May/June 2002 - The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation

VOLUME 29 NUMBER 3 MAY/JUNE 2002Special AwardsIssueInside ...4A SuccessfulSalute!5Church JoinsRevolving Fund9PreservationAward WinnersThe Judd House, Dalton24Wander ThroughWalton County“The Rambler” is the newsletterof The Georgia Trust forHistoric Preservation.Tim Crimmins Receives Trust’s TopHonor at Annual Preservation AwardsAt 2002 Annual Meeting in LaGrange,The Georgia Trust honored Dr. Timothy J.Crimmins of Atlanta with the Mary GregoryJewett Award. This award is the Trust’shighest honor and recognizes an individualwith a long history of dedication and distinguishedstatewide service to the field ofhistoric preservation.Dr. Tim Crimmins explains restorationwork at the State Capitol (above) withthe help of Susan Turner of Lord, Aeck& Sargent.Dr. Crimmins has worked toincrease awareness of the city’sdiverse past while promoting therestoration and rehabilitation ofmany important metropolitanstructures and landmarks. As thefounder of the master’s program inheritage preservation at GeorgiaState University (GSU), Dr. Crimminshas helped train many of thehistoric preservation professionals practicingin Georgia today.He joined the GSU faculty in 1972 andrefined his research on Atlanta historywhile developing an interest in historicpreservation. With grant support from theNational Endowment for the Humanities,Dr. Crimmins oversaw the History ofAtlanta Project, which from 1977 to 1982helped uncover the city’s past. With hismentor Dana White, Dr. Crimmins wrote anessay on Atlanta’s urban structure for the“Journal of Urban History.” They also producedthe Atlanta Public Television series,“The Making of Modern Atlanta.” CurrentlyDr. Crimmins is working on a new historyof Georgia’s capital city.Applying his knowledge of urban historyin a hands-on manner, he joined severalrestoration projects and was a leader in themovement to save the Fox Theatre.In 1983, Dr. Crimmins became thefounding director of the m aster’s programin the heritage preservation program atGSU. He has developeda national reputationand servedas an officer of theNational Council forPreservation Educationand the NationalAlliance of PreservationCommissions,as well as on theNational Council forPublic History.Perhaps his greatestchallenge andsuccess came whenGovernor Zell Millerappointed Dr. Crimminschairman of theCommittee on the Preservation of the StateCapitol (see page 13).The Georgia Trust is pleased to honorDr. Crimmins with the Mary Gregory JewettAward for his distinguished career inhistoric preservation.Preservations Awards Continued Inside...Pages 9 - 18

Richard MoePresidentNational Trust forHistoric Preservation“The Rambler” is thenewsletter of The GeorgiaTrust for Historic Preservation,the country’s largeststatewide preservation organization.With the support ofmore than 8,000 members,the Trust works to protectand preserve Georgia’s historicresources and diversecultural heritage.Address all correspondenceto: Rambler Editor, 1516Peachtree Street, N.W.,Atlanta, GA, 30309-2916, orcall 404-881-9980, ext. 3222.e-mail: info@georgiatrust.orgwww.georgiatrust.orgAlison TyrerCommunications DirectorLisa StricklandCommunications Coordinatorand Rambler EditorAndrea FosterCommunications InternSpecial thanks to Georgia Powerfor printing The Rambler.© 2002 The Georgia TrustPreservation Offers “Smart” SolutionsThe following editorial is an excerpt from Richard Moe’s keynote speech at the StatewidePreservation Conference February 28 in Macon.Perhaps you’ve noticed somethingremarkable about the theme of this conference:Instead of trumpeting the word“preservation,” it calls for a discussion ofgrowth strategies and solutions for Georgiacommunities. I believe that says somethingimportant about the growing maturityof the preservation movement. Preservationis no longer an end in itself. It’s nolonger a “frill” with little relevance to dayto-daylife. Instead, it’s increasingly integrated—asthe theme of this conferenceindicates—into broader discussions aboutwhat it takes to make a community attractiveand supportive.Preservation today is rooted in anappreciation of the value of history—justas it always has been—butit’s not concerned primarilywith the past. Preservationtoday is in the business ofsaving special places andthe quality of life they support.This means thatpreservationists have a keyrole to play in any effort tocreate and maintain communitiesthat are truly livable for all segmentsof the population.Communities need what preservationistshave to offer, particularly now thatcommunities all over America—includingthe cities and towns of Georgia—are facingprobably the most serious threat they’veknown in a generation: the destruction oflivability caused by sprawl.Sprawl and its byproducts representthe number-one threat to community livabilityin America today—and communitylivability is the key to community survival.The essential thing is to offer people aviable alternative to sprawl. That meansreclaiming the streets and neighborhoodswhere people live—the towns, inner citiesand older suburbs that we’ve neglected sobadly for the past half-century.You can’t have smart growth withoutreinvestment in existing communities.Let me re-phrase that: Reinvestment inexisting communities is smart growth.Here’s why:Municipalities need financial resourcesif they are to grow smart. Vacant or underusedhistoric buildings brought back to lifeare tax-generating assets for a community.I’m convinced that the answerto sprawl is sound land-useplanning and reinvestment inolder communities.Making the most of these assets is smartgrowth.If we expect people to use their carsless, the physical environment in whichthey live, work, shop and play must havea pedestrian orientation. One of the predominantcharacteristics of historic areas istheir pedestrian orientation. Preservingthem is smart growth.Smart growth advocates density anddiversity of use. Most older neighborhoodswere designed and built with thesefactors in mind. Saving them is smartgrowth.Rehabilitation and reuse of older buildingsallows for growth without consumptionof land. The conversion of a warehouseinto 40 dwelling units reduces thedemand for new housing on 10 acres offarmland. The revitalization of Main Streetreduces the demand for another strip mall.That’s smart growth at its very best.The question is not whether our communitieswill grow, but how they willgrow. A number of states have recognizedthe need to provide leadership and assistanceon land-use planning and revitalizationissues.Here in Georgia, Gov. Roy Barnes,with strong support from the businesscommunity, created the Georgia RegionalTransportation Authority (GRTA) in aneffort to manage the traffic and sprawl thattopped everyone’s list of threats to livabilityin the Atlanta area. As a regional superagency,GRTA thus far has confined itselfmostly to transportation issues, but it isalso empowered to work in the arena ofland-use planning as well.What this statewide initiative demonstratesis that piecemeal efforts aren’tenough. What’s essential is leadership—bythe governor, the legislature and the privatesector—to develop a vision forContinued on next page

CalendarJune 1–2Spring RambleWalton CountyFun for Ramblers of all ages!Please see story on back page. Call404-881-9980, ext. 3232 for moreinformation.Reinvesting in historic downtowns (left) offers a “smart” alternative to sprawl (right).accommodating growth in a smarterway, and to create mechanisms toimplement that vision. What’s neededis smart-growth legislation with teethin it, legislation that requires local governmentsto work together in decidingwhere new development should andshould not go, and then targets infrastructurefunds to those areas designatedfor growth. This legislationshould favor spending in existingcommunities first, and ask localities todevelop strategies for using alreadydevelopedland more efficiently.I’m convinced that the fight againstsprawl is to us what the fight againsturban renewal was to an earlier generationof preservationists. I’m convincedthat the answer to sprawl issound land-use planning and reinvestmentin older communities.When we save older buildings andneighborhoods, we strengthen a partnershipthat makes for orderly growthGrab Your Clubs ...PreservationClassic 2002Benefiting The Georgia TrustCall 404-881-9980, ext. 3273 toreserve your foursome and/orcorporate sponsorship.and change in our communities: theperpetual partnership among the past,the present and the future. This partnershipencourages each generation tomeet its own needs by taking advantageof the very best of contemporarythought and technology. But it alsorecognizes that we can’t afford toreject the history, the traditions andvalues on which our lives and ourfutures are built.This partnership offers our besthope for managing sprawl, fosteringsmart growth and creating truly livablecommunities. Keeping this partnershipalive and healthy is the bestgift we can give to the generations thatwill follow us.Peachtree Golf ClubSeptember 16Shotgun Start 11 a.m.June 304th of July ConcertMcDaniel-Tichenor House,MonroeBring a picnic dinner and enjoy themusic of the Walton County MusicGuild for a 4th of July celebration.Call 770-267-5602 for more information.Tuesdays in JulySummer CampRhodes Hall, AtlantaChildren are invited for educationaland entertaining activities.Please see story on page 6. Call404-885-7800 for information.September 16Preservation ClassicPeachtree Golf Club, AtlantaPlay a round for the Trust at one ofthe country’s finest courses. Sponsorshipopportunities are available!Call 404-881-9980, ext. 3273 formore information.November 8Preservation BallBiltmore Ballrooms, AtlantaJoin us for this elegant black-tieevent. Enjoy live music and foodprovided by Atlanta’s top caterersand restaurants. For ticket or sponsorshipinformation, call 404-881-9980, ext. 3273.Visit us atwww.georgiatrust.orgfor events frompreservation organizationsaround thestate and country!

Another Salute Success!The night of Friday, March 15 was afabulous evening for shopping. Almost1,100 craft collectors attended the 13thAnnual Salute to American Craft, theTrust’s largest fundraising event, held atthe Georgia World Congress Center. TheSalute attendees were the first to view thework of nearly 250 juried craft artistsfrom around the country and a specialSalute exhibit, Interpretations: A Showcaseof American Work. Several Salute guestsbought pieces from this collection, whichincluded a glass replica of the WorldTrade Center Towers with the names ofthe more than 3,000 people who perishedon September 11. The Trust extends specialthanks to Brasfield & Gorrie, EXPODesign Center, Forresters Flowers, Inc.,Goodman Decorating, Guenzi VargasStudios, Myers Carpets, Page ConstructionServices, RLS Construction and the Sandler-Hudson Gallery for donating their time, materialsand expertise to create Interpretations.Several lucky attendees walked away with magnificent raffle prizes, which included a week’sstay at a Sun Valley Ski House overlooking the town of Ketchum, Idaho, a shopping spree and privateconsultation at Rexer-Parkes in Buckhead and a private dinner catered by Jerry Dilts & AssociatesCaterers. The Trust thanks honorary chairs Stephanie and Arthur Blank and this year’s cochairs,Kate and Jim Denny and Amy and Allen Nelson, for their hard work and dedication in makingthe evening a success. Please see more photos on page 7!Premiere Sponsors:(L-R) Salute Honorary Chairs Arthur and Stephanie Blank, CochairsKate Denny and Amy Nelson and outgoing Trust ChairmanSheffield Hale.Platinum Sponsor:Gold Sponsors:Alston & Bird LLPBellSouth Telecommunications,Inc.Beverly Bremer SilverShop, Inc.Cingular WirelessClaxton Printing Co.Federal Home Loan Bankof AtlantaGeorgia-PacificIKON Office SolutionsJones DayKilpatrick Stockton LLPTori, Inc.Silver Sponsors:Atlanta Classic CarsCookerly Public RelationsGeorgia Power CompanyKanAm ServicesProjections, Inc.Rexer-Parkes, Inc.Bronze Sponsors:Abreu Charitable TrustAloette CosmeticsCherry Restaurant & BarErnst & Young LLPEXPO Design CenterGuenzi Vargas StudiosLaura Pearce, Ltd.Michael Christopher & Co.Phoenix CourierSandler Hudson GallerySherlock's Wine MerchantsTravis & CompanyTroutman Sanders LLP

REVOLVING FUND NEWSHarmony Church In Senoia Is Born AgainThe Brantley-Haygood House in Sandersville created quite astir when it appeared in the March issue of This Old House magazine.The Revolving Fund staff received more than 114 calls frommore than 25 states about the house. However, by the time theissue hit newsstands, the Fund had already found a buyer for theproperty.“I’ve been wanting to do something like this all my life,” saidHal H. Fowler, Jr., of Snellville, who purchased the house in lateFebruary. “I searched for historic homes for sale on the Internetand saw this house and said, ‘this cannot be real!’”Mr. Fowler said he has “fallen in love” with the town of Sandersvilleand its friendly residents. “The city and its citizens, especiallyBilly Veal, have bent over backwards to help me,” he said. Workingwith Mr. Veal, who will be his new neighbor, Mr. Fowler hasaggressively begun work on the house.Mr. White says this kind of enthusiasm is exactly what he islooking for when marketing a Revolving Fund property. “Mr.Fowler is going to be incredibly exact on the rehabilitation andThe newest property in the Revolving Fund’s inventoryis not your typical historic house. In fact, it’s not even ahouse…but it could be. Or it could be a small office…or asmall store. In reality, it’s a one-room, white clapboardchurch built in 1896. In February, the last surviving membersof the Harmony Universalist Church donated the historicchurch to the Revolving Fund to ensure its protectionand preservation.“We knew something had to be done to preserve thechurch,” said Betty Spivey, whose parentswere longtime membersof the church andwhose greatgreat-greatgrand-father was one of its founders. “My first thought was TheGeorgia Trust’s Revolving Fund.”The church presents a unique opportunity for theFund, according to Frank White, Revolving Fund director.“This is the first time a church has been in the RevolvingFund program,” said Mr. White. “However, it meets ourcriteria because it is historically significant and endangered.As part of our strategic plan, we are expanding ouracquisitions to include different types of properties.”The structure contains many original features, includingits windows, doors and floors, a pulpit, a piano and 22pews left by the Universalist congregation, which held itslast service in the church more than 15 years ago. Sincethen, several groups have rented the building temporarily.The church is located in the southeastern part of CowetaCounty in a residential area of Ga. Highway 16, less thantwo miles from downtown Senoia.“It may be more challenging to sell because it is a oneroomchurch,” said Mr. White. “We are trying to find anappropriate use that would dignify and honor the churchFOR SALEHARMONY CHURCH, Senoia, 1896. Builtfor a Universalist congregation, HarmonyChurch is located in Coweta County near thehistoric town of Senoia on ~2 acres. The interiorof this vernacular building is completelypaneled in wood. Original pews remain. 1450square feet. Church could be adapted for residentialor commercial use. Price: $69,500.Contact Frank White at 404-885-7807.Old House Brings National Attention to Fundand its history. Ideally,we are hopinganother congregationwill have themeans to rehabilitateand maintainthe church.”Hal Fowler, Jr. has made much progress since hepurchased the Brantley-Haygood House in February.restoration and take the house back as close as possible to 1899, when it was remodelled to its current Queen Annestyle,” he said.Look for progress updates in future issues of “The Rambler”!

AROUND THE HOUSESHAY HOUSEBlossoming VisitationNearly 4,000 people from throughout the continentalU.S., Hawaii, Europe, Africa and the Far East visitedHay House during the 10-day Macon Cherry BlossomFestival March 15–24. Fifty-seven bus tours stopped at Hay House alongwith scores of individuals who arrived on the Macon MITZI trolley or bycar. The Cherry Blossom Festival held a reception Sunday, March 17 at HayHouse for ambassadors, consul generals, elected officials and other visitingdignitaries.In other news, Hay House was rated highest among nine Macon attractionsby visitors surveyed by the Macon-Bibb County Convention and VisitorsBureau from July through September 2001.Tour parties participating in the CVB’s “Around Town” tours of historicMacon were asked to complete a survey about their tour experience. HayHouse overwhelmingly received the most votes in the “excellent” category.“The young man (guide) at Hay House was fantastic…,” said one tourparticipant.For tour information, call Hay House at 478-742-8155.(Left) Chip Cherry, president of the GreaterMacon Chamber of Commerce and festival chairMark Stevens (right) visit with U.S. Senator MaxCleland (seated) during a Cherry Blossom Festivalreception at Hay House.MCDANIEL-TICHENOR HOUSEHow Did the Garden Grow?Over the years, occupants of theMcDaniel-Tichenor House have spentmuch time cultivating the gardens onthe once extensive grounds. Thanks toa $2000 grant from the Garden Club of Georgia throughthe 2002 Historic Landscape and Garden Grant Program,the McDaniel-Tichenor House will begin to restore the gardensaccording to a historic landscape master plan createdby the Jaeger Company.Ultimately, the house plans to renovate two types ofgardens on the property: a “Working Garden” that datesfrom the period in which the house was built, and moreformal gardens established by subsequent generations.The “Working Garden” existed during the late 19th andearly 20th century, when Henry McDaniel and his wifeHester occupied the house. Mr. and Mrs. McDaniel maintaineda vegetable garden, dairy and smokehouse. Recreatingthis garden will demonstrate for visitors the extent towhich households like the McDaniels’ strove for self-sufficiencyin the production of foodstuffs.As part of the overall master plan, the house willrestore a garden created by the McDaniels’ daughter GipsyMcDaniel Tichenor, to demonstrate various stages of theevolution of the landscape.Recreating the “Working Garden” and various aspectsof the formal gardens will enable the house to expand itseducational programs and involve many community organizations,as well as school tours. Pedestrian pathwayswill be constructed through the property and interpretivesignage added to explain landscape features.RHODES HALLSummer Camp at Rhodes HallWith the close of the school year rightaround the corner, some parents may bewondering…“What am I going to dowith my kids all summer?” Rhodes Hall has a suggestion.For four Tuesdays in July, the Midtown mansion will hosttwo-hour summer camps where children aged nine totwelve can learn about turn-of-the-century activities,leisure time, medicinal cures and how everyday life differedbetween the city and country.Here’s a preview:July 9: Many common botanicals for cooking and medicinewere once grown in the backyard. Children will pickthese plants from the Rhodes Hall garden and preparethem in the kitchen for different uses.July 16: Boxes of all kinds were used to hold memorabilia,and later hats, as people began to travel more frequently.Children will learn about the different uses ofboxes over time and will make their own decorative boxto store their treasures.July 23: Elegantly bound books often had beautiful marbledpages on their covers. Children will make their ownbooks in which they can write their summer memories.July 30: Nineteenth-century games were often handmade.Children will make their own version of “Jacob’sLadder” that creates an illusion of patterns as woodenblocks tumble over one another.Cost is $12 per child per day or $10 per child per day forthree or more sessions. Please call Martha Teall at 404-885-7800 for more information.

THE GEORGIA TRUST PHOTO GALLERYGetting Crafty at Salute 2002: Attendees and artists alikeenjoyed mingling at the Salute to American Craft Premiere Party.Left: Patricia Shypertt, a milliner from Oregon, shows her hats toJohannes Michelson, a craft artist from Vermont. Both artists arewearing their own creations. Below: Atlantans Allan and AidaFlamm admire the beautiful handiwork of Bob Crystal, a potterfrom Vermont.What’s Up, Sherlock? Left: Fourth grade studentsfrom David Emanuel Academy in Stillmore nearSwainsboro work to complete an "Artifact Detective"worksheet during a special interactive investigativeactivity with late 19th- and early 20th-centuryobjects at Hay House. The students also toured themansion during their field trip.Lobbying for a Cause: More than 100 people,including 30 members of Georgia’s GeneralAssembly, expressed their interest in preservationand smart growth issues by attending the Georgiansfor Preservation Action (GaPA) legislativereception in late February. Right: Lt. Gov. MarkTaylor visits with preservation advocates at thereception, which was held at the Georgia FreightDepot in Atlanta.

Hundreds Congregate from Around the State2002 Statewide Preservation ConferenceGeorgia Communities at the Crossroads: Growth Strategies and SolutionsThe problem with really great conferencesis not being able to be inmore than one place at the same time.How do you decide whether to attenda session about rehabilitating challengingintown buildings or a sessionon planning for growth in your community?Or whether to tour Macon’shistoric neighborhood schools orattend a session on neighborhoodrevitalization?Attendees of the Statewide PreservationConference in Macon February28–March 1 were highly complimentaryof the wide range of sessionsoffered. More than 350 professionalsin the fields of preservation, realestate development, archaeology,housing, banking and finance fromaround the state descended onMacon to discuss smart growth andhow it can impact Georgia’s everexpandingcommunities. Several distinguishedindividuals on a localand national level spoke at theopening plenary session in thehistoric Douglass Theatre. RichardConference sessions were led by experts in avariety of fields.Moe, president of the NationalTrust for Historic Preservation,spoke about the importanceof preservation andsmart growth strategies inpreventing the adverse effectsof uncontrolled growth.Donovan Rypkema, principalwith the Real Estate ServicesGroup, gave an engagingspeech illustrating the economicimpact of preservationand its role in the 21st Stanley Lowe speaks to conference attendees at theclosing luncheon of the Preservation Conference.Keynote speaker Dovovan Rypkema (center)chats with Dr. Liz Lyon and a conferenceattendee at the conference opening reception.century. (Transcripts of Mr.Moe and Mr. Rypkema’sspeeches can be found on TheGeorgia Trust’s website atwww.georgiatrust.org/Conference02.html.)Conference attendees filled theelegant halls of Hay House forthe opening reception, whichConference Sponsors:was followed by an illumination tourof historic Macon. After two dayspacked with educational, and oftenentertaining, sessions Stanley Lowe,vice president for Community Revitalizationat the National Trust, endedthe conference on an inspirationalnote with his speech on preservationand smart growth at the closing plenarysession at the Crowne PlazaHotel. Describing preservation as theoriginal smart growth strategy, Mr.Lowe stated that community developmenthas taken place based on theelements we now call “smartgrowth.”The Georgia Trust thanks all whoattended and look forward to seeingyou at the next preservation conference(date to be announced).

The Georgia Trust Proudly Presents...2002 Preservation AwardsSee more photos anddescriptions of awardwinners atwww.georgiatrust.orgThe Georgia Trust’s annual Preservation Awards recognizepreservation projects and individuals in the state whohave made significant contributions to the field of historicpreservation. The awards were presented at the Trust’sAnnual Meeting April 20 in LaGrange at the CallawayAuditorium.The awards committee of The Georgia Trust bases its decisions on the contributionsof the person or project to the community and/or state and on compliance to theSecretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. The committee chooses the MaryGregory Jewett Award and the Excellence in Restoration and Rehabilitation awards.2002 Preservation Awards Committee:Pratt Cassity, Chair, Athens, Hector Abreu, Savannah, Maryel Battin, Macon, CherieBlizzard, Atlanta, Linda Chestnut, Dunwoody, Melissa Forgey, Thomasville, RichardLaub, Atlanta, Jorene Martin, Gainesville, Michael Miller, Atlanta, Betty Slaton,Washington, Lee Webb, Atlanta, Georgia Trust Staff: Laurie deVegter, AtlantaMarguerite Williams AwardMonticello City Hall and GovernmentComplex, MonticelloOwner: City of MonticelloThe Marguerite Williams Award is the Trust’snewest award, dedicated to the memory offounding trustee Marguerite Williams. Theaward will be given each year to one of the“Excellence in Rehabilitation” or “Restoration”award winners who Trust officers determinehas had the greatest impact on preservation.The Trust is pleased to present the first winnerof this esteemed award to the City of Monticellofor the rehabilitation of the former Benton Supply Company and Department Store, located onWashington Street in downtown Monticello. What was once the center of commercial activity in thecity of Monticello and Jasper County has now become the Monticello City Hall and GovernmentComplex. Under the dynamic leadership of Mayor Susan Holmes, who is also a Georgia Trusttrustee, the City of Monticello undertook the rehabilitation and restoration of two historic structures,the construction of an infill structure behind a historic brick façade, and the development of a landscapedcourtyard. The rehabilitation design was developed by a collaboration of architects thatinclude Craig Wertz, Ward Seymour and Associates, and Stang and Newdow, Inc. The resurrection ofthis block as the Monticello City Hall and Government Complex has once again made these grandbuildings a centerpiece in the public life of the citizens of Monticello. Partners in this project includethe Department of Community Affairs, the Department of Natural Resources, the Regional DevelopmentCenters, Better Hometown and the city and county governments. These partners have helpedto make this project one of the ideal public-private partnerships in the state.2002 Preservation Awards

2002 Preservation AwardsPublic Leadership AwardsGov. Roy Barnes spoke to Trustmembers after accepting his awardfor Public Leadership at the AnnualMeeting in LaGrange.Governor Roy Barnes, AtlantaAs Georgia’s 80th governor, Roy Barnes understands historicpreservation better than any governor in Georgia’s history. The Governor’sattention to Georgia’s historic resources has moved along thesame lines as those of the preservation movement: from an interestin historic buildings, such as the restoration of the Mable House inhis hometown of Mableton and the Georgia State Capitol, to anadvocacy of the smart growth ethic. Gov. Barnes has been visionaryin recognizing Georgia’s communities’ need for smart growth toolssuch as the Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA), theagency overseeing all state matters relating to transportation andland use, and a new state tax credit for rehabilitating historic homesand commercial buildings. He also supported a school funding formulaallowing school boards to receive an equal amount of fundsfor rehabilitating historic neighborhood schools as for building newschools. In addition, Gov. Barnes has supported the formation of acommission to study a broad range of history, preservation andtourism issues. He has backed funding for the development of thecountry’s first state on-line encyclopedia, called “The New GeorgiaEncyclopedia,” which will be a reliable Internet source for information on Georgia’s historic and culturalresources. Gov. Barnes has shown support of other preservation projects including funding forthe restoration of historic sites around the state such as Rhodes Hall in Atlanta; Hardman Farm atNacoochee Valley and the Georgia State Capitol.David Baird, AtlantaDavid Baird has been an outstanding advocate and lobbyist for the Department of Natural Resources(DNR) for many years. Respected by all in the General Assembly, Mr. Baird has aided in the GeneralAssembly passage of the Fire and Building Codes amendments, facilitating their use in rehabilitation ofexisting buildings; helped secure passage of amendments that equalized funding for the rehabilitationof historic schools, often located in intown neighborhoods; assisted with the passage of the GeorgiaPlanning Act, establishing comprehensive planning in cities and counties throughout the state; assistedwith the Constitutional Amendment Resolution that allowed passage of the statewide property taxincentive for rehabilitating historic buildings; and helped establish the Georgia Register of HistoricPlaces. In addition, he has helped lobby for the Cemetery and Burial Ground Act and the Uniform ConservationEasements Act. He also aided in the establishment of the State Capitol Commission and theCivil War Commission.Representative Jeanette Jamieson,ToccoaRepresentative Jeanette Jamieson understandsthe important role historic preservation plays indeveloping Georgia’s communities through preservingand rehabilitating the state’s historicresources. As co-chair of the 1997 and 1998 JointStudy Committees on Historic Preservation, Rep.Jamieson has supported historic preservationefforts such as funding for the Heritage GrantProgram. She also took the initiative to introduceand use her influence to successfully pass thenew state income tax credit for historic rehabilitationfor Georgia. Through her dedicated efforts,the tax credit passed on the last day of this year’sGeneral Assembly session.Senator George Hooks, AmericusSenator George Hooks supports historic preservation’simportant role in keeping Georgia’s communitieslivable. Having served as co-chair ofboth the 1997 and 1998 Joint Study Committeeson Historic Preservation, Sen. Hooks has workedtirelessly to support historic preservation effortssuch as funding for the Heritage Grant Program,the State Capitol Restoration and the restorationof Rhodes Hall. The Trust especially appreciatesSenator Hook’s efforts to secure funding for historicpreservation efforts this year as our stateleaders sought to balance the budget during theseleaner economic times.

Chairman’s AwardDr. Michael F. Adams, president of The Universityof Georgia, has dramatically demonstratedthe difference individual leadership can make toan institution and the state.Since Dr. Adams arrived five years ago at theUniversity, there has been a sea change inUGA's attitude not only to its historic resources,but also to the importance of relating thoseresources to the rest of the campus. The keyprinciples of the Physical Master Plan, the resultof research and countless interviews with students,faculty, staff and administrators, nowdirect UGA's approaches to constructing newHerty Fieldbuildings, renovating older ones, expandingcampus green space, and improving pedestrian movement and safety.Dr. Adams spearheaded the restoration of the Administration Building, formerly the PeabodyLibrary and then the Georgia Museum of Art, and supported the conversion of Herty Field, site ofthe University's original football field, from a parking lot into green space enhancing and reconnectingthe existing historic structures. During the rehabilitation of Moore College he was directlyinvolved, insisted that the historic classroom configuration be retained, and even went so far as toreview the exterior paint colors to ensure their authenticity. Other restoration and rehabilitation projectsundertaken by the Adams administration include Reed Hall, Tanner Lumber, Meigs Hall,Demosthenian Hall and the Wray-Nicholson House. Renovation and rehabilitation of Candler Hallwill begin soon. The Trust recognizes Dr. Adams for both the plan and the projects implantedthrough it.Camille W. Yow Volunteer ofthe Year AwardMilton W. Williams, III of Atlanta has been involved withThe Georgia Trust since 1995 and since 1997 he has been onthe Preservation Classic Steering Committee, which overseesthe Trust’s charity golf tournament every year. In the Trust’svast and successful history with special events, an eventchair has rarely repeated. Mr. Williams not only chaired for asecond year, he chaired the event for three years, and wasvery successful each year.Under his guidance, the Preservation Classic has nettedmore than $165,000 dollars for the Trust. The amount raisedhas increased every year since Mr. Williams has beeninvolved with this committee. This year he will serve as cochairof the event.Mr. Williams has also volunteered to serve the Trust inother ways, such as securing in-kind donations for specialevents. Because of his dedication, Mr. Williams was asked toserve on the Board of Trustees and has been an active memberof the finance and investment committees. The Trust isgrateful to Mr. Williams for his time and dedication.2002 Preservation Awards

2002 Preservation AwardsExcellence in RestorationBlock-Coleman-Porter-Lovett House, MaconOwners: Mr. and Mrs. L. Robert LovettNominator: Intown Macon Neighborhood Assoc.The Block-Coleman-Porter-Lovett House was builtin 1906-08 for the Nicholas Block family. In 1949, theproperty was partitioned into a boarding house. Bythe 1970s, the building was in such disrepair fromyears of neglect and a damaging fire that it wasconsidered a candidate for demolition. In 1997, Boband Carole Lovett purchased the house with thedream of restoring it to a single family residenceonce again. Working with design assistance fromarchitect Gene Dunwoody, Jr., the partitions, baths and kitchens were removed, missing wood railingsand balusters were replicated, and original light fixtures found in the attic were cleaned and rehung.The Lovetts continue to restore the home and have located and purchased many of the originalpieces of furniture and decorative pieces.The Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson, AugustaOwner: Historic Augusta, Inc.Nominator: John C. Hagler IIITen years of planning, fundraising and meticulous restoration went intothe preservation of The Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson.The 1859 Presbyterian Manse depicts the life of the 28th president of theUnited States growing up during the Civil War and Reconstruction.Architect Norman Davenport Askins, preservationist Erick D. Montgomeryof Historic Augusta, Inc., Dr. David Crass, Archaeologist, andlandscape architects Hugh and Mary Palmer Dargan completed a studyin 1994 that concluded the highest and best use for this site was to tellthe unique story of Woodrow Wilson’s youth, since he was the firstSoutherner elected to the presidency following the Civil War. This projectcombines the disciplines of architecture, history, archaeology, landscapehistory and Victorian interior design to recreate a rare and credible lookinto a sophisticated Georgia household in the 1860s.Davis-McCoy-Burton House, AugustaOwners: David and Susan BurtonNominators: Dr. and Mrs. Robert R. Nesbit, Jr.The Davis-McCoy House was built in the 1830s andmoved to its current location in the 1890s. The homehas housed the same family for many generations, andseveral alterations to the original floor plan haveoccurred since the family moved out. One alterationresulted in the home being separated into four apartmentsin the 1930s. The Burton family bought thehouse in April 1996 and promptly began the initial rescuework. When the family could not find a buyer, they undertook the complete restoration, includingmaking the home handicap-accessible for their son. Repairs included the careful restoration ofthe house’s exterior trim that adorns the full front porches. One of the front rooms is now an officewith paneling and bookcases of heart pine recycled from wood available on the premises.

Excellence in RestorationCathedral of St. John the Baptist, SavannahOwners: Diocese of Savannah, Ga. Bishop J. KevinBoland & Monsignor William O. O’NeillNominators: Barbara D. King & Carl Doebley ofDPK & A ArchitectsThe Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, a French GothicRevival structure on Lafayette Square in Savannah, hasserved as the central place of worship for the CatholicDiocese of Savannah for 125 years. In 1997, Bishop J.Kevin Boland commissioned the restoration of theCathedral. The building, which was built between 1873and 1876 of brick and white stucco, was in need of anentire restoration of materials as well as systems. The restoration began in 1999 and included repairand replacement of the slate roof, exterior terra cotta, marble work, refinishing of the wooden pewsand re-leading of stained glass windows. Other work included restoration of the Stations of theCross, re-gilding of the steeple crosses, and restoration of the stained-glass windows, which requiredthe replication of 4,000 pieces of hand-painted, kiln-fired glass.Georgia State Capitol Restoration, AtlantaOwner: State of GeorgiaNominator: Susan Turner, Lord, Aeck & SargentOver the last eight years, a transformation has takenplace within the Georgia State Capitol, which was firstcompleted in 1889. Restoration of the Public Spaces,House and Senate Chambers and the AppropriationsRoom is complete, returning these spaces to their formerhigh Victorian style, and re-establishing Chicagoarchitects Edbrooke and Burnham’s original designintent. Painstaking efforts were taken to preserve andrestore the historic fabric of the building and to recreateand replicate those elements that were lost in the interveningyears. The goal of this endeavor has been to create a working capitol that appears much as itdid when the building was originally built, while sensitively incorporating and accommodatingstate-of-the-art communications systems.Photo by Jonathan HillyerPerkins-Smith-Smurda House, TennilleOwners: Dr. and Mrs. Paul SmurdaNominator: Washington Co. Historical SocietyThe Perkins-Smith-Smurda House was built by G.W. Perkins,president of the Wrightsville & Tennille Railroad. The house wascompleted in 1891 and was the first in town to have gas lights.Perkins’ daughter later married Thomas W. Hardwick, who laterbecame a governor of Georgia. The Smurdas purchased the housein 1998. While the house has never been derelict, a life span of overone hundred years left it in need of some attention. The Smurdasinstalled comprehensive heating and air, replaced some roofing,and rebuilt the upstairs porch. As gracious testaments to Perkins’appreciation of fine wood and intricate details, elaborate sawnworkdecorates the house.2002 Preservation Awards

2002 Preservation AwardsExcellence in RehabilitationAdair House, AtlantaOwner: The Paideia School, Inc.Nominator: Smith Dalia Architects, LLCThe Adair House is a Druid Hills home that was originallydesigned by Neel Reid in 1911 for Frank Adair, ofthe Adair Realty Company. In 1999, Smith Dalia Architectswas commissioned by Paideia School to adapt theresidence for their pre-K program and administrativeoffices. The exterior shell was largely restored includingbrick re-pointing, original wood window rehabilitationand replacement, and repair of the slate roof.Ceramic tile terrace and limestone steps were added along the front of the terrace to provide forhandicap accessibility with minimal visual impact. The upper floor was adapted to accommodateoffice use with minor disruption of the original floor plan. In addition, the grounds were refurbishedand an abandoned pond was reclaimed for a play area.Alapaha Colored School, AlapahaOwner: City of AlapahaNominator: Andrea L. Gerhart, Historic PreservationPlannerThe Alapaha Colored School was constructed in 1924 tohouse all eleven grades offered to African American childrenliving in the northern portion of Berrien County atthe time. Working with South Georgia Regional DevelopmentCenter Preservation Planner Andrea Gerhart,The City of Alapaha received a Georgia Heritage 2000Historic Preservation Grant for immediate stabilizationof the school in July 2000 to save the school from further deterioration and rehabilitate the structureas a town library, community meeting center and museum. Original salvageable materials such asthe pressed metal roof, porch posts, and nearly 30 percent of the pine novelty siding were maintainedand reused. When they could not be repaired, windows were constructed to match the original4/4 double-hung sash.Bon Air Hotel, LP, BainbridgeOwner: Hal CarterNominator: B.K. Reynolds, Mayor, City of BainbridgeIn 1901, the Bon Air Hotel was a three-story hotel thatutilized the first floor as commercial spaces and theupper floor as guestrooms. However, the building wasgradually deserted over the years and was condemnedin February of 1999. In July 1999, Hal Carter, a developerfrom nearby Sylvester, purchased the condemnedBon Air building from The Georgia Trust’s RevolvingFund. Mr. Carter has made great strides in rehabilitatingthe 39,000 square-foot building into a mixed-usebuilding for downtown shopping and living. He began by repairing the back wall and followed withthe roof structural system, opening up the atrium space, and rebuilding the grand staircase. The cityreconstructed the balcony and porticos on the façade with a grant from the OneGeorgia Authority.

Excellence in RehabilitationThe Bottleworks, AthensOwner: S & W DevelopmentNominator: Smith Dalia Architects, LLCIn 1928, the Coca-Cola Company started itsAthens bottling operation in a new buildingon Prince Avenue on the edge of downtown,and subsequently purchased the remainingproperty on the block. By the 1990s, Coke hadbuilt a roof between several of the buildingsand used the majority of the lower level as awarehouse. Working with Smith Dalia Architects and Whitsel Construction, S & W Developmenttransformed six existing buildings and one newly constructed building to accommodate office space,retail, restaurant and apartments. The newly designated landmark has created a livable, pedestrianorientedmixed-use environment while extending the urban fabric of downtown Athens.Crescent Farm Historical Center, CantonOwner: Cherokee Co. Historical Society, Inc.Nominator: Cherokee Co. Historical Society, Inc.Canton Mill Lofts, CantonOwner: Canton Mill, LLCNominator: Dennis Hertlein, Surber Barber Choate &HertleinBuilt in 1924, the Canton Mill once fabricated highqualitydenim from raw cotton and was a majoremployer in Cherokee County. Today, more than 20years after the mill closed its doors, the structure hasbeen given new life by Canton Mill, LLC and, withthe expertise of Surber Barber Choate & HertleinArchitects, is now an exciting loft apartment complex.To recreate the historic appearance, non-historic additions were removed along with a largeportion of the roof where the two mill buildings are joined. Interior spaces showcase the mill structureby exposing original elements such as columns and beams. In addition, historic photographshelped the architects recreate the mill’s original window patterns. Corrugated metal siding was usedon additions to distinguish the original portions of the building from the recent additions.The Crescent Farm Historical Center, also known asthe Rock Barn, is a treasured landmark of CherokeeCounty. Built in 1906 as one of three barns on AugustLee Coggins’ horse and cotton farm, Crescent Farmwas widely known for Abbedale, the world-class racehorse born and bred there. In 1985, the CherokeeCounty Board of Education donated the Rock Barn tothe Cherokee County Historical Society, who implementeda plan in 1989 to rehabilitate the structure. With the help of architect Jack Pyburn and Punch-Co Contracting, the society rehabilitated the building to include an exhibition center and a specialevents/conference facility. The Center opened in May 2001 after the installation of a catering kitchen,storage and utility rooms, exhibition lighting and a replica of the original exterior sliding door.2002 Preservation Awards

2002 Preservation AwardsExcellence in RehabilitationGeorgia Opera House, HawkinsvilleOwner: City of HawkinsvilleNominator: Charles H. Brittain, AIAFulton Cotton Mill: Phase II, AtlantaOwner: Aderhold Properties, Inc.Nominator: Smith Dalia Architects, LLCThis award is dedicated in memory of Louis EvansBrown, president of Aderhold Properties, who passedaway April 2nd (see pg. 23).The Fulton Cotton Mill project is the largest residentialloft conversion in the country and consistsof several National Register historic industrialstructures dating from the late 19th and early 20thcenturies. The scope of the work by Aderhold Propertiesincluded the restoration of original facades and preservation of remaining historic buildingmaterials and extensive structural stabilization. Work was accomplished in two phases. Phase Two,the portion for which this award is given, encompasses five historic buildings including the twomain mill buildings; associated parking; a courtyard; and landscape development.The Hawkinsville Opera House was constructed in1907 and is one of only three turn-of-the-centuryopera houses in Georgia. The architect for the building,W.R. Gunn, also designed Macon’s Grand OperaHouse. Hawkinsville residents voted in a localoptions sales tax that was paired with money fromthe City’s General Fund. The City of Hawkinsvilleenlisted the help of Brittain Thompson Bay Brown,Inc. to ensure that existing spaces and important architectural features on the interior were kept andrestored. Work included adding upholstered, historical-style seats, installing a new copper standingseam roof, and restoring and augmenting the 1907 lighting system.Jekyll Island Club: Crane and Cherokee Cottages,Jekyll IslandOwner: Jekyll Island AuthorityNominator: Smith Dalia Architects, LLCThe Jekyll Island Club’s Crane and Cherokee Cottageswere constructed at Jekyll Island in the early1900s for the Cranes’ and Shradys’, two of the wealthiestfamilies in America. Both buildings are based onItalian Renaissance architecture, but each was interpretedin a very different way. In the 1940s, the two cottagesbegan to fall into severe disrepair. The JekyllIsland Club worked closely with Smith Dalia Architects to prepare a preservation plan. Crane (picturedhere) and Cherokee presented several design challenges in the renovation and adaptation ofthe nearly century-old structures to accommodate contemporary needs of guests. Some interior wallswere removed in order to create a more spacious interior and add bathrooms, while basic floor plansand circulation patterns remain the same. The creative adaptation of the Crane and Cherokee Cottageshas created beautiful upscale lodging accommodations.

Excellence in RehabilitationThe Judd House, DaltonOwner: Evelyn MyersNominator: W. Moses BondThe Judd House is an elegant 22-room brick andstucco country manor whose name, Oneonta, means“resting place.” A textbook example of English Artsand Crafts design, Oneonta was built in 1921 as thepart-time home of Lenna Gertrude Judd. The housewas vacant from the late 1970s until Evelyn Myersbought it in 2000. Ms. Myers invited interior designersto help decorate the rooms of the six-bedroom,seven-bathroom house, focusing mostly on the details, since most of the fixtures are original to thehouse. The house was Dalton's 2001 Decorator Showhouse and Gardens last fall, and proceeds benefitedseveral of the area's historic and civic organizations. The rehabilitation has retained the originalfloor plan, and only the kitchen has been updated. In addition, Ms. Myers had a landscape architectdocument the layout of the original gardens to recreate the way the grounds appeared in the 1920s.Old Georgia State Capitol, MilledgevilleOwner: Georgia Military CollegeNominator: Lord, Aeck & SargentGeorgia’s Old State Capitol has had a long, turbulenthistory. Georgia leaders made the decision to secedefrom the Union within its walls. The building has beenburned three times, occupied by many tenants, andmisinterpreted by many inaccurate renovations. Mostof the original interior was destroyed and numerousalterations were made throughout the years. The exteriorof this 36,000-square-foot building was excellentlyPhoto by Jonathan Hillyerrestored to its original Gothic Revival Style c. 1867, andhistoric interior areas, including the rotunda and its grand staircase, as well as legislative areas, wererehabilitated. Occupied by Georgia Military College since 1879, the Old State Capitol now serves as amulti-function structure that houses a history museum, executive offices and classrooms.Southern Dairies Building, AtlantaOwner: Southern Dairies Partners, LLCNominator: Smith Dalia Architects, LLCThe Southern Dairies Complex consists of what wasonce two separate parcels: one built in 1930 forSouthern Dairies, and one built in 1941 for EmpireLinen. The property changed hands several times andwas eventually consolidated into a single dairy productsmanufacturing facility. The design and developmentvision by Smith Dalia Architects was to createan urban workplace where people would want tomove in with their businesses. By removing the fences and large coolers around the building, thecomplex now once again addresses the street. Work to the interior included removal of partitions andsuspended ceiling systems. The complex features a variety of businesses operating in this vibrant,naturally lit and well-landscaped environment.2002 Preservation Awards

2002 Preservation AwardsExcellence in RehabilitationWarthen Lane Interiors, WarthenOwner: Al WoodsNominator: Washington Co. Historical Society, Inc.Many buildings were built between 1900 and 1920 inWarthen, including the Farmers and MerchantsBank in 1911. The structure subsequently saw manyuses, including service as a general merchandisestore, a bus station and a post office. It becamevacant in the 1980s. In 1997, Warthen was listed as aNational Register Historic District, which sparkedinterest in the old buildings. Spearheading that interesthas been Al Woods’ purchase and renovation of the bank. Work has included cleaning andrestoring the brick façade and installing a new roof. Inside, the original wall-hung oak banking deskis restored as a display counter. A canvas awning evokes the feeling of covered sidewalks while thefront entry was landscaped and the original hexagon paving blocks were uncovered. Today,Warthen Lane Interiors offers antiques, decorative services, and flower arrangements.J. Neel Reid Prize2002 J. Neel Reid Task Force:Mose Bond, Chair, Atlanta, Norman Askins, Atlanta, W. Lane Greene, Atlanta, Sheffield Hale, Atlanta,Dale Jaeger, Gainesville, Annie Jones, Macon, William R. Mitchell, Jr., Atlanta, Joseph Molloy, Jr., AIA,Atlanta, Mary Robinson, Atlanta, Susanne Schlaifer, Atlanta, Marion Slaton, Atlanta, Eugene L. Surber,FAIA, Atlanta, Georgia Trust Staff: Alison Tyrer, AtlantaThis year the Trust awarded the second annual J. Neel Reid Prize to Georgia Institute of Technologygraduate and instructor Michael Kleeman. The J. Neel Reid Prize is a $5,000 travel study fellowship fundedby the sale of the 1997 book “J. Neel Reid, Architect,” by William R. Mitchell, Jr. Mr. Kleeman teachesthe fundamentals of design, drafting and drawing at Georgia Tech. In addition, he is an architecturalintern at Jones Pierce Architects, which specializes in residential construction and the renovation of historicallysensitive neighborhoods throughout Atlanta. Mr. Kleeman plans to use the prize to travel to Italy andresearch Sebastiano Serlio, a noted 16th-century architectural writer and theorist.“Architecture and architectural history should really be so much more than pictures in books or slides,”said Mr. Kleeman. “The Neel Reid Prize offers a chance to physically explore places so I can convey thatkind of first-hand experience in my sketches, photos and knowledge.”Academic Scholarships2002 Scholarship Committee:Dr. Elizabeth A. Lyon, Chair, Flowery Branch, Karen Anderson-Cordova, Atlanta, Boyd Coons, Atlanta,Carole Merritt, Atlanta, Laura Straehla, Athens, Georgia Trust Staff: Jennifer Holcombe, AtlantaB. Phinizy Spalding ScholarshipKay Stanton, a graduate student in The Universityof Georgia’s historic preservation program,says she has been fascinated with historic buildingssince her childhood. Upon graduating fromBerry College with a bachelor of arts, she workedas property manager at the King Plow Arts Centerin Atlanta. Her next project is to document industrialbuildings along the Greenway in Athens. “Iplan to make a real difference,” she says, “be itlarge or small, as a preservationist in Georgia.”Hubert B. Owens ScholarshipBrandon McCuin is a graduate of The Universityof Georgia with a bachelor of arts in history andis working toward his graduate degree in historicpreservation at Georgia State University. He hada childhood that fostered his interest in historyand has helped his father and grandfather restoretwo farmhouses in Macon. Mr. McCuin says hehopes to “work in an environment where I willbe able to apply what I’ve learned to preservationprojects within the community.”

STAFF/BOARD NEWSThank You, Interns and Volunteers!The Georgia Trust thanks its interns and volunteers who have helpedvarious departments with special projects this spring.Nancy Kelly, a senior at The University of Georgia majoring in furnishingand interiors, joined the Properties department in February as avolunteer intern. In her internship, which ended in April, she worked onspecial projects relating to the Trust’s three house museums and learnedabout the various aspects of preservation services offered by the Trust.Nancy plans to pursue a master’s in historic preservation.The Trust also thanks Erin O’Bryant for volunteering to help thePreservation department prepare for the Preservation Awards programat the Annual Meeting. She helped write the script for the presentationat the meeting, as well as awards articles in “The Rambler.” In addition,she is a volunteer docent for Rhodes Hall. Erin graduated from The Universityof Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in history in 1999, and forthe past two years she has been employed as a human resources representativewith Acterna in Atlanta. She plans to pursue a career in historicpreservation.The Communications office has been grateful for the help of AndreaFoster, who began her photography internship in February. Andrea hashelped the Trust update its photo and slide archives and assisted inother communications projects throughout her internship, which endsin May, when she graduates from Oglethorpe University with a degreein fine arts and a minor in sociology. She is also a recipient of RotaryInternational’s Cultural Ambassadorial Scholarship and in Septemberwill attend St. Petersburg State University in Russia.Congratulations, Sheffield!Sheffield Hale, outgoing chair of The Georgia Trust, recently accepted anew position as associate chief counsel for the national office of the AmericanCancer Society in Atlanta. Previously, Mr. Hale was a partner in the Businessand Corporate Finance Group of the Atlanta law firm Kilpatrick Stockton LLP,with whom he has been affiliated for more than 15 years and will continue toserve as counsel. In addition, Gov. Roy Barnes announced in February thatMr. Hale has been selected to chair the Governor’s Judicial Nominating Commission.Mr. Hale is the youngest person ever selected for this position, whichassists the governor in the appointment of state judges by evaluating and recommendingcandidates.(L-R) Volunteer Nancy Kelly and interns AndreaFoster and Laili Hudaifah. Not pictured: ErinO’Bryant.Laili Hudaifah completed an internship in the Main Street design assistance program in April. She assisted theMain Street design manager with renderings, made suggestions for storefront designs, and gave advice on how torehabilitate downtown buildings. She also went on several site visits with the Main Street design assistance manager.Laili graduated in September with a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from the Art Institute of Atlanta, where shemajored in interior design. She is continuing to assist the Main Street Design manager with various projects on apart-time basis.Changing of the BoardThe Georgia Trust will welcome our new chair, Mr. Tom Wight of Macon, inthe next issue of “The Rambler.” New and retiring trustees will also be recognizedin that issue.Sheffield Hale and his father Bradley,also a former chairman of the Trust,with son Thomas.

PAID ADVERTISEMENTSALPHARETTA, c. 1895. Farmhouse on 4.69acres in Cherokee County. 3BR/2BA Originalwoodwork. House in good condition. Oldbarn & smokehouse. Fenced pasture. Countywater. $269,900. RE/MAX Town & CountryZerah Wilson 770-544-2124.www.teamcherokee.netATHENS, c. 1849. The home of Howell Cobb,former governor of Georgia, in Cobbham HistoricDistrict; last ante-bellum Greekcolumnedhome in Athens which remains aresidence; elegance throughout, grand 12-footcenter hall, renovated four-over-four design inexcellent condition, brochure available.$825,000. Diane Adams, Prudential BlantonRealtors, 706-613-6040, ext. 234, or 706-543-0846, dianea@prudentialblanton.com.ATHENS, c. 1902. This charming home is surroundedby 3+ ac. of trees, arbor and gardensin the heart of historic "Five Points." This ramblinghome features heart pine floors, marblefireplaces, master on main level, remodeledbaths and kitchen and separate carriage houseapt. $997,000. Diane Adams, Prudential Blanton,706-613-6040, ext. 234 or 706-543-0846,dianea@prudentialblanton.comBARNESVILLE, c. 1850. American GothicRevival built by John Means totally on thepremises, using square nails and pegs, w/custommade windows, mouldings and trims forthe front porch and unique corner pilasters.5BR/2BA, beautifully restored, 45 minutes toAtlanta Airport. Virtual tour atwww.opendoorhomes.com. $289,900, Betty Burnett,404-308-3431, Harry Norman Realtors,McDonough.COLUMBUS, c. 1835. The Woolfolk House is afine example of Greek Revival architecture.Built by John Woolfolk, one of the pioneers ofMuscogee County. 2-story frame house w/6Doric columns. Listed on the National Registerand located in the Wynnton Village HistoricDistrict. Property has been vacant for manyyears and needs restoration. Contact ElizabethBarker at the Historic Columbus Foundation at706-322-0756. $150,000COVINGTON, c. 1898. Regency Hall. A FederalStyle masterpiece. Owners have extensivelyrestored the home and grounds. Detailedmouldings. Hardwood floors, intricately carvedmantles and stained-glass windows are amongthe elegant appointments throughout thishome. 6BR/6.5BA, 2 parlors, large dining room,ballroom, pool, gardens, etc. $1,750,000. ClydeWilliams, Harry Norman Realtors, 404-316-4243. Equal housing opportunity.EATONTON, c. 1814. Remodeled in 1840s and1880s. Gothic Revival Jenkins House on 12 acreslandscaped by Berckmans in picturesque-styleof Downing. Partial restoration incl. new wiring,plumbing, roof and structural repairs. Listed inPerkerson’s White Columns and Linley’s Architecture.Beautiful plaster medallions, graining, marblemantels, heart pine, 13’ ceilings, 14 rooms, 6porches, 2 outbuildings. 1st time on marketsince 1873. $550,000. Owner 706-485-0388.GREENSBORO, 1907. Grand Oaks wasupdated without compromising its integrity.With 5BR/2BA and handsome woodworkthroughout. Other features include formal living& dining rooms, library, kitchen and butler’spantry. Pocket doors, wrap porch, tenniscourt, gazebo and fountain. $450,000. TerriThornton, Coldwell Banker. LOR 800-432-0858.www.cblakeoconee.com.GWINNETT, c. 1827. Isaac Adair House.Award-winning restored plantation housenear Atlanta. 3900 s.f. National Register housesits in 10-acre secluded park-like setting.Wildlife and small waterfall on property.Museum-quality home with all modern comfortsand necessities for gracious Southern living.$694,500. Contact: Frances Johnson, C-21Findley Real Estate, 770-476-5238; e-mailfhj1125@bellsouth.net.

PAID ADVERTISEMENTSHANCOCK COUNTY, c. 1820. Sparta HistoricDistrict. 2-story federal-style home on 1 acre,3BR/2BA, 5 working fireplaces, wainscoting,fluted pilasters, crown mouldings, keepingroom, side and rear patios, $125,000. TeresaHollis, Hollis Realty Co., 706-444-6106 orhollisry@hom.net.LAKELAND, c. 1905. Lanier County. 4/5 bedrooms,4 full baths, 6 fireplaces, crystal chandeliers,ceiling fans, hardwoods, carpet and terrazzotile floors. Central heat/air, updatedkitchen w/custom cabinets and Kitchenaidappliances. Concrete drive, patio and walkway.2 storage bldgs., 4-car carport. Lot 123’x179’,zoned R/C, ideal home, bed & breakfast oroffice bldg. Asking price: $235,000. Contact229-560-2006.MADISON, 1905. Elegant estate in historicMadison on 5+ acres. Grand entrance foyer,formal parlors and large dining room, 5BR/4BA, spectacular kitchen with amenities befittingthe finest gourmet chef, fireplaces, 11-ft.ceilings, pine floors. Pool, barn, huge trees,established landscaping. $995,000. LindaHagler, 706-474-0085, Baldwin Realty, Inc.1-800-776-7653.MARIETTA, c. 1895. "The Blair House." Greekand Georgian architectural styling merge beautifully.First level offers formal rooms, library,updated kitchen, sunroom and more. Upperlevel offers 4BR/3BA. Terrace Level finished toperfection with billiard room opening to gatedpool area and English garden. Magnificenthome is breathtaking with 12’ ceilings, ornatemouldings, heavy baseboards, and hardwoodsthroughout. $795,000. 770-420-0889.PALMETTO, South Fulton, c. 1885. Two-story,wonderfully restored, wrap front porch,5BR/3.5BA, formal living room, formal diningroom, parlor, 7 fireplaces, gourmet kitchen,central hall, 2 staircases, heart pine floors, backporch, single detached garage, concrete parkingpad, goldfish pond. Many great features.Previously operated as a Bed & Breakfast.$583,000. Chip Barron, Lindsey’s, Inc. Realtors,770-253-6990 or 770-251-2304.SENOIA, Coweta Co., c. 1909. The Veranda,world-famous bed-and-breakfast, 10 bedrooms/10full baths, 2 half-baths, living room,huge dining room, den, parlor, 2 staircases,commercial kitchen, wrap porch, barn, goldfishpond and garden, ideal for home or business.$750,000 unfurnished, $895,000 furnished.Chip Barron, Lindsey’s, Inc. Realtors,770-253-6990 or 770-251-2304.TENNILLE, 1890s. Victorian home for sale.2002 Georgia Trust Historic PreservationAward winner. REDUCED: $225,000. 4000 sq.ft., 1+ acre nestled in central GA 1 hr fromMacon/Augusta & 2 hrs fromSavannah/Atlanta. Gourmet kitchen,5BR/2BA, beautifully preserved; must see toappreciate. For information package/pics, call229-903-9876 or e-mail PSMU1@aol.com.UNION POINT, 1860s. Hawthorne Heights.With 3 acres & 5500 sq. ft. waiting for renovation.Original raised cottage transformed intoNeoclassical in early 1900s features woodmouldings, floors and trims. 5BR/3BA, parlor,formal living & dining rooms, servants quarters& more. $345,000. Call Terri @ ColdwellBanker, LOR 800-432-0858.www.cblakeoconee.com.WARREN COUNTY, 1800. Jewel of a house indowntown Warrenton has 3 stories withexquisite, original stairway and a brick-flooredbasement. Finely detailed home w/Federalmantels, original windows and mouldings.Presently used as antique shop. Needs restoration!$65,000. Teresa Hollis, Hollis Realty Co.,706-444-6106 or hollisry@hom.net.

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