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Historic Preservation
We advocate for sustaining Teton County’s unique sense of place by preserving our architectural and landscape heritage. Join us on our mission to support our community character.
Introducing Classic Cars and Old Barns by @carsandbarns! Experience Teton County`s agricultural past through a self-paced driving tour. Enjoy vintage and exotic cars; a lunch by Sweet Cheeks Meats on the banks of the Snake River; and a behind-the-scenes tour of some of the valley’s most iconic barns. Link in bio for details and tickets.
Thanks to the event partners & sponsors: @jacksonhole_history, @tetontrust22, @tetonraptorcenter, @jacksonholeherefordranch, @crescenthranch, @visitjacksonhole, @trailcreekranch_jh.
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #JacksonWY #classiccars #savingplaces #oldbarns #oldcars
![Introducing Classic Cars and Old Barns by @carsandbarns! Experience Teton County's agricultural past through a self-paced driving tour. Enjoy vintage and exotic cars; a lunch by Sweet Cheeks Meats on the banks of the Snake River; and a behind-the-scenes tour of some of the valley’s most iconic barns. Link in bio for details and tickets.
Thanks to the event partners & sponsors: @jacksonhole_history, @tetontrust22, @tetonraptorcenter, @jacksonholeherefordranch, @crescenthranch, @visitjacksonhole, @trailcreekranch_jh.
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #JacksonWY #classiccars #savingplaces #oldbarns #oldcars](https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
The Secretary’s Standards for the treatment of historic properties are an important set of guidelines that help protect historic resources. They are: Preservation, Rehabilitation, Restoration, and Reconstruction.
This month we’re looking at Preservation.
Preservation is the process of implementing actions needed to maintain the current condition, integrity, and materials of a historic property. This typically involves ongoing maintenance and repair of historic elements rather than major replacements or new constructions. While it`s acceptable to make limited and careful updates to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure functionality and meet code requirements, adding new exterior features is not part of this approach.
To read more on the Secretary’s Standards, please visit the link in our bio.
To read more on the Secretary’s Standards, please visit: https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1739/secretary-standards-treatment-historic-properties.htm
📸: Cunningham Cabin (HJH 2003.0050.007) & Samantha Ford
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #HistoricWyoming #SavingPlaces #JacksonHoleHistory #JacksonHole #HistoryJacksonHole #ThatsWY #PeopleSavingPlaces
![The Secretary’s Standards for the treatment of historic properties are an important set of guidelines that help protect historic resources. They are: Preservation, Rehabilitation, Restoration, and Reconstruction.
This month we’re looking at Preservation.
Preservation is the process of implementing actions needed to maintain the current condition, integrity, and materials of a historic property. This typically involves ongoing maintenance and repair of historic elements rather than major replacements or new constructions. While it's acceptable to make limited and careful updates to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure functionality and meet code requirements, adding new exterior features is not part of this approach.
To read more on the Secretary’s Standards, please visit the link in our bio.
To read more on the Secretary’s Standards, please visit: https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1739/secretary-standards-treatment-historic-properties.htm
📸: Cunningham Cabin (HJH 2003.0050.007) & Samantha Ford
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #HistoricWyoming #SavingPlaces #JacksonHoleHistory #JacksonHole #HistoryJacksonHole #ThatsWY #PeopleSavingPlaces](https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Jackson Hole has a long history of repurposing structures and buildings. The old walk-in freezer from the Bar BC has been living a second life at the @rlazysranch and is still part of an active dude ranch today.
#thisplacematters #historicpreservation #jacksonhole #jacksonholehistory #thatswy #historicduderanch #duderanch #deserve2preserve
![Jackson Hole has a long history of repurposing structures and buildings. The old walk-in freezer from the Bar BC has been living a second life at the @rlazysranch and is still part of an active dude ranch today.
#thisplacematters #historicpreservation #jacksonhole #jacksonholehistory #thatswy #historicduderanch #duderanch #deserve2preserve](https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
📖 This month’s Preservation Dictionary term is: Adaptive Reuse
“Adaptive reuse of historic buildings is the process of repurposing old structures for new uses while maintaining their historical and architectural significance. This approach allows buildings to be preserved and used in ways that meet contemporary needs, offering a blend of heritage conservation and modern functionality.” -Preserve the Burg
To read more about the importance of reusing our older buildings to help businesses, read the Preserve the Burg study at the link in our bio.
📥 Have suggestions for a definition or questions about adaptive reuse? Leave them below!
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #JacksonWY #PreservationDictionary #savingplaces
![📖 This month’s Preservation Dictionary term is: Adaptive Reuse
“Adaptive reuse of historic buildings is the process of repurposing old structures for new uses while maintaining their historical and architectural significance. This approach allows buildings to be preserved and used in ways that meet contemporary needs, offering a blend of heritage conservation and modern functionality.” -Preserve the Burg
To read more about the importance of reusing our older buildings to help businesses, read the Preserve the Burg study at the link in our bio.
📥 Have suggestions for a definition or questions about adaptive reuse? Leave them below!
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #JacksonWY #PreservationDictionary #savingplaces](https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Please join us in welcoming new board member Alyson Klaczkiewicz! We’ve been highlighting members of our Board to get to know their diverse backgrounds and expertise.
Q: How did you become interested in Historic Preservation?
A: I have a B.A. in History, a senior-level class was dedicated to Historic Preservation. I found it fascinating and fun.
Q: What’s your background, and what perspective do you bring to the Board?
A: My dad worked in GTNP at the Colter Bay Chevron Station during college summer breaks in the sixties, and my mom`s family vacationed at what is now the Climber`s Ranch, in the early 50`s, then they honeymooned at The Wort. They brought my sisters and I to Jackson in 1981 or 1982 to stay with friends, then I spent every subsequent summer, holiday and spring break here until moving here permanently in 1998. My history major, class on Historic Preservation, and life spent here gives me a nostalgic, yet real and current perspective on what the town was like, where it is now and how we can balance past and present to retain what makes Jackson so special.
Q: What’s your favorite architectural detail or style?
A: Finials.
Q: What’s your favorite historic building in Teton County?
A: Murie Ranch (Historic Landmark, not just one building).
Q: If you could live in any building anywhere in the world, what would it be?
A: I would live in my family`s original home, in Wilson.
Q: What are your goals for the future of Preservation in Teton County?
A: To be an informed, passionate and helpful public servant.
![Please join us in welcoming new board member Alyson Klaczkiewicz! We’ve been highlighting members of our Board to get to know their diverse backgrounds and expertise.
Q: How did you become interested in Historic Preservation?
A: I have a B.A. in History, a senior-level class was dedicated to Historic Preservation. I found it fascinating and fun.
Q: What’s your background, and what perspective do you bring to the Board?
A: My dad worked in GTNP at the Colter Bay Chevron Station during college summer breaks in the sixties, and my mom's family vacationed at what is now the Climber's Ranch, in the early 50's, then they honeymooned at The Wort. They brought my sisters and I to Jackson in 1981 or 1982 to stay with friends, then I spent every subsequent summer, holiday and spring break here until moving here permanently in 1998. My history major, class on Historic Preservation, and life spent here gives me a nostalgic, yet real and current perspective on what the town was like, where it is now and how we can balance past and present to retain what makes Jackson so special.
Q: What’s your favorite architectural detail or style?
A: Finials.
Q: What’s your favorite historic building in Teton County?
A: Murie Ranch (Historic Landmark, not just one building).
Q: If you could live in any building anywhere in the world, what would it be?
A: I would live in my family's original home, in Wilson.
Q: What are your goals for the future of Preservation in Teton County?
A: To be an informed, passionate and helpful public servant.](https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
F is for: False front!
False front facades are closely associated with western architecture. However, this style was built throughout the United States during the 19th century. They were inexpensive to build, and the parapet wall helped to give the building additional height and personality. It helped to give the impression of the larger multi-story eastern storefronts while in reality housing a much smaller interior space. They were often replaced by actual multi-story buildings with masonry rather than wooden frame construction.
There are several older false front buildings that have been preserved in Jackson. Can you name a few? List them in the comments!
Have you seen examples of these styles around town? Take a photo and tag us.
📥 Have suggestions or questions for this series? Leave them below!
📸: Hoffman jewelry store. (HJH 1958.2413.001)
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #JacksonWY #Architecture
![F is for: False front!
False front facades are closely associated with western architecture. However, this style was built throughout the United States during the 19th century. They were inexpensive to build, and the parapet wall helped to give the building additional height and personality. It helped to give the impression of the larger multi-story eastern storefronts while in reality housing a much smaller interior space. They were often replaced by actual multi-story buildings with masonry rather than wooden frame construction.
There are several older false front buildings that have been preserved in Jackson. Can you name a few? List them in the comments!
Have you seen examples of these styles around town? Take a photo and tag us.
📥 Have suggestions or questions for this series? Leave them below!
📸: Hoffman jewelry store. (HJH 1958.2413.001)
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #JacksonWY #Architecture](https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
100 years ago today Geraldine Lucas became the first local woman to climb the Grand Teton with Paul Petzoldt, who was then just 16 years old. 111 years ago today, Lucas moved to Jackson and claimed her homestead at the base of the Tetons. Geraldine spent many years admiring the peaks before realizing that she might be able to reach them. She was known to refer to them as "her" mountains. So when a young Paul Petzoldt arrived to ask permission to access the mountains from her property, Lucas knew she had to go with him. That is, after he had made his first successful attempt. On his next trip up, he brought Geraldine with him. Today Geraldine`s cabins remain in Grand Teton National Park, as does Geraldine herself. She`s interred in boulder on a portion of her old homestead with eternal views of the mountains she loved.
![100 years ago today Geraldine Lucas became the first local woman to climb the Grand Teton with Paul Petzoldt, who was then just 16 years old. 111 years ago today, Lucas moved to Jackson and claimed her homestead at the base of the Tetons. Geraldine spent many years admiring the peaks before realizing that she might be able to reach them. She was known to refer to them as "her" mountains. So when a young Paul Petzoldt arrived to ask permission to access the mountains from her property, Lucas knew she had to go with him. That is, after he had made his first successful attempt. On his next trip up, he brought Geraldine with him. Today Geraldine's cabins remain in Grand Teton National Park, as does Geraldine herself. She's interred in boulder on a portion of her old homestead with eternal views of the mountains she loved.](https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
🗓️ Mark your calendars for the 2nd Tuesday of every month for the Preservation Board meeting!
🤝 Our next Board Meeting is TOMORROW Tuesday, August 13th from 7-9pm in person and via Zoom. Meetings are held in the Teton County Board of Commissioners Meeting Room.
👥The public is welcome to comment at every meeting. For details about this month’s meeting, see the links below:
📋 AGENDA: https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/tchpb-meeting-documents/
💻 ZOOM LINK: https://bit.ly/teton-preservation-zoom
📸: Pay day at the Jackson Lake Dam c.1914 (HJH 1958.0789.001P)
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #HistoricWyoming #PeopleSavingPlaces #JacksonHoleHistory #HistoryJacksonHole
![🗓️ Mark your calendars for the 2nd Tuesday of every month for the Preservation Board meeting!
🤝 Our next Board Meeting is TOMORROW Tuesday, August 13th from 7-9pm in person and via Zoom. Meetings are held in the Teton County Board of Commissioners Meeting Room.
👥The public is welcome to comment at every meeting. For details about this month’s meeting, see the links below:
📋 AGENDA: https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/tchpb-meeting-documents/
💻 ZOOM LINK: https://bit.ly/teton-preservation-zoom
📸: Pay day at the Jackson Lake Dam c.1914 (HJH 1958.0789.001P)
#HistoricPreservation #ThisPlaceMatters #JacksonHoleWyoming #HistoricWyoming #PeopleSavingPlaces #JacksonHoleHistory #HistoryJacksonHole](https://tetonhistoricpreservation.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)