Nov 8Midtown Atlanta - Peachtree Street was once lined with homes.The William and Maude Cosgrove House was located on Peachtree between 6th and 7th Streets. He was the president of Atlanta Gas Light Company, and he and Maude took long trips to Europe each year. When Cosgrove retired in 1907, he said they were going to Europe "maybe 6 months, or maybe a year." The house to the right of here (at the time home of Frank & Birdie Hawkins) made the news in 1905: "Professional Porch Climbers steal jewels while family has dinner downstairs." Several thousand dollars of jewels were stolen while they ate. Peachtree Street's commercial growth was reaching this part of Midtown by the 1930s. By 1940, this block was half commercial and several homes had converted to boardinghouses. The houses were demolished over the years. Viewpoint was completed nearly 20 years ago. At the time it was being built, the block had several surface parking lots. If you're enjoying these Atlanta posts and want to see more like this, let us know! #midtownatl #atlanta #atlantahistory #midtownatlanta #architecture #thenandnowLatest
Nov 8Midtown Atlanta - Peachtree Street was once lined with homes.The William and Maude Cosgrove House was located on Peachtree between 6th and 7th Streets. He was the president of Atlanta Gas Light Company, and he and Maude took long trips to Europe each year. When Cosgrove retired in 1907, he said they were going to Europe "maybe 6 months, or maybe a year." The house to the right of here (at the time home of Frank & Birdie Hawkins) made the news in 1905: "Professional Porch Climbers steal jewels while family has dinner downstairs." Several thousand dollars of jewels were stolen while they ate. Peachtree Street's commercial growth was reaching this part of Midtown by the 1930s. By 1940, this block was half commercial and several homes had converted to boardinghouses. The houses were demolished over the years. Viewpoint was completed nearly 20 years ago. At the time it was being built, the block had several surface parking lots. If you're enjoying these Atlanta posts and want to see more like this, let us know! #midtownatl #atlanta #atlantahistory #midtownatlanta #architecture #thenandnow
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Places in PerilThe Georgia Trust's Places in Peril program seeks to identify and preserve historic sites threatened by demolition, neglect, lack of maintenance, inappropriate development or insensitive public policy.
Grants & FellowshipsThe Trust offers grants for historic preservation projects, as well as fellowships for research and travel study.
- Advocacy
The Georgia Trust works with a statewide network of preservation advocates who encourage state and national public policies that promote the preservation of historic resources and tax credits and funding for preservation projects.
- Historic Preservation Institute
Throughout the year, the Trust offers courses that feature various topics including the history of Atlanta's architecture, the legal foundations of historic preservation, and the economic incentives available to rehab projects.
- African American Preservation Program
The Georgia Trust is expanding its educational efforts and enhancing hands-on assistance to provide African American sites with successful tools for preservation.
- Revolving Fund
Established in 1990, the Revolving Fund provides effective alternatives to demolition or neglect of architecturally and historically significant properties by promoting their rehabilitation and enabling owners of endangered historic properties to connect with buyers who will reha
- Easements
A preservation easement is a legal interest which regulates changes to a historic building and its land and may be given or sold by a property owner to a charitable organization.
- Preservation Awards
For more than 40 years, the Trust has recognized preservation projects and individuals in the state who have made significant contributions to the field of historic preservation.
Rockwell Church in Winder, Georgia.
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Built around 1815, Traveler's Rest served the Unicoi Turnpike…
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Our Fall Ramble took us to the campus of Berry College today.
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A perfect Saturday in Rome for our Fall Ramble!
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Scenes from today's Fall Ramble as we explored incredible homes and historic sites in…
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Famed architect Neel Reid designed this house in 1923 for James White, Jr.
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Midtown Atlanta - Peachtree Street was once lined with homes.
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A 1907 Athens beauty!
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Scaring off a burglar by coughing?
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Sharing an exciting event in Athens!
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Building a Stronger Foundation for Preservation in Newington!
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What is this building with “Middle Court House District 1271” stenciled on the side of it in Douglas County?
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📣 Georgia's Preservation Community Speaks Up for Section 106.
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James C. Daniel House, c. 18101 min read · Oct 1
Cochran Davenport Farmstead, c. 1885, 19881 min read · Aug 25
The Last Link to a Forgotten Quaker Settlement: Rock House, Thomson, GA1 min read · Jul 28
The House That Keeps Revealing Revolutionary Secrets: Meadow Garden, Augusta, GA2 min read · Jul 14
The Fort That Refused to Surrender: Fort Morris, Midway, GA1 min read · Jul 1
Old Griffin Hospital4 min read · Jun 29The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation Awards $165,000 to 18 Historic Sites Across Georgia3 min read · Jun 23
The Forgotten Patriots of the Revolution: Black Patriots Monument, Washington, GA1 min read · Jun 17
The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation Awards African American Grant to Herndon Home Museum in Atlanta3 min read · Jun 16
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With partners
📣 Georgia's Preservation Community Speaks Up for Section 106.
With Atlanta Preservation Center
📣 Georgia's Preservation Community Speaks Up for Section 106.
With DeKalb History Center
📣 Georgia's Preservation Community Speaks Up for Section 106.
With Dunwoody Preservation Trust
📣 Georgia's Preservation Community Speaks Up for Section 106.
With Olmsted Linear Park
About
Learn more about Georgia’s only statewide nonprofit preservation organization and find a list of Officers and Board of Trustees.
The Mission of the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation is to work for the preservation and revitalization of Georgia’s diverse historic resources and advocate their appreciation, protection and use.
The Vision of the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation is for Georgians to understand and appreciate the irreplaceable value of historic buildings and places and their relevance to modern life. We envision Georgians who promote careful stewardship and active use of these diverse resources and recognize the economic and cultural benefits of preservation. We envision communities where new development complements and reinforces thriving downtowns and historic neighborhoods, contributing to a healthy and enriched humane environment.
Get Involved! Find out how you can become a member of The Georgia Trust.
Map and detailed directions to visit Rhodes Hall, the headquarters of The Georgia Trust. Information on touring Rhodes Hall or renting Rhodes Hall for an event.
Free guest parking is available behind Rhodes Hall at 1495 Spring Street.
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- Midtown, Atlanta
- Founded
- 1974
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- 23-7357226
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- georgiatrust.org
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