Please join us at the St. Philips Day in Germanton. Starting at 10:00 am until noon at the United Methodist Church in Germanton!
And on May 19 at the Hauser's Garden Pary for PHF members. Starting at 9:00 am and then a 10:30 am tour of the Wachovia Gardens. Any questions call John Hauser at 336-407-5959
Group formed to save St Philips
A local group has been formed and will be meeting on Feb 26 to discuss options. Check their website.
Journal Now article about St. Philips in Germanton
New life for an old church?
The Preservation Action Committee has just met and will be making a recommendation to the board about possible action. Stay tuned!
The Preservation Action Committee has just met and will be making a recommendation to the board about possible action. Stay tuned!
Some Special Events for Black History Month in Forsyth County
Check out the Family Heritage Fest at St. Philips in Old Salem.
Also on February 18 is Rosenwald Recognition Day!
Historic Forsyth County Library
PHF Board has taken the position that the original portion of the Forsyth Public Library should be considered for it historic significance. Designed by noted local architect Luther Lashmit the building was at the forefront of contemporary design when it was built in 1953 and used the highest quality materials. While we don't have any position on the location of the library, the reuse of the original building should be considered by the library or a subsequent tenant. Some of the issues raised about the building, such as being 'dingy' looking, appear to be largely deferred maintenance.
According to published reports, the property was a gift for a public Library and would return to ownership of the Z. Smith Reynolds if they do leave the property.
Representatives from PHF attended the first two meetings this past week and another public input meeting will be on March 6 at the new WS/FC Career Center at 6pm. You can view a video about other nearby new library and make comments online.
According to published reports, the property was a gift for a public Library and would return to ownership of the Z. Smith Reynolds if they do leave the property.
Representatives from PHF attended the first two meetings this past week and another public input meeting will be on March 6 at the new WS/FC Career Center at 6pm. You can view a video about other nearby new library and make comments online.
Essay Contest starting!
We are starting a new contest this year, of ideas on how to use historic preservation to improve our community. Prizes will be awarded for the top three entries: $200 for first place, $100 for second place, and $50 for third place. See the details and rules on the Essay Contest page at the top tab.
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