October 2019
Ghost Stories at Blandwood
A Halloween tradition of Ghost Stories continues this October at Blandwood Mansion! Located in downtown Greensboro, Blandwood has stood for more than 200 years and has witnessed the passage of time, historic events, and the lives of its occupants. Our special friend and storyteller Cynthia Moore Brown will weave her 15th season of magic with spine-tingling stories, historic legends and fanciful tales about North Carolina. With just the flicker of the fireplace and candles, guests will be seated on the floor of…
Find out more »Love-A-Landmark in Sunset Hills
In 1915, Hugh N. Preddy of Oak Ridge married Mary Dodson of Thomasville. By 1928, the couple took a mortgage of $10,324, and purchased their splendid Tudor Revival home overlooking Greenway Park. At the time of their purchase, Preddy served as a clerk for the Greensboro office of E. A. Pierce & Company, on Friendly Avenue in downtown. E.A. Pierce & Co. was a securities brokerage firm based in New York City, later known as Merrill Lynch. With the stock…
Find out more »November 2019
Early Victorian Christmas at Blandwood
The Early Victorian Period in Greensboro was one of growth and change, as new educational and industrial opportunities brought a greater diversity of traditions and customs to the region. During this period, holiday festivities evolved and changed as modest “backwoods” practices began to embrace national and international traditions.Explore Blandwood to learn about evolving mid-nineteenth century holiday traditions. The mansion is fully decorated in local and period greenery, as if prepared for a grand Christmas Ball! Guided tours are offered during museum hours, and group tours are encouraged.…
Find out more »Third Thursday With Preservation Greensboro
Preservation Greensboro invites all who are new to join in the Historic Preservation (HP) discussion. If you are new to Greensboro, new to historic preservation, or new to Preservation Greensboro, we want to meet you and geek out over Historic Preservation! We will meet every third Thursday of each month at a local bar (which are in historic buildings) and discuss. Not new but want to find more people to talk about preservation with? Come join us! All are welcome!…
Find out more »December 2019
14th Annual Preservation Greensboro Holiday Party at Blandwood
Attendees may explore the candlelit chambers of Greensboro’s most historic mansion. This evening event includes an elegant beverage with light hors d’oeuvres and holiday cheer.
Find out more »Third Thursday With Preservation Greensboro
Preservation Greensboro invites all who are new to join in the Historic Preservation (HP) discussion. If you are new to Greensboro, new to historic preservation, or new to Preservation Greensboro, we want to meet you and geek out over Historic Preservation! We will meet every third Thursday of each month at a local bar (which are in historic buildings) and discuss. Not new but want to find more people to talk about preservation with? Come join us! All are welcome!…
Find out more »January 2020
Third Thursday With Preservation Greensboro
Preservation Greensboro invites all who are new to join in the Historic Preservation (HP) discussion. If you are new to Greensboro, new to historic preservation, or new to Preservation Greensboro, we want to meet you and geek out over Historic Preservation! We will meet every third Thursday of each month at a local bar (which are in historic buildings) and discuss. Not new but want to find more people to talk about preservation with? Come join us! All are welcome!…
Find out more »February 2020
Preservation Greensboro’s 54th Annual Meeting
Join us to learn more about the state of historic preservation in Greensboro! This meeting serves as Preservation Greensboro’s annual General Membership Meeting that will include the presentation of Preservation Awards.In addition to awards and a community update by our executive director Benjamin Briggs. Our speaker for the evening will be selected to provide new insights and energy for Greensboro's active preservation movement.. Help us celebrate 54 years of preservation work and advocacy in Greensboro! Please consider joining us as…
Find out more »Third Thursday With Preservation Greensboro
Preservation Greensboro invites all who are new to join in the Historic Preservation (HP) discussion. If you are new to Greensboro, new to historic preservation, or new to Preservation Greensboro, we want to meet you and geek out over Historic Preservation! We will meet every third Thursday of each month at a local bar (which are in historic buildings) and discuss. Not new but want to find more people to talk about preservation with? Come join us! All are welcome!…
Find out more »May 2020
10th Annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens
Preservation Greensboro’s 10th Annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens will feature vintage homes for tour during National Historic Preservation Month of May. Vintage homes will open their doors to ticket holders during Preservation Greensboro’s annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens Saturday May 16 from 11am till 5pm, and Sunday May 17 from 1pm till 5pm. The tour highlights charming examples of architecture and their surrounding landscapes. The tour is the flagship fundraiser for Preservation Greensboro.
Find out more »10th Annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens
Preservation Greensboro’s 10th Annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens will feature vintage homes for tour during National Historic Preservation Month of May. Vintage homes will open their doors to ticket holders during Preservation Greensboro’s annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens Saturday May 16 from 11am till 5pm, and Sunday May 17 from 1pm till 5pm. The tour highlights charming examples of architecture and their surrounding landscapes. The tour is the flagship fundraiser for Preservation Greensboro.
Find out more »September 2020
The Architecture of Japan
Adeline Talbot of Studio Traveler has worked with Benjamin Briggs to curate a unique travel experience that celebrates the culture of Japan, with a special focus on architecture, gardens, art, and culinary themes. From the ancient capital of Nara to the eye-popping boutiques of the Ginza...we have it covered!
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