Location(s) Arts revivalButte, MTSee map: Google MapsWhere are the arts making a big comeback?  In Butte, Montana. An article in today's New York Times (click the link below for the story) describes how the historic town is revitalizing itself with a growing arts community.  Butte was founded in the 19th century as a company town built to support the copper mining operations.  When the copper mine closed, so did the town, almost.  In its wake, a stock of well made buildings were left vacant downtown.  Sound familiar?  Across America, many towns and cities have enjoyed the boom and suffered through the bust as changing needs gut local economies of their once vital industries. 

The buildings and structures that we see everyday help tell the stories of not only ourselves, but of our communities.  The American Institute of Conservation provides these guidelines for taking care of architecture.  People generally think of "architecture" in terms of buildings like houses, churches, and stores that are a familiar part of most landscapes. Conservators, however, use the term "architecture" to encompass a much broader range of structures including not only buildings but subway stations, large public monuments, and bridges. This brochure addresses concerns and questions you might have about a structure for which you are responsible.

The Anderson House is located on East Pitt Street in Bedford, PA. It was built in 1815. From 1815 to 1832, the east room of the house was the Allegheny Bank of Pennsylvania, the first bank in Bedford. In 1924, it housed various public facilities, including the public library and a community center.

Rejoice, once again we experienced “Election Day!” We got to cast our vote and participate