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Author Archives: Benjamin Briggs

Hillside Estate Recognized as Significant Statewide

Architecture, Greensboro History, Greensboro Preservation NewsBy Benjamin BriggsAugust 10, 2015

Hillside is a grand home in Fisher Park built by Julian Price that has been recognized by the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Officer to be of statewide significance. The significance…

Cascade Saloon Restoration Plan in Development

Architecture, Development Fund, Greensboro History, Greensboro Preservation News, Treasured Places Watch ListBy Benjamin BriggsJuly 20, 2015

A nationally recognized construction company with over $2 billion in construction currently underway, with experience in 38 states, and countless awards under its belt is planning to restore Greensboro’s historic…

An Iconic Mansion with a Tabloid Past Opens for One-Time Tour

Architecture, Greensboro History, Greensboro Preservation News, Tour of Historic HomesBy Benjamin BriggsMay 11, 2015

Built as the home for prominent lawyer and businessman Alfred Moore Scales (1870- 1940) and his wife Mary (1892-1960), this two-story, brick Neoclassical Revival residence at 1207 Lakewood Drive is located in…

Mid-Century Modern Stunner on Historic Home Tour

Architecture, Greensboro History, Modern Architecture, Tour of Historic HomesBy Benjamin BriggsMay 7, 2015

Among the homes of Hamilton Lakes, the Howard House at 3905 Henderson Road stands as an eye-catching example of Mid-Century Modernism. Built for Diane (1929-2009) and Will (1927-1996) Howard in 1955,…

Early Hamilton Lakes Home had a Distinguished Owner

Architecture, Greensboro History, Greensboro Preservation News, Tour of Historic HomesBy Benjamin BriggsMay 7, 2015

Tar Haven is one of the earliest homes in Hamilton Lakes. It was built in 1926 at 3907 Henderson Road for a Rear Admiral in the US Navy. Rear Admiral…

Sun-Filled House Showcasing Art on Upcoming Tour of Historic Homes

Architecture, City Planning, Greensboro History, Greensboro Preservation News, Tour of Historic HomesBy Benjamin BriggsApril 30, 2015

Bright sunlight floods the interior of the Louise and Vernon Barrickman House, highlighting a cheery art collection by one of Greensboro’s best known artists.  Located on a low bluff overlooking…

Exuberant Mediterranean-Inspired Residence to be on Tour of Historic Homes

Architecture, Greensboro History, Tour of Historic HomesBy Benjamin BriggsApril 23, 2015

The Rachel and Harry Barton Residence, located at 104 Kemp Road West in the Hamilton Lakes neighborhood will be included in next month’s Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens. Harry…

2014 Preservation and Volunteer Awards Announced

Architecture, Awards, Greensboro History, Greensboro Preservation NewsBy Benjamin BriggsFebruary 12, 2015

At its 49th Annual Meeting, Preservation Greensboro board, members, and guests celebrated re-investment in the Gate City. With help from the Keynote Speaker the North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper,…

Historic Railroad Stations of Guilford County

Architecture, Greensboro History, High Point Preservation News, TravelBy Benjamin BriggsDecember 15, 2014

Guilford County’s hometown hero was John Motley Morehead, who used his role as governor to advance a number of social and economic causes that led to his nickname “The Father…

A Guide to Greensboro’s Ante-bellum Buildings

Architecture, Greensboro HistoryBy Benjamin BriggsNovember 5, 2014

Guilford County was settled by Europeans as early as the 1740s, though its new county seat was not organized as Greensboro until 1808. The region was long recognized as the…

Century Old College Hill Home Sold for Restoration

Architecture, Development Fund, Greensboro Preservation News, Treasured Places Watch ListBy Benjamin BriggsSeptember 9, 2014

The Carrie and Charles Angle House commands one of College Hill’s busiest streets, but the vacant structure has provided a gloomy entrance to the historic neighborhood since a June 2011…

Key Historic District Home Slated for Restoration

Community Investment, Greensboro History, Greensboro Preservation NewsBy Benjamin BriggsSeptember 3, 2014

A fire damaged home in one of Greensboro’s oldest neighborhoods will get a new lease on life. The home will be acquired by Pam Frye, a veteran general contractor and…

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