Ever hear of the National Historic Preservation Act? The name of the law conjures up images of renovating national treasures and long admission lines just to get a glance of a piece of American history. But you’d be surprised what the legislation actually covers. It goes far beyond spit-polishing Mt. Rushmore or adding weather sealant to the statue of liberty.
On May 6-7, the City of Idaho Falls Community Development Services Department and Idaho State Historical Society are bringing two events to town that could change the way you look at historic landmarks and the value of preservation.
“Understanding National Register Designation for Property Owners,” by Pete L’Orange will be held
on May 5 at 5:00 p.m. at the ARTitorium on Broadway, 271 W. Broadway Street. A brown bag luncheon, “Wait, THAT’S Historic? Preserving More than Pretty Houses and Fancy Buildings,” by Pete L’Orange on May 6 at noon will also be held at the ARTitorium on Broadway.
Both presentations are free and open to the public.
A self-guided walking tour of the city’s 11th Street Historic District will also be held on June 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This tour is open to the public, and registration will be held just prior to the tour at Kate Curley Park.
The month of May is also designated as Idaho Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month.
For additional information, contact Brent McLane, City of Idaho Falls, at 208-612-8187.