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We can't simply re-hash the same stories that have already been written -- we need new research, new facts, and new insight in to the histories of these properties. -- Nathan Krämer

Sensitive Architectural Design contains a hint of what is to follow and the memory of what has just past.

Project Notes
Nomination Criteria to Registry Page

General Goals

• Conduct "In depth" research on local landmark properties through interviews, public forums and material gathering
• Formalize research into pamphlet, news articles, public programs, tours, archive files.

Purpose

• To present compelling information to the community to develop appreciation of our heritage and historic assets. Expanded Mission Statement
• Provide for a historic record of this landmarks

Strategic Goals

• 2 months
  • process notes from Memory Lane Event for the Historic Downtown District project
     
• 6 months
  • develop method of identifying landmarks
  • develop a frame work to gather, document and archive history of landmarks
  • conduct additional activities for continued development of the Historic Downtown District project
     
• 12 months
  • develop historic summaries of selected Landmarks and archive documentation
  • develop walking tour for Historic Downtown District
  • conduct programs pertaining to Historic Landmarks
  • publish landmark histories in news articles, pamphlets, and website -- 10-12 properties.
     
• 2 years 
  • ?? implement a program to formally recognize landmarks through Historic Signage/Markers, annual preservation awards and events (such as walking tour).
  • ?? establish a location for a physical archive for local historic materials
  • published (web site) historic research for 20 local historic properties.
     
• 5 years
  • ?? Establish (in conjunction with local government) Preservation Protection Process for select Landmarks
  • publish (web site) historic research for the 100+ local historic properties.
• Project Description  -- put on web page

Secondary Tasks

• Develop Downtown District PAGE
• Develop Historic Summaries of selected Landmarks
• Develop research format and Model for initial description and summary
• Develop a Local History Time Line
• Develop process to write historic summaries
• Develop Answers (and questions) for the FAQ section.
• Find another Committee Member and Research
• Develop News Articles on Landmarks
• Historical Marks  (Brass Plaques)  http://www.wagnerfoundry.com/index.html
• Get resources from the state on how to conduct Historic Building Surveys.
• Develop the Nomination and Selection Process
  • Promote
  • Nomination Form   (Nomination vs Evaluation forms)
• Develop categorizes and classifications
• Get copy of Resolution about Historic District from City
• Develop a Guide:  "How to research your historic property in Blair."  -  Resources
• Investigate Certified Local Governments (CLGs)
• Develop (promote) Online Property Discussions (questions of the week)
• Establish Licensing standards for Archival Material
• Look for Old Blair Phone Books for research

Develop the Nomination and Selection Process

• Application example  http://assist.neded.org/edgerton/enroll.html
• How do I list my property. http://coloradohistory-oahp.org/FAQ/list.htm
• About National Registry  http://www.nebraskahistory.org/histpres/nrhp.htm

Develop Documentation Process

• Develop Initial Description (Property Name, Location, significant Dates, Architect/Building, Style, Uses, current photograph)
• Develop a basic summary (2-3 paragraphs)
• Locate period photographs
• Maintain a bibliography of resources        Example
• Hold "Community Reminisce Sessions" for oral histories
• Interview Resource People (Oral Histories)
• Standardize Data Form
• Licensing Archival Material
• Digital Imaging
• Care of Images

Miscellaneous tasks

• Follow up with State Preservation Office on 1987 Survey
  "During a Historic Building Survey of Blair in 1987, 132 sites were noted"   -- Blair Enterprise 6.20.97
   
• Preview Microfiche from State Historic Library
  Washington County, Nebraska; RG2793. Available on microfiche