Author Archives
Lolly Barnes is the Executive Director of the Mississippi Heritage Trust, a statewide nonprofit organization working to save and renew places meaningful to Mississippians and their history.
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Hop On The Bus For A Mad Mod Affair In The Delta
Mississippi Heritage Trust Mad Mod Affair Delta Saturday, April 2 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.-Architectural Tour of the Delta $25 a person Architects in the mid-twentieth century defied tradition and experimented with color, form and materials to create the… Read More ›
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Almost Time for 10 Most!
On Thursday, October 22, the Mississippi Heritage Trust will announce the 10th list of the 10 Most Endangered Historic Places in Mississippi at the Lowry House in Jackson, once endangered and now undergoing an extensive restoration. The Mississippi Heritage Trust… Read More ›
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Follow the Preservation Trail
As we approach the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, it is hard to look back over the past ten years without feeling a tidal wave of emotions. Yes, loss and sadness are certainly there, but I find, for myself, that I… Read More ›
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Is It Historic? Is It Endangered? Is It Worth Fighting For?
On Thursday, October 22, the Mississippi Heritage Trust will announce the 10th listing of the 10 Most Endangered Historic Places in Mississippi at the Lowry House in Jackson, once endangered and now undergoing a remarkable transformation. Is there a historic… Read More ›
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Sausage Anyone?
Preservationists around the state are on the edge of their seats as this session of the Mississippi Legislature draws to a close. House Bill 155, authored by the Speaker of the House and champion of the state historic tax credit,… Read More ›
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Hattiesburg, Here We Come!
Listen Up! Historic Preservation Conference April 22-23, 2015 Oddfellows Gallery, Hattiesburg, Mississippi Hosted by the Mississippi Heritage Trust In many ways, preservation projects are like a puzzle. You need to find the right fit of purpose, financing, incentives and talent…. Read More ›
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Update on Mississippi Landmark Status for the Meridian Police Department
Although the Mississippi Department of Archives and History Board of Trustees voted to place the Meridian Police Station under consideration for Mississippi Landmark status in October 2014, it did not bring up the request to designate the Meridian Police Department as a Mississippi Landmark… Read More ›
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Yes Virginia, there is hope for the Meridian Police Department
OK preservationists, finish up those letters to Santa and get your comments in to the Mississippi Department of Archives and History in support of Mississippi Landmark status for the Meridian Police Department. The salient facts: The building is a watershed of… Read More ›
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Are You In the Mood for MOD?
Are you in the mood for fun, quirky and quite fantastic architecture? So are we! At times misunderstood when constructed, modernist buildings are now considered the “new historic,” with a whole new audience of enthusiastic building-huggers awakening to the creative… Read More ›
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Update on Meridian Police Department
At the October 17 meeting of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History Board of Trustees, the trustees voted to consider the Meridian Police Department as a Mississippi Landmark. The City of Meridian has requested permission to demolish this outstanding modernist building, but has not announced any plans for the site.
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Hello Hummingbirds!
This fall is a busy time at the Mississippi Heritage Trust’s coast office, and not just for critters. Last Monday, we were thrilled to share this architectural masterpiece with Main Streeters from Mississippi, Louisiana and Arkansas who were in Ocean Springs for the Destination Downtown conference. Then on Saturday, architect Ligia Romer shared her thoughts on the “Frank versus Louis” debate with over thirty guests. Her lecture series will continue on October 18 with “Period versus Progress” and November 15 with “The Big Story and the Small Town,” both at 2:00 p.m.
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To Preserve and Protect
Designed by eminent Mississippi architect Chris Risher, the Meridian Police Department is a watershed of modernist design worthy of preservation. Reflecting international trends in architecture, the building represents Meridian’s aspirations in the 1970s to become a city of architectural renown. The City of Meridian recently submitted a request to the Mississippi Department of Archives and History for a permit to demolish this intriguing building.
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Break Out Those Markers!
The Mississippi Heritage Trust is calling all young artists to share their drawings, paintings, sculptures and photographs of the historic places that matter the most to them. In addition to being featured on the Mississippi Heritage Trust’s online gallery, a few… Read More ›
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Listen Up! Student Art Competition-Silent Dream of Square Books by Conor Hultman
Silent Dream of Square Books by Conor Hultman, Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science, Columbus Square Books, under a cozy and comfortable façade, hold the history of human trials and triumph through corridors of the written word, past the covers… Read More ›
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Listen Up! Student Art Competition-Forgotten Academy by Abigail Wippel
Forgotten Academy by Abigail Wippel, Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science, Columbus This drawing shows what Elizabeth Female Academy looks like now and what it would have looked like during its use in the 1800s.
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Listen Up! Student Art Competition-Aerial View of the Capitol by Alex Duckworth
Aerial View of the Capitol by Alex Duckworth, St. Andrew’s Episcopal School, Jackson The Capitol Building is the source of Mississippi’s government. Along with its importance of government, the Capitol’s architecture was very intricate in its Beaux-Arts architectural style.
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Listen Up! Student Art Competition-Temple Heights by Nicholas Elder
Temple Heights by Nicholas Elder, Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science As I walk up the stairs from the street I crane my neck to admire the towering house as it radiates in the setting sun. Candles and torches are… Read More ›
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Pretty as a Picture
Preservationists rejoice! The White House Hotel in Biloxi reopened its doors last night.
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OK! Time for PK!
If you were not able to make it to Tupelo for all the fun and festivities last month, I have a treat in store for you. Allen Pegues with Premium Productions just happened to stop by for PechaKucha night, so… Read More ›
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School is Out-For the Count?
The Mississippi Department of Archives and History Board of Trustees will consider two requests for demolition of Mississippi Landmarks at their Friday, July 18 meeting: Guntown School in Lee County, and Eupora School Gymnasium in Webster County.
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Beauty and the Beach
The White House Hotel in Biloxi is a bustle of activity these days, as workers plant flowers, lay grass, install railings around the pool and put the finishing touches on the Grand Lady of the Gulf as she gets ready… Read More ›
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Burger and Shake Please!
After a brief hiatus, Jackson’s classic soda fountain Brent’s Drugs is back and better than ever. We certainly are lucky to have preservationists like Brad Reeves and his partners Johnathan Shull and Amanda and Nathan Wells to carry the torch…. Read More ›
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We Love Our Tax Credits, Oh Yes We Do…
Earlier this year, there were some anxious moments when it looked as if our state historic tax credit might die an ignominious death in the legislature. Thanks to the vociferous support of preservationists from around the state and forward-thinking… Read More ›
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Changing of the Guard
Preservationists throw the best parties. Last week in Tupelo, we kicked off the Listen Up! Historic Preservation Conference with a tour of the historic Highland Circle neighborhood led by Bruce Smith, then repaired to Doyce and Bill Deas’ lovely home… Read More ›
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Amazing
Amazing. That is the word that best captures the spirit of this year’s Listen Up! Historic Preservation Conference and Heritage Awards Luncheon. I could not help but be delighted, engaged and inspired by all the wonderful stories our conference participants… Read More ›
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Ready, Set, Tupelo!
The Listen Up! Historic Preservation Conference is right around the corner! It’s not too late to sign up for this amazing opportunity to learn from your fellow preservationists about great things that are happening around Mississippi and how to make… Read More ›
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And the winner is…
Preservation in Mississippi! That’s right, our very own blog will be receiving a 2014 Heritage Award for Preservation Education from the Mississippi Heritage Trust at the awards luncheon in Tupelo June 10. I wonder if E.L. Malvaney will show up to accept… Read More ›
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