Why History Matters
Historic places matter because they give us a deeper understanding of the past that no documents possibly can.
Resilience: Historic buildings were constructed with old craftsmanship and top quality materials that could never be replaced today, to different standards, making them durable and resilient capable of withstanding decades of wear and weather.
Preserving Cultural History: When we preserve these structures, we safeguard information about the lives of our ancestors and maintain a connection to our heritage and cultural history for future generations.
· Sustainability and Craftsmanship: Historic buildings exhibit, rich, forgotten, architectural features, and design details, not found in new construction. By saving and restoring historic buildings, we celebrate fine craftsmanship and keep examples of architectural and engineering excellence alive.
Once destroyed, it is lost forever: Once a historical site is gone, it cannot be renovated or saved. Demolishing it means losing it forever.
