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The Birth of Historic Preservation in Boston (episode 151)
The Birth of Historic Preservation in Boston (episode 151)
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Length:
35 minutes
Released:
Sep 22, 2019
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Podcast episode
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From the mid-19th century through the nation’s centennial in 1876, some of Boston’s most important historic sites and attractions were destroyed or nearly so. Starting with the Beacon Hill home of founding father John Hancock in 1863, and going right through the 20th century, Old South Meetinghouse, the Old State House, the Old Corner Bookstore, and many other buildings that help lend Boston its unique character, were threatened with demolition in the name of progress. After early losses, Boston was faced with the prospect of midwestern cities like Chicago or St Louis buying up and moving iconic buildings in order to save them from the wrecking ball. Through this threat, Bostonians learned to value their cultural heritage and banded together to protect early historic sites, especially those connected to the Revolutionary War that were of importance to all Americans.
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Show notes: http://HUBhistory.com/151
Support us: http://patreon.com/HUBhistory
Released:
Sep 22, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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