The newsletter of the Cleveland Restoration Society, NEO's voice for historic preservation. We believe in the future of our built heritage, from our neighborhoods to our monumental landmarks. 
NOVEMBER 2020 PRESERVATION NEWS & EVENTS
YOU'RE INVITED TO OUR VIRTUAL BOOK DISCUSSION!
CHAPTER 1 OF THE MAKING OF CLEVELAND'S BLACK SUBURB IN THE CITY
During these tough times, the Cleveland Restoration Society realizes there is strength in the past to help move us forward, toward a more promising future. Join Dr. Todd Michney, CRS Marketing & Events Specialist Stephanie Phelps and President Kathleen H. Crowther on Zoom throughout the Thanksgiving and winter holidays, for our CRS Book Discussion!
 
What we’re reading:
The Making of Cleveland’s Black Suburb in the City: Lee-Seville and Lee-Harvard. In its entree into the world of book publishing, CRS chronicles the life and times of Cleveland’s Black home builders and their contribution to the foundations of the city’s southeastern region, known as Lee-Seville and Lee-Harvard.

Get the book!
Buy it here and have it shipped to you! Or go to Harvard Community Services Center, Lee Road Baptist Church, Mac’s Backs-Books on Coventry, Appletree Books, Visible Voice Books, Loganberry Books, Cleveland Museum of Art Gift Shop and the Cleveland Public Library Main Branch Gift Shop.

When we’re meeting:
Thursday, December 03, 2020, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 17, 2020, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 07, 2021, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

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Make history by preserving history.
From the REHABILITATION OF THE DALL-MAYS HOUSES


to the FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS TRAIL IN CLEVELAND,


YOU make our work possible.


Donate online at clevelandrestoration.org/donate or mail a check to: Cleveland Restoration Society, 3751 Prospect Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
YOUR MAIL IS IMPORTANT TO US!
Since the pandemic began and our staff has been largely working from home, we have been using the US Postal Service’s mail forwarding service. Unfortunately, that service has been experiencing some hiccups, including delivery delays. In some cases, contributions have been returned to our members! We are so grateful for your support, and every gift is important to us. If your donation or membership renewal is returned to you, please email info@clevelandrestoration.org and we will assist you. And if your check has cleared but you haven’t received your thank you letter, please know that it is on its way!

If you would like to make your Annual Fund donation online, please go to www.clevelandrestoration.org/donate.

Thank you for preserving the places we love.
DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER! HERITAGE HOME PROGRAM VIRTUAL PRESENTATIONS
HISTORIC PROPERTY OPPORTUNITY: NEWBURGH MASONIC TEMPLE
The Newburgh Masonic Temple is a City of Cleveland local landmark and a contributing structure to the Miles Park Historic District listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Designed by architect William J. Carter, the temple was constructed in 1917, and features a robust design typical of period Masonic structures.

A recent walk through of the building with a structural engineer determined that, in general, the building is in good condition and can be investigated for renovation and re-use. While this magnificent building retains structural integrity, it is facing continued deterioration following prolonged vacancy, and a pending foreclosure.

Presently, there is an opportunity for a new visionary to obtain the building at a low acquisition cost. Cleveland Restoration Society and local community development partners are issuing a call to advocacy, and invite interested development partners to further discuss opportunities for this treasured asset, ready for new life.

To learn more please contact Amanda Cramer, Planning Project Manager at Union Miles Development Corporation amandac@unionmiles.org or 216-341-0757.
LAKE VIEW CEMETERY JOINS NPS' NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD NETWORK
Cleveland’s Lake View Cemetery will be listed on the National Park Service’s National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom program, according to U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown. Lake View is the final resting place for multiple individuals who participated in the Underground Railroad in Ohio.

The Network to Freedom Program includes over 650 locations throughout the United States with the mission to honor, preserve and promote the history of resistance to enslavement through escape and flight, which continues to inspire people worldwide. 
EVENTS CALENDAR
Thursday, November 12th • 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 pm
Americans with Disabilities Act & Historic Rehabilitation Webinar
Online Event
Heritage Ohio

Join us for this webinar, to increase the understanding of when it is essential to upgrade a structure to meet guidelines for the Americans with Disabilities Act and when the Ohio Building Code will require changes. It is equally important to understand when changes are NOT required. Guidance will cover how historic properties can be made accessible while preserving the historic character; what steps can be taken to conduct a simple audit as a planning step; how to review applicable codes; and when to consult professionals. Wouldn’t it be great to avoid adding an elevator to a small budget project? Understanding the scope of the project undertaken and how to maintain those limits increases the chances of success when applying for grants, when controlling costs on the project, and when improving the building to welcome the public.


Thursday, November 12th • 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Cozad-Bates House Virtual Visit
Facebook Live
University Circle Inc.

Take a sneak peek inside the first phase of construction at the Cozad-Bates House – University Circle’s only surviving Pre-Civil War home. A new interpretive center will open in 2021 to highlight this area’s history as a center of anti-slavery activism and honor those seeking freedom through indoor exhibits and outdoor installations. No registration required.


Wednesday, November 18th • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Dealing with Decorative Plaster
Online Event
Heritage Ohio

Some of us are lucky enough to have decorative plaster in our homes or businesses, but in the age of drywall is there any way save it when it's deteriorated, missing sections, or caked with 20 layers of paint? The pros at John Canning & Co say yes and they'll share some of the common plaster problems, and how they've solved those problems, featuring a variety of their restoration projects.


Wednesday, November 18th • 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Preservation Advocacy During the Congressional Lame-Duck and Looking Forward to the 117th Congress
Online Event
Preservation Leadership Forum

Join preservation partners, congressional staff, and National Trust’s government relations team for a presentation on the most pressing policy issues facing the preservation community in the months ahead. Learn how the results of the election provide opportunities and challenges for preservation priorities during the lame duck Congressional session and beyond. Advocates will discuss potential areas of focus for the last days of the 116th Congress, and will look forward to likely early priorities of the 117th Congress. There will be a follow up webinar in January or early February that will discuss strategy for relevant priorities in the first 100 days of the new Congress and the Administration.


Wednesday, December 2nd • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Winter City: How to engage during the coldest months
Online Event
Heritage Ohio

Join Isla Tanaka with the City of Edmonton for a discussion on keeping your community truly vibrant and active even during the coldest months of the year.
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Support has been provided by Ohio Humanities, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the federal CARES Act of 2020.

Generous project support is also provided by The Louise H. and David S. Ingalls Foundation.

The African American Civil Rights Trail project is supported through a grant from the African American Civil Rights grant program as administered by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior. The project has also been funded in part by a grant from the Johanna Favrot Fund for Historic Preservation of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
 
The views and conclusions contained in this document are those of the authors and should not be interpreted as representing the opinions or policies of the U.S. Government. Mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute their endorsement by the U.S. Government.