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“Born Modern: The Next Preservation Generation,” An Overview

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Taz Loomans

A couple of weeks ago, I heard Christine French from the National Trust for Historic Preservation speak about Recent Past Preservation at the Modern Phoenix Expo. Christine’s talk, titled “Born Modern: The Next Preservation Generation,” was particularly important to Phoenix … Continue reading →

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How the afterglow of Modern Phoenix saved a bunny

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Marshall Shore

Modern Phoenix Week was great! There were so many levels to enjoy, including the homes, history, design, education, and what really made it the people. With all those people you’re bound to make connections. There was a Senior singles meetup … Continue reading →

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Modern Phoenix is NOW!

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Marshall Shore

Although the weekend was rather rainy, it was still very exciting. Why you ask? There was the kick-off event for Modern Phoenix Week at the Fabulous! Phoenix Metro Retro at 708 W. Hazelwood St. This weekend also featured the Sunnyslope … Continue reading →

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“Keep it Weird: Sunnyslope Tour,” April 9

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Marshall Shore

This tour is extremely limited, so buy your tickets now! Modern Phoenix Week kicks off with a bang with a very limited and exclusive bus tour of Sunnyslope, Saturday, April 9.  Visit some of the wonderful, wacky, and weird places that make … Continue reading →

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Midcentury Marvels Book an Inspiration to Save Historic Buildings

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Taz Loomans

Today I attended the public release of the book Midcentury Marvels, a much anticipated book on mid-century modern architecture in Phoenix by Don Ryden and other contributors.  The turn out was great and there were easily several hundred people there. … Continue reading →

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Historic Preservation Doesn’t Happen Without Community Engagement

Posted on July 24, 2010 by Taz Loomans

Change isn’t going to come until we, the residents of Phoenix, also take responsibility for all the demolition that takes place here. Continue reading →

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