY JUNE
5K RUN – SEPTEMBER 11TH
FALL SHRIMPAROO – LATE SEPTEMBER
PRESERVATION NC CONFERENCE – OCTOBER 9-11
GALA – OCTOBER
NATIONAL TRUST CONFERENCE – OCTOBER 21-25
POST-THANKSGIVING TOUR – NOVEMBER 30
HOLIDAY PARTIES – EARLY DECEMBER
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The Cape Fear Historic Byway is a unique North
Carolina Scenic Byway located within the heart of
historic downtown Wilmington. Designated as a
Scenic Byway in April 2007 by the North Carolina
Department of Transportation, this is the first urban scenic
byway in the state of North Carolina. Nationally, there are
only a handful of such routes entirely within urban areas.
These include the historic Grand Rounds Scenic Byway in
Minneapolis and the National Historic Seaport and Charles
Street in Baltimore. The Cape Fear Historic Byway, as its name
implies, is intended to highlight the historic riverfront city
and the contributions that all of the city’s residents have
made throughout the years. The byway begins at the 1898
Memorial Park, travels along the scenic Cape Fear River -
offering views of the USS Battleship North Carolina, and
winds its way through historic Old Wilmington and Dry Pond,
before circling Greenfield Lake – an old mill pond, and
returning north along South and North 3rd Street through
the heart of the National Register Historic District.
Shortly after the route’s designation as a state scenic byway,
the Wilmington Metropolitan Planning Organization – the
region’s transportation planning agency – contracted with
URS Corporation to complete a Corridor Management Plan
for the Cape Fear Historic Byway. This plan will identify
intrinsic qualities, opportunities, constraints and challenges
along the byway route. This plan will focus on improving the
experience along the corridor for visitors in motor vehicles,
on bicycles, and on foot. In November of last year, represen-
tatives from local and state government, neighborhood
associations, tourism and economic development agencies
and other community groups gathered at the Children’s
Museum of Wilmington to take part in a two-day tour and
design workshop for the byway. On day one, the group
boarded two small buses and traveled along the route,
stopping at key locations to take notes, observe current
conditions, and analyze potential improvements. During the
second day, the participants developed goals for the Corridor
Management Plan and discussed photos of streetscape
elements from other cities around the world, including
decorative streetlights, wayfinding signage, landscaped
medians and other city amenities.
In March 2008, the Corridor Management Plan will be
complete, presenting a great opportunity for the city and
region. The plan will outline steps that all of the byway
partners can take to improve the visitor experience and
eventually apply for National Scenic Byway or All American
Road status at the federal level. Currently, the only federally
designated scenic byways in North Carolina are the Blue
Ridge Parkway and Cherohala Skyway, neither of which
offers visitors a chance to explore urban North Carolina and
the rich human history of a city in the American South. The
plan will likely recommend beautification of the streetscape,
pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements, better
integration of new development into the historic fabric of
the byway and the development of maintenance, marketing,
and signing plans.
Joshua D. Mello, AICP
Associate Planner - Transportation
City of Wilmington
CAPE FEAR HISTORIC BYWAY
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EXPANSION of the St. Mary Catholic K-8 school, North Carolina’s oldest Catholic School and a downtownWilmington resident since 1969, has provided renewedinterest in the renovation and restoration of the historicTileston School complex.
The school plans to add a Pre-K program in the fall of2008 and is engaged in a study that could create a highschool within the next few years.
The original Tileston School was built in 1871, part ofthe post Civil War Reconstruction Era. 1910, 1917 and1937 brought additions to the building. The school operatedunder the funding of Mary Tileston Hemenway, withPrincipal Amy Morris Bradley, until Hemenway died in1897. The school was deeded to the City of Wilmington in1901 and became the state’s first public high school. In 1986 with its closing, New Hanover County schools endedTileston’s reign as the oldest school in continuous operationin the state.
The St. Mary Catholic Church purchased the Tileston propertyfrom the City of Wilmington in the mid 1990s when the city abandoned their plan to restore the old school into a community andsenior center. Through extensive parish and community volunteerefforts and fundraising, St. Mary was able to accomplish those goals,and more.
Today, Tileston is a vital part of the downtown community. Withover 75,000 square feet spanning the entire city block of Ann Streetbetween 4th Street and 5th Avenue, the buildings are a source ofconstant activity. The upper floor is home to the St. Mary SchoolLibrary/Media Center, Computer lab, Science lab and MiddleSchool Homeroom classes. The Upper Room auditorium, whichunderwent extensive restoration in the 90s, is used by the school,parish and other community groups for programs, assemblies,rehearsals and performances.
The second floor consists of St. Mary Parish offices, a CatholicBookstore, church nursery, chapel, youth and adult meeting rooms.Residents of Old Wilmington, DREAMS and Cape Fear Literacy Council’s ESOL programs are frequent users of Tilestonmeeting spaces.
The lower level is home to the St. Mary Tileston Social Outreachwhich serves the poor with food, clothing and general living
assistance. The Knights of Columbus share the basement with theOutreach.
The Tileston Gym and the adjoining classrooms are used by theSt. Mary School PE and music programs. In addition, the gym iswidely used for community basketball programs and is the home ofthe Cape Fear Fencing Association. The Tileston Health Clinicsbegan their mission of serving the medical needs of the poor at theTileston location. Although the medical clinic has relocated to largerquarters, the dental clinic remains.
St. Mary Parish is committed to the continued restoration ofTileston. The Friends of Tileston, Inc. is a NC 501-C3 corporationassisting the church in their efforts to support the community outreach, sports and educational programs who make Tileston their home.
Extensive window restoration and repairs will begin in June 2008.There are over 300 windows in the Tileston main buildings.Donations toward this enormous project are welcome through theSt. Mary Church or the Friends of Tileston, Inc. Window plaqueopportunities are available.
For more information callJoAnn Daley, 762-5491 x10 [email protected]
TILESTONSCHOOL
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Wilmington and the Lower Cape Fear Region’s
Most Threatened Historic Places
The Historic Wilmington Foundation initiated its Most ThreatenedHistoric Places program in 2006 to call attention to threatened
historic properties. The initiative will help the Foundation and the community spotlight irreplaceable historic, architectural, cultural, andarchaeological resources in Wilmington and the Lower Cape Fear regionthat are in imminent danger of being lost. A listing as a threatened place will generate public attention, spark debate about cultural andarchitectural heritage preservation, and hopefully attract new perspectivesand ideas to an endangered site in need of creative new solutions. TheFoundation’s Most Threatened Historic Places program is an open public process, bringing more attention to these sites, and utilizing thepublic attention to save more historic resources. The media attention and public discussion also helps people evaluate the importance of ourheritage and begin to understand that historic preservation is more thanjust saving landmarks. It is about the renewal and restoration of old commercial districts, neighborhoods, and our public open spaces. It isabout recognizing and preserving the history of all of our citizens. TheHistoric Wilmington Foundation uses its newsletter and its website, aswell as media coverage, to provide publicity on the annual list. TheFoundation also provides updates on the status of the sites selected for the list. Please share this nomination form with others and call theFoundation if you wish to alert us to a threatened site. The nominationprocess is open to everyone in Wilmington, and the counties of NewHanover, Brunswick and Pender.
ENDANGERED PLACES
Wilmington Vernacular Houses
Rural Cemeteries
Wrightsville Beach Cottages
LANDMARK LOST
5th Avenue Baptist Church
Seabreeze
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In addition to your completed nomination form, please include the following:• A State map clearly indicating the location of your site• 4 8x10 color photographs of your site or a CD with a
minimum of four images of the site (digital images preferred)Please keep in mind that the materials submitted will become the propertyof the Historic Wilmington Foundation. If a selection is made, all materialand images will be the property of Historic Wilmington Foundation andmay be used in future publications, presentations, and on our website.
I. Nomination
Name and location of the Site
II. Name, Title and Contact Information of Nominator
Name and Title of Nominator
Nominating Organization or Affiliation, if applicable
Address
Telephone
III. Your Threatened Historic Site
Current Name of Site:
Historic and Popular Names for Site, if any
Address of the Site
Name of Site Owner, if different from Nominator
Is Ownership of the Site Public? Private?
Does the Owner Support this nomination? Yes No
IV. Site InformationPlease provide site information as a separate document. All the followingquestions must be answered. Attach any supporting materials, includingphotographs, news articles, correspondence, etc.
1. Please describe your site, including its current use and condition and
existing zoning or other protective regulations, if any
2. What is the historical significance of your site?
(Has it been honored with a national, state or local historic designation?)
3. What is the site’s history?
(Has its role in your community changed over time?)
4. Why do you want to save it? (What is special about it and why does it
continue to be important to you and your community?)
5. Describe the impending threat to your site? How imminent is it?
6. Describe the setting and context. Does the site retain its original character?
7. Who is involved in the effort to save your site? (i.e. an organization, local
government, a historical society, neighborhood association, etc.) Have these
organizations made a financial commitment to the effort? Are there any
groups that oppose the preservation of your site?
8. What specific action would protect this site? (i.e. Purchase and appropriate
rehabilitation? A feasibility study? Adaptive reuse? Better Zoning? Heritage
tourism?)
Don’t forget the final due date is April 15, 2008
Call for Nominations • 2008 Official Nomination FormWilmington and the Lower Cape Fear’s Most Threatened Historic Places
Historic Wilmington Foundation’s Most Threatened Historic Places Program recognizes Wilmington and the Lower Cape Fear region’s irreplaceable, architectural, historic, natural and archaeological sites that face imminent threat by demolition, alteration, inappropriate development, insufficient funding, or neglect. These special places play an important role in our community’s heritage and should be recognized and saved before it is too late.Please mail your completed Most Threatened Historic Places nomination to: Historic Wilmington Foundation Attn: Most Threatened Historic Places 516 North 4th Street Wilmington, NC 28401Nominations may be hand delivered to our offices at 516 North 4th StreetForms must be post marked by April 15, 2008
The 2008 List will be announced in May of 2008 during National Preservation Month.
Mail or Fax your form to:
Historic Wilmington Foundation
ATTN: Most Threatened Historic Places
516 North 4th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
If you have questions please contact us at 910.762.2511
Fax number 910-762-1551 or email [email protected]
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HomeTour SpecialVisit ten historic and inviting homes this spring including an
opportunity to see the the Williams House and the DannembaumHouse restorations.The delightful Turner House is where the
ribbon cutting occurs and the tour focuses on downtown, ForestHills and Carolina Court, all very walkable neighborhoods.
Tickets available now at a special member’s only rate of $10.00.Tickets will be limited to one ticket per member.
Business members may purchase two tickets.This special membership advantage will expire on April 11.
Ask us about membership specials during the ticket sales period.
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1 Turner House1103 WINDSOR DRIVE
RIBBON-CUTTING HOUSE
This grand 1949 NeoclassicalRevival-style residence is thehome of the current HWFPresident and his family. Built bythe Willetts family, originaldevelopers of the Glen Ardenneighborhood and founders ofCooperative Bank, the five-bed-room home is 5000 squarefeet and includes a patio, courtyard and delightful gardens. It was expanded in 1970and presents a magnificent setting to begin this year’s tour.LYNN & RODNEY TURNER
Enjoy free ice cream from Dairy Queen during the ribbon-cutting.
2 King House 2615 HYDRANGEA PLACE
Built in 1925 for the Roe family, thisNeoclassical Revival-style home wasone of the first constructed in theverdant Woodcrest neighborhood.Planned as a Dutch cottage, a grandfront porch was added in the1930s, a side porch was enclosedto contain a den and master bed-room in the 1990s, and the kitchenand entrance were expanded in thelast three years.ELIZABETH & WILLIAM KING3 Milam House
715 FOREST HILLS DRIVE
Nestled on 1.5 acres in ForestHills, this two-story NeoclassicalRevival-style showpiece was builtin 1942 for Saul Wahl, a women’sclothing store owner.The impos-ing Corinthian columns welcomeguests into 5000 square feet ofnewly renovated space.The homefeatures elevated ceilings and original windows, fireplaces andchandeliers, as well as a landscapeof original azalea and camellia plantings. NOELLE & TOM MILAM
4 Averitt House317 EAST RENOVAH CIRCLE The current owners bought this beautiful home,
the last built on Renovah, in 2001.It is a Cape Cod-style dwelling with a rear-facing dormer built in 1970 byGilbert Parish, who developed theneighborhood. Since 2001 renovationshave included beautiful landscaping,refinished hardwoods, new kitchenand a reconfigured entrance thatcompletes the flow of this singular residence.ANNA & MURPHY AVERITT
5 Flynn House302 WEST RENOVAH CIRCLE
Stylistically unique in the Beaumont neighbor-hood, this Contemporary property is exceptional in its use of interior space. A garden home built in 1963 by architects JohnOxenfeld and Hayward Newkirk, the housefaces inwards to a central courtyard that isthe naturally lit focal point of the rooms.Thehabitable outdoor space blends the home’s interior with the landscape.The currentowner, an architect, has also commissioned a sculpture by Michael Van Hout to beunveiled at the Home Tour. SUSAN & LIGON FLYNN
6 Youngblood House1914 NUN STREET
This Craftsman-style bungalow wasbuilt in 1931 for Richard Youngblood,a railroad clerk, and his wifeChristine.The owner has rehabilitat-ed the kitchen and restored thefaçade of the property while retain-ing original detailing, pine floors, afireplace, doors and hardware.Thishome is located in the CarolinaCourt neighborhood, part ofWilmington’s newest historic district.LAURA HUTTON
7 Dannembaum House221 NORTH 5TH AVENUE
This 1920s red brick house was built forBavarian immigrants Gustav and AnnaDannembaum, owners of a successfulladies’ garment store downtown.ThePrairie style residence is on tour as awork in progress by owner CGCRestorations. From beautiful hardwoodfloors to elaborate mantels, chandeliersand molding, this restoration is historicpreservation in action.FRANCISCO CASTILLO
8 Williams House10 SOUTH 5TH AVENUE
This imposing three-story, six bedroomItalianate gem was built for merchantGeorge Williams in 1868.The 8000 squarefoot home is currently being rehabilitatedto a single family home with new slateroofing, two levels of enclosed porches,new exterior porches and a third floordeck. Original fireplaces, chandeliers,crown molding and paneling with encaus-tic tiles are also being restored.LUCIA & TOM HUGHES
9 Durham-Davis House322 SOUTH 5TH AVENUE
This house has been painstakingly renovated by the owners, an artist andactress, with beautiful paneling andstained glass true to its original character.The 1890 Queen Anne-stylehome was built for dentist JamesDurham and bought in 1923 by rail-road clerk Charles Davis.This spectacu-lar project features a rare detachedcarriage house and won a 2007 HWFpreservation award.SYDNEY & ROBERT POWERS
10 Diamond Feed Store Courtyard on S. 2nd7 SOUTH 2ND STREET
A commercial property designed by notedarchitect Henry Bonitz, this property has beenhost to Shaw’s funeral home, stables and a billiards hall. Built in 1908 for Richard Warren,owner of a steam bakery, the property hasbeen a hub of downtown commerce, serving agrocer, dentist, bookseller, watchmaker and gunsmith over the years. In 2007, the propertyreceived a new lease on life as upscale condominiums.GENE MERRITT
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Preservation For ProfitWorkshop
Big Success!Historic Wilmington offered its second Preservation For Profit
workshop in mid-February and drew 70 participants. The workshopis a production of the Buildings Worth Saving Committee which hasworked continuously to refine and improve this highly informativeand thoughtful workshop. The focus of the presentation is on saving and redeveloping historic buildings with the tax credits andincentives. The highlight of this year’s workshop was the participa-tion by Colleen Gallagher, Senior Program Analyst with the Internal
Revenue Service. Ms. Gallagher made thekeynote address and took part in the financingsection of the workshop. The initiative was supported by significant gifts from CooperativeBank, Monteith Construction Corporation and
Sinclair Station, Inc., with additional support provided by Sparks Engineering PLLC, Self Help and RSM McGladrey, as well asmajor in-kind support from the City of Wilmington-Development Services and Historic Preservation Commission. This sup-port gave the Foundation the confidence to plan and execute a bold and expansive workshop which addressed a widerange of topics from the National Register and the economics of development, to the building code and almost everythingin between. Self Help also presented a very comprehensive case study of their rehabilitation of the former EfirdsDepartment Store building for their regional office.
The workshop drew 15 more participants this time than in the fall of 2006, and everyone went away armed with helpfulinformation and a comprehensive packet of handouts. The workshop is made possible by an array of expert presenters fromWilmington, as well as the expertise of the staff from the State Historic Preservation Office and the Self Help. “Helpingproperty owners, realtors, architects, attorneys and developers understand how to save and rehabilitate an old building isour mission. Educating people about historic preservation is exactly how we will protect and preserve our architectural heritage” concluded George Edwards, HWF director. Preservation For Profit is one more excellent tool Historic Wilmingtonis employing to preserve our architectural heritage.
As an added bonus, the City of Wilmington broadcast the workshop live this year and has replayed it on GTV, as well as made it available on the City’s website as streaming video. The City’s website also offers the opportunity to download presentations from the workshop. Another resource developed for the workshop is the Preservation For Profit brochurethat highlights the available tax credits and incentives for historic rehabilitations available at HWF or on line at www.historicwilmington.org.
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CALL FOR 2008 PRESERVATION
Award NominationsThis May is National Historic Preservation Month, and the Historic Wilmington Foundation will once again recognize
outstanding preservation projects completed before May 2008 through our Preservation Awards. These awards are
presented to people whose contributions demonstrate excellence in the categories of restoration, rehabilitation, adaptive
reuse, and appropriate new construction in a historic district. Historic structures over 50 years old qualify for restoration
awards and all projects and properties must be located within the Lower Cape Fear region. By identifying worthy
projects, the Foundation strives to educate the community on the importance of preservation and the role historic
structures play in building community identity.
The Historic Wilmington Foundation is also requesting nominations for 2008 Preservation Awards in the following
categories: David Brinkley Preservationist of the Year Award and the Thomas H. Wright Award for Lifetime Achievement
in Preservation. Nominations must be received by Friday, May 9th, 2008. Self-nominations are allowed.
HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUNDATION’S 2008 PRESERVATION AWARDS
NOMINATION FORM (MUST BE RECEIVED BY MAY 9, 2008)
Suggested Award Category: ________________________________________________________________________
Building or Project Name: _________________________________ Building Style:__________________________
Date of Construction: ___________________________ Project Completion Date: ____________________________
Nominee’s Name: _______________________________ Project Address:___________________________________
Telephone: _______________________________________ E-mail:_______________________________________
Owner’s Name & Contact info (if different from nominee): _______________________________________________
Nominated By (optional): __________________________________ Phone: ________________________________
We also require a brief history of the structure/site and a description of the preservation project.
Please include before & after photos of the project. Digital shots if possible.
Mail this form to: Historic Wilmington Foundation, Inc.
516 North Fourth Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 or fax to: 910.762.1551
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This acreage includes the Manhattan, Bronx, Pinehurst, Carolina
Court, Westbrook Gardens and Ardmore neighborhoods. One
possible name for the new
district is Westbrook, after
the Westbrook dairy and
vegetable farm which
occupied much of the land
in 1897.
Platted in 1911-1912 as
a response to the Delgado
Mills employees’ increasing
need for affordable housing,
the Manhattan and Bronx
neighborhoods were
developed by the
Manhattan Company and
advertised with the slogan
“Build Homes with Rent
Money.” Though the
integrity of some
structures has been
compromised with the
addition of vinyl siding
and windows, these homes
represent the valuable history of Wilmington’s working class.
The nearby Pinehurst neighborhood also represents historic
affordable housing.
In contrast, the Carolina Court neighborhood was platted by
D.R. Foster & Company in 1914 in an attempt
to build upon the wealth centered in the
Carolina Place and Carolina Heights neighbor-
hoods. The proximity of the trolley line made
the neighborhood desirable for those working
and middle-class residents who wished to live
farther outside of the city. Deeds in Carolina
Court stipulated cost, setback and race require-
ments that ultimately affected the growth of the
area, which is known for its large houses and
Craftsman-style bungalows featuring large
front porches.
South of the Carolina Court neighborhood
lies Westbrook Gardens, a subdivision platted in
1922 by Home Realty Company in response to
the widening of Carolina Avenue and the booming post-WWI
housing market. In 1924, the Ardmore subdivision, developed and
sold by O.T. Wallace, was platted into 168 lots which quickly
became host to dozens of
mid-size Craftsman-style
bungalows.
The updated survey and
the National Register
Nomination will continue the
process of documenting
Wilmington’s historic architec-
ture in hopes of preserving
significant neighborhoods.
Long-term effects would
include tax credits for the
rehabilitation of historic
structures, increased
community awareness of
Wilmington’s historic signifi-
cance, and could promote the
development of affordable
housing and create safer
neighborhoods. The designa-
tion of this area as a National
Register Historic District will
ensure the recognition and protection of these valuable historic
neighborhoods.
By Maggie O’Connor
Historic Preservation Planner, City of Wilmington
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The Bruce Cavenaught Suzuki Charity Raffle is changing seasons and tickets will be available in April. This year Bruce Cavenaugh will give away 2 new 2008 Suzukis with all taxes,
registration and fees paid.
Last year HWF sold a $1000 worth of tickets and all the money when to programs.
Please plan to buy your ticket from us this spring and help us underwrite historic
preservation!
“I Give (an extra) $40.00 a year”Historic Wilmington Foundation, Inc.
Historic Preservation Leadership Since 1966
IG40 ReportSince the inception of the IG40 campaign at
the 2006 Annual Meeting, generous friends
and members of Historic Wilmington
Foundation have contributed $3120.00 dollars
to the I Give an extra $40 initiative. The
campaign was envisioned as a way for the
Foundation to raise extra dollars to provide
small incentive grants to organizations and to
assist preservation projects in need of a jump
start. To date the fund has awarded $950 to
worthy projects. Central Missionary Baptist
Church received $500 as a challenge grant to
help them raise $7000 to repair the leaking
roof on their historic church. They exceeded
their goal and raised $8000. WARM, the
Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry,
received $400 toward the costs of the repair
and repainting of the house on North 7th
Street that WARM and Historic Wilmington
rehabbed last fall. Finally, the Northside
Resource Center received $50 for some of
their publicity efforts during the start-up of
the neighborhood center. If you have not
made a gift or you need a replacement decal,
please call and make your extra $40.00 gift
today. It will be appreciated and we can put
the money to work.
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