Canton
Preservation
Society


131 Wertz Ave NW
Canton, OH 44708
330-452-9341

What's Current in Preservation at CPS . . .

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FALL 2012 ISSUE  OF THE PRESERVATIONIST

More on the cover story . . .
Zoar Village has been designated one of America's 11 Most Endangered Places by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Learn more about this nearby significant gem:

2012 PRESERVATION AWARD WINNERS

At the May 17 Annual Meeting . . .

CPS presented the 2012 Annual Preservation Award in the Residential category to Carol and David Hoffman, current owners of the Charles E. Firestone Home.  Stark County's notable architect, Charles E. Firestone, designed and built in 1959 this Wright Usonian style house as his personal home on West Dale Road NW. In Frank Lloyd Wright fashion, the house is situated to fit into the existing natural environment. A large north-facing cathedral window wall maximizes light and brings natural beauty into the great room. The home has special meaning to Mr.  Hoffman, who over his lifetime has attended elementary and high school, has been employed, and now lives in Firestone designed structures.

Winning the 2012 Adapted Reuse category is Dr. Albert Domingo for re-purposing the former Hastings U.S. Army Reserve Center on Parkway Street NW. Built in 1957 and named for Pfc Joe Hastings of Magnolia, a WWII posthumous Medal of Honor recipient, the Center closed in 2007. Dr. Domingo envisioned the property as an opportunity to expand his practice, diversify associated services, and offer high quality care to all area women and families close to both Canton hospitals and SARTA service. Randy Parsons, with Mann Architects of Akron, served as project manager. The re-design was thoughtfully driven by the needs and wishes of both patients and employees, while improving the site's appearance in its neighborhood.

2012 PRESERVATION SCHOLARSHIP WINNER

The 2012 $1,000 scholarship winner is Allison N. Rowe, a 2011 graduate of Tuslaw High School who will return to Walsh University this autumn as a junior. A student in the Honors College, she is working towards a bachelor's degree in Museum Studies and History with a minor in Business Management.  Congratulations, Allison, on your diversified accomplishments and commitment to success!

2013 PRESERVATION AWARD

Canton Preservation Society is currently accepting nominations for their 2013 Preservation Awards. Properties will be considered for each of three categories:

  • Residential

  • Commercial

  • Adapted Reuse

Completed nomination forms must be received by April 1, 2013.
Download the nomination form here: 2013 Preservation Award Nomination Form

2013 PRESERVATION SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP:

The Canton Preservation Society's annual scholarship provides financial assistance to a Stark County student or graduate preparing for a career related to historic preservation.  Eligible applicants include students in technical, undergraduate or graduate study intending to enroll, or already enrolled, in a program in Historic Preservation or a related field which can include, but need be not limited to, Building Preservation, History, Architecture, American Studies, Urban Planning, or Museum Studies. 

The program of study must be at a U.S. university, college, or institution.  The student’s eligibility will be based partly on financial need and partly on the application materials, academic performance, community service and promise shown for future achievement, based on the judgment of a review panel.  The award is for a maximum of $1000.00 toward school tuition and paid directly to the school. 

Applications are available by calling the Canton Preservation Society at 330-452-9341, and must be postmarked no later than April 1, 2013.  The recipient will be honored at the CPS Annual Meeting in May 2013.

Download the scholarship form here in fillable Word format:
 2013  Preservation Scholarship Application

 
 

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Last update 09/25/2012