Concord, New Hampshire – On May 10th nine projects across the Granite State were recognized by the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance for outstanding achievement in preservation at its annual announcement ceremony in Concord. The awards recognize individuals, organizations and corporations for work or projects in the categories of restoration and stewardship, rehabilitation and adaptive use, compatible new construction and advocacy.
State Architectural Historian James L. Garvin of Pembroke was also honored for his outstanding contributions to the preservation of landmark structures, artifacts and communities in New Hampshire. Two generations of preservation advocates and professionals, and countless historic places, have benefited from his thoughtful, practical and pioneering research and outstanding communication and advocacy skills.
“We welcome this opportunity to recognize outstanding projects and people, offer thanks and inspire others,” said the Preservation Alliance’s executive director Jennifer Goodman. “These awards showcase how investment in community landmarks not only revives irreplaceable landmarks, but also brings people together, supports local jobs, and increases visibility for important civic issues,” said Preservation Alliance board member and awards committee chair Paula Cabot of Loudon.
In addition to the leadership award for James Garvin, the award-winning projects include:
Six construction projects:
· Center Meetinghouse Committee for the rehabilitation of the Center Meetinghouse, Newbury
· Jackson Public Library for the adaptive use of the Trickey Barn
· Tri-County Community Action Program for the rehabilitation of the Ashland School
· 1850 Associates for the revitalization of the Pandora Mill
· Town of Gorham for the rehabilitation of the Gorham Town Hall
· State of New Hampshire for the rehabilitation of the New Hampshire State Library
Three educational initiatives:
· Historical Society of Amherst for documentation and education, for Walking Tours of Amherst Village
· Curtains Without Borders for the documentation and education, the N.H. Historic Theater Scenery Survey Project
· Moultonborough Heritage Commission, Elizabeth Durfee Hengen Award for education and planning
“This year is the Preservation Alliance’s 25th, and the 162 awards given over the years is a timeline of sorts of the preservation movement in New Hampshire and its heroes,” said Michael Bruss, chairman of the board of directors of the Preservation Alliance.
Award program is sponsored by Sheehan Phinney Bass +Green, The Common Man Restaurants, and North Branch Construction as well as Lavallee Brensinger Architects, The Lumber Barn, Marvin Windows and Doors, Meridian Construction Corporation, Preservation Company and Thurston Millwork. 25th Anniversary sponsors Elizabeth Durfee Hengen, Preservation Consultant, Fifield Building Restoration & Relocation, and Vintage Kitchens. Steve Booth Photography and Bedford Fields also contributed services to the event.
The New Hampshire Preservation Alliance is the statewide membership organization dedicated to preserving historic buildings, communities and landscapes through leadership, education and advocacy. Current priorities include providing assistance to community leaders and promoting the use of easements, barn preservation and tax incentives.
