History / Preservation

Santa Barbara's Lost Historical Treasures

Some are questioning county's permit process after old Montecito home was partially demolished

July 22, 2000 - Santa Barbara News-Press

Preserving Santa Anita's Racetrack

National trust names Santa Anita as one of America's 11 most endangered places. The City of Arcadia is making dramatic changes -- but at what price?

July 10, 2000 - Los Angeles Conservancy

Saving Historic Homes

Sacramento Bee editorial praises annual "Fainted Ladies" tour to save historic homes endangered by demolition.

July 8, 2000 - The Sacramento Bee

Historic Hotel Revival in San Jose

A historic hotel in San Jose is being restored as a boutique hotel.

July 3, 2000 - San Jose Mercury News

Communities Before Monuments

Ten governors urge Clinton administration to consultlocal communities before creating or expanding nationalmonuments.

July 1, 2000 - The San Diego Union-Tribune

Preservation's Losing Struggle In Los Angeles

New Times LA: critical insider's guide to LA's losing battle to preserve its historic buildings.

June 8, 2000 - New Times-LA

Pasadena's Raymond Theater: Preserve or Develop?

Empty 1920's historic theater: is there room for both historic preservation and economic development?

May 31, 2000 - Los Angeles Business Journal

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