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Historic Preservation: Background and Funding

Description: This report summarizes the federal role in historic preservation. It provides descriptions of and funding information for some of the major preservation programs, including the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and the National Register for Historic Places. Some Members of Congress have given historic preservation programs close scrutiny and have recommended that historic preservation activities be supp… more
Date: January 5, 2005
Creator: Boren, Susan
Item Type: Refine your search to only Report
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

[Timeless Elegance: Capturing Victorian Splendor at Thurber's Old Miners Cabin]

Description: Immerse yourself in the grandeur of yesteryears as the Old Miners Cabin in Thurber, Texas, becomes a stage for Victorian charm. Enthusiasts clad in exquisite period attire gather, freezing moments in time against the backdrop of this ghost town's remains. Once a bustling coal-mining hub with a population reaching 8,000 to 10,000, Thurber's echoes of prosperity resonate in this photograph. Today, its legacy lingers as a testament to history, nestled in the northwest corner of Erath County, seven… more
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Elegance Amidst Relics: A Glimpse of Thurber's Miner's House]

Description: Step into the past with this captivating photograph capturing a man adorned in a dapper three-piece suit and a timeless hat, striking a pose at the historic Miner's House in Thurber, Texas. Amidst the remnants of this once-thriving coal-mining town, the gentleman stands as a modern-day tribute to an era of refinement and labor. Thurber, now a ghost town, once thrived as a bustling community, and the Miner's House stands as a silent witness to its vibrant history. Nestled in the northwest corner… more
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Echoes of Elegance: Victorian Splendor at the Old Miners Cabin, Thurber, Texas]

Description: Step into a time capsule of Victorian opulence as history and fashion converge outside the Old Miners Cabin in Thurber, Texas. Adorned in resplendent traditional attire, individuals capture moments reminiscent of a bygone era against the backdrop of this once-thriving coal-mining town. Though now a ghost town, Thurber's vibrant past resonates through this image, harking back to a time when it flourished as the heart of Texas' bituminous-coal industry from 1918 to 1920. The legacy of a populatio… more
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[The Historic Waco Suspension Bridge: A Landmark of Beauty and Tradition]

Description: The Waco Suspension Bridge, an iconic structure crossing the Brazos River in Texas, stands as a testament to engineering brilliance. With a single-span of 475 ft and constructed with nearly 3 million bricks, it opened its gates to the public on November 20, 1869. Connecting Indian Spring Park and Doris D. Miller Park, the bridge holds significance as the birthplace of Waco, where the Huaco Indians once settled. Every Independence Day, it becomes a gathering place for locals to witness dazzling … more
Date: March 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.561198 -97.127141
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[The Iconic McLennan County Courthouse: A Legacy of Neoclassical Elegance]

Description: The McLennan County Courthouse, constructed in 1901, stands proudly as a distinguished symbol of justice and civic pride in Waco, Texas. Designed by the renowned architect James Riley Gordon, this neoclassical marvel boasts Corinthian pilasters, elegant columns, and justice-themed statues, including the Greek goddess Themis holding the scales of justice. The interior captivates with stained-glass art and marble columns, while serving as the repository for McLennan County's legal history and gov… more
Date: March 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.557378 -97.133517
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[The Texas Sports Hall of Fame: Celebrating Texas Legends]

Description: The Texas Sports Hall of Fame, founded in 1951 by the Texas Sports Writers Association, is a prestigious institution honoring athletes, coaches, and administrators who have left an indelible mark on Texas sports. As the first state in the U.S. to establish a sports hall of fame, it boasts over 300 celebrated inductees, with baseball star Tris Speaker as its inaugural honoree. After a journey that led from Grand Prairie to Waco, the Hall of Fame now stands proudly in Waco, showcasing the remarka… more
Date: March 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.552658 -97.117916
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[The Legendary Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum: A Historic Tribute]

Description: Situated along the picturesque Brazos River in Waco, Texas, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum stands as a revered center dedicated to preserving and honoring the storied history of the renowned Texas Rangers law enforcement agency. With its diverse exhibits, including the Homer Garrison Jr. museum gallery and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame, visitors are immersed in the rich heritage of these iconic symbols of Texas and the American West. As a nonprofit institution, the museum's mission is… more
Date: March 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.555518 -97.118709
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Surviving the Circle: Waco's Historic Traffic Hub since 1933]

Description: Step back in time to Waco's historic traffic hub, the Waco Traffic Circle, built in 1933. This vintage photo captures the charm of a bygone era, with highways connecting to the circle in 1934 and 1935, making it the bustling center of the city. Despite the changes over the years, Wacoans have been navigating and fondly reminiscing about this iconic landmark for almost 88 years.
Date: March 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.524008 -97.131972
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Nostalgic Charm: A Man at the Historic Waco Traffic Circle]

Description: This timeless photograph portrays the Waco Traffic Circle, built in 1933, as a centerpiece of transportation history. With highways connecting in 1934 and 1935, it became a bustling traffic hub, now standing for nearly 88 years as a testament to Waco's enduring heritage.
Date: March 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.524021 -97.131984
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Timeless Charm: The Waco Traffic Circle and Its Historic Legacy]

Description: Step back in time and explore the rich history of the Waco Traffic Circle, an iconic landmark built in 1933. This historical hub connected major highways around Waco, transforming it into a bustling traffic center. As you delve into the past, discover how the Circle's significance evolved over the years, making it a symbol of endurance and nostalgia for the local community for almost 88 years.
Date: March 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.524021 -97.131984
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Waco Traffic Circle: A Timeless Icon of the Past]

Description: Discover the timeless charm of the Waco Traffic Circle, a historic landmark built in 1933 and connected to highways in 1934 and 1935. Originally located "out in the country," it later became the bustling traffic hub of Waco. Despite its age, the Wacoans have been "surviving the Circle" for nearly 88 years, cherishing its rich history and significance to the city's development.
Date: March 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.524021 -97.131984
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Waco Traffic Circle: A Timeless Icon of Connectivity]

Description: Immerse yourself in the history of the Waco Traffic Circle, a remarkable landmark erected in 1933. Originally situated "out in the country," the Circle later evolved into a bustling traffic hub with highways connecting to it in 1934 and 1935. Unveil the journey of this iconic symbol of connectivity that has stood the test of time, serving as a nostalgic reminder of Waco's enduring heritage for nearly 88 years.
Date: March 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.524021 -97.131984
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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