Repair it, restore it or tear it down? Could “This Old House” be a very special place? It’s that time of year again, time to honor those who work to preserve and restore the places in our community that lend so much character to our life in Missoula. Have you or your neighbor transformed a wretch of a building to a livable wonder?
The Missoula Historic Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for the 2010 Missoula Historic Preservation Awards. According to Missoula’s Historic Preservation Officer, Philip Maechling, nominations must be submitted for the 2010 Preservation Awards program by Monday March 1st at 5:00 p.m. “This is an opportunity to say thanks,” said Maechling,” to those responsible for restoring an old house, for designing an addition that is compatible with the historic character of the neighborhood, for painting projects that emphasize the historic architectural elements of a home, or for contributing to community preservation as an individual or group. Such recognition has been shown to help inspire new projects that continue to make Missoula a “Preserve America” community.” The 20th Annual Missoula Historic Preservation Awards are judged by the Missoula Historic Preservation Commission, with the awards given during National Historic Preservation Month, May, 2010. Projects must have been completed in, 2007, 2008 or 2009. Categories include:
Commercial & Residential Restoration
Compatible New Construction and Additions
Renovation & Rehabilitation
Maintenance & Repair
Painted Lady
Adaptive Reuse
Site & Landscape Preservation
Preservation Information & Education
Individual or Group Contribution
DEADLINE for Nominations—March 1st, 2010
Contact Philip Maechling if you would like more information. Download the 2010 Nomination Form (in Word). View the 2009 Preservation Award winners.