Historic Real Estate
What is receivership? And what does it have to do with historic preservation? Companies often use receivership to avoid bankruptcy by having a receiver manage assets and finances until they regain profitability. But how does receivership relate to a historic home? ‘Demolition by Neglect’ We’ve all seen vacant homes sliding downhill to the point that no…
The Sandidge-Walker House at 2420 College Avenue was built by cattleman George Sandidge, who only lived in it for four years. Legendary Will Rogers was a frequent guest. The next owner was Dr. Gussie Walker, who had served as Fort Worth’s City Health Officer. In 1954 it became the rectory for the nearby St. John’s…
Few North Texas cities have preserved their historical heritage more than Waxahachie. Though history buffs and architectural junkies flock to the city year-round to get an outward glimpse of its treasured structures, the annual Gingerbread Trail Tour gives visitors a chance to step back in time and step into select homes and buildings for an…
The inaugural Cochran Heights Home Tour made us fall in love with this neighborhood, which is full-to-bursting with adorable, quirky Charles Dilbeck designs. This year, deepen your affection for this East Dallas nabe on April 6, and get to know a whole new crop of homes, both Dilbeck and not! This year, CandysDirt.com was lucky…
By Deb R. Brimer Contributing Writer Winnetka Heights has the look and feel of a modern Rockwell-esque painting. Today’s canvas reveals stunning historic style, native North Oak Cliff beauty, and the vibrancy of a culturally diverse, urban neighborhood. But the picture wasn’t always pretty. Some people make history. Others preserve it. According to the Winnetka…
