Known for its substantial collection of Asian and Egyptian art, The Cleveland Museum of Art is nestled into the east side of the city in the Wade Park District. In 1913, three prominent Cleveland residents, Hinman Hurlbut, John Huntington and Horace Kelley, bestowed an endowment of $750 million dollars to build the museum, all with …
Jamaica Station that is! When we think New York City, we think of it as the center of the United States. Easily one of the most populated cities in America, it’s the heart of our country, and with so many people in and out of the city everyday, it’s a wonder anyone can keep up …
It’s the eighth largest church in the world, the largest Catholic church in the United States and the tallest habitable building in Washington D.C. The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception has been standing proud since it opened in 1959. Believe it or not, the Basilica’s dome is only 7 feet, making …
It all started with the Centennial Exhibition in 1876. As America’s first World Fair, Memorial Hall was built for visitors to relish in art from around the globe. Memorial Hall became a permanent fixture in Philadelphia and today it’s the main building on the campus of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The new museum featured …
The best part about the holidays are decorations! Trees, windows, streets… and even landmark buildings! Each year in December we see those awe-inspiring historical buildings beautifully decorated. But if it wasn’t for BirdMaster’s contribution, those picturesque views might not even be there! After all, protecting our nation’s landmarks from the effects of bird guano is …
After a devastating earthquake 25 years ago that ruined a section of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, the bridge has finally been restored. But it seems that the old bridge section, won’t be demolished anytime soon. The old section is filled with 800 double-breasted cormorants that have nested there and have made it obvious they …
The best part about preserving architecture is that it lasts well into the future. And with history you’re sure to get a few stories. Every October, thousands of people take part in Halloween festivities. At the top of the list are haunted houses. Historic buildings especially those involved in the Salem Witch Trails, are filled with …
No matter where you come from, living in New York City is a dream come true. Imagine living in a luxurious, state of the art apartment building in Manhattan, facing the “most famous and beloved urban park in the world.” Owned initially by the Clarks, the same owners of the reputable Dakota, The Langham has …
May is Historic Preservation Month so people and organizations, big and small, should take some time to celebrate history, architecture, and historic buildings or landmarks.
We’ve just completed yet another historic preservation project, this time on what is arguably the most recognizable landmark on the planet.