Demolition by Neglect: You Can Save a Building Too!

Presented by Orange County Historian Johanna Yuan and Joan  Porr,  the first part of the talk will  speak about a historic building nearly demolished by a private property owner  and what she did as a resident to rally the community and politicians to save  it. Joan will follow the preservation of the Broadway & Carpenter  building to discuss how historically preservationists tried to save  Downing-associated buildings from Urban Renewal demolition in the 1970s.  This effort helped pave the path for  Newburgh to become the second largest historic district in the state.  

You’ll also learn about the self-guided tour of buildings  designed by Downing and other contemporary architects, the historic markers  at 355 Grand and the dedication marker for Schuyler at Downing park.

AIA credits available

Visit thefullerton.org for program details.  

RSVP to thefullertoncenter@gmail.com