Advocating for the preservation of Duluth’s historic architecture.
Duluth Public Library photo / The opulent Pastoret Terrace was constructed in Duluth in 1887, a design of premiere architect Oliver Traphagen. Through the power of our democracy, we can claim our right to help shape policies and to nurture what is important to each of us individually. Lost in […]
Read MoreThis story was published in 2006, but the initiative to preserve the Incline Railway stairs has seen new life recently with the support of the Skyline Planning and Preservation Alliance and Duluth Preservation Alliance. Written By: Charles V. Frederick | Sep 30th 2006 Over the Fourth of July in 2002, Anthony Bush […]
Read MoreDULUTH, MN—The Duluth Preservation Alliance (DPA) recognized 12 property owners for preserving and maintaining their historic homes, buildings and structures at the 2019 Preservation Awards and Centennial Home Celebration in May. The annual awards ceremony was established 37 years ago to highlight the hard work and passion owners put into […]
Read MoreIf you have a single-family or two-family (duplex) house built prior to 1940, you may be eligible for a reduction in your city permit charges. http://www.duluthmn.gov/media/544022/pilot-program-information.pdf
Read More
The Duluth Economic and Development Authority recently announced it rejected all proposals submitted to redevelop the burned-out Kozy Bar and proposed its demolition. The Kozy was constructed in 1887 as the Pastoret Terrace. Designed by Oliver Traphagen, then Duluth’s premier architect, the Pastoret contained six opulent townhouses. By 1924, the […]
Read More