Historic Preservation

The Top 5 Historic Preservation Stories That Struck a Chord in 2022

By Karen Eubank / December 29, 2022 /
(Photo: Mimi Perez for CandyDirt.com)

Did you know CandysDirt.com is the only media outlet in the country offering a weekly column on historic preservation? I spend a good portion of each week researching ways to educate and inform our readers about why preserving our built history is critical. I also persuade and cajole some of our finest preservation specialists such…

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Sanborn Maps And Why They Are Important to Historic Preservation

By Karen Eubank / December 22, 2022 /

You probably need some solitude and a break from family and festivities right now. Go grab a hot toddy and head to a quiet space with your computer — I’ll wait! Ready? Today I’m giving you more insight into finding details about your historic house with Sanborn Maps. Hopefully, you read my post last week,…

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Did a Famous Stripper Swan Dive Into The Pool of Your Historic Home?

By Karen Eubank / December 15, 2022 /
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We have 20 historic districts and 18 conservation districts in Dallas. Homebuyers are attracted to these neighborhoods for a reason. They want homes with character and, of course, a history. Realtors who sell in these neighborhoods owe it to their clients to do the research because it is often a selling factor. We all know…

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Charles A. Barnett’s Beautifully Updated Park Cities Manor House is a Success Story

By Karen Eubank / December 8, 2022 /

This architecturally significant manor house is a win for the Park Cities. It offers an example of what is possible and what is quite frankly better in an era when we see lots being scraped left and right. It’s a joy for the eye to land on a classic historic home that has been saved…

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Get Nosy With us And Dig Into The History on Display For The Winnetka Heights Holiday Home Tour  

By Karen Eubank / December 1, 2022 /

The Winnetka Heights Holiday Home Tour is next Saturday, and it’s the perfect way to kick off your holiday season. It’s also a great excuse to be nosy! Let’s be honest. We are all a bit nosy, and nothing scratches that itch quite like a great home tour. We get a glimpse into a cool…

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