President's Message
SOHO's evolution from a small group of dedicated individuals focused on saving threatened Victorian era buildings to one of the
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You did it! California Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit!
Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed into law the California Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit!
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2019 Most Endangered List of
Historic Resources
As our hectic daily lives seem to flash by, San Diegans are increasingly finding enrichment and inspiration in our historic neighborhoods, buildings, parks, and cultural landscapes—even the bayfront. These places matter deeply to most of us, whether
San Diego natives or newcomers. Our historic touchstones tell us stories about people and their times, and record events
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Support Bumann Ranch National Register Nomination!
On November 7, the California State Historical Resources Commission will consider Bumann Ranch in Encinitas for the National Register of Historic Places, along with other resources throughout the state. Find the
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Help Strengthen the Federal Historic Tax Credit
You probably recently helped secure California Historic Tax Credits for restoration and rehabilitation projects. Now let's join together again to do the same nationally.
Members of Congress recently introduced legislation that would "enhance the value of the federal Historic Tax Credit (HTC) and help ensure that historic rehabilitation continues unabated after changes were made to the program in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017," according to
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Airport Draft EIR Recirculated for Public Comment
San Diego International Airport (SDIA) continues to move forward on renovations to accommodate increasing numbers of travelers. Now serving 24 million passengers per year and expecting
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Inspiration & Learning at PastForward 2019
In October, SOHO staff members Amie Hayes and Marlena Krcelich gained important experience and insights by
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SOHO's Amie Hayes Joins State Endowment Board
We are pleased to announce that California Senate President pro Tempore Toni
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International ICOMOS Symposium
Students, professionals, professors, public officials, and preservationists are all invited to the symposium, which includes
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San Diego City and County Designations
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The City of San Diego recently designated two People In Preservation Award winners, honored by SOHO in May 2019 for residential restoration: the Fleming House in North Park (see September report below) and Alan Le May's Gopher Gulch in Mission Hills (see October report)
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National City Designates 27
Historical Resources
At the October National City Council meeting, members voted 3-1-1 to add 27 historical properties to the National City List of Historical Sites, including the Stein Farm at 1808 F Avenue. With these
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A Collector Shares Her Passion with
Major Donation
Christmas came early to the Marston House this year. We received a marvelous gift of Arts and Crafts furnishings: an L. & J.G. Stickley Morris chair, two settles, a rocker, assorted tables, lamps, several Native American rugs, vintage Bauer pottery, and a painting by Sam Hyde Harris, an important California plein-air artist.
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Celebrating 10 Years of SOHO at the Marston House
In 2009 the city of San Diego entrusted SOHO with the preservation, interpretation,
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Warner-Carrillo
Stagecoach Rides
The 2019 stagecoach event at the Warner-Carrillo Ranch House Museum will take place on
Sunday, November 10
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The Marston House: Always More to Learn
SOHO's Marston House docent team represents a cross-section of ages and interests, and we share a robust love of
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Immaculata Exhibit Closes December 30!
In 2009 the city of San Diego entrusted SOHO with the preservation, interpretation, and year-round
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Final Terrace Talk of the Season
SOHO presents four dynamic experts on "Trailblazing Women Architects of California" in the popular Terrace Talks series. Sarai
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Franciscan Cantor Concert at
Adobe Chapel
Ancient hymns that once resounded throughout the Adobe Chapel in Old Town San Diego will ring out again during a special free
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PRESERVATION PARTNERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
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SOHO promotes and supports
San Diego's historic arts and cultural heritage community by raising awareness of countywide events, educational offerings, and news. Click
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Financial support is provided in part by the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture.
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