advocating for the preservation of places and structures with historic or cultural significance.

SUMMER 2008QUARTERLY

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Invite your friends to join Knox Heritage and get a glimpse of a rarely seen section of downtown!

Friday, October 3, from 5–8 p.m., KH and Dewhirst Properties host a “Members Only” event designed to encourage new members to join Knox Heritage.

KH members are invited to get a sneak peek of “Underground Gay Street”—the 100 block of Gay Street that was originally at street level before the street was raised in 1919. Guests will enter at 110 S Gay Street and go downstairs to a reception with food and beverages. Small groups will be led into select areas that have the potential to be redeveloped into commercial and retail use. Tour guides and visuals will help illustrate what the future may hold for underground Gay Street.

The reception and tour are FREE for current KH members. While we want our old friends to be there, we hope to see a lot of new faces, too! Please let friends, neighbors, and colleagues know of this opportunity and encourage them to join KH today, so they can take part in this exclusive event! A prize will be awarded to the KH member who enlists the most new members between now and October 3. (Be sure your friend mentions your name on the membership form when they join.) Also, new members joining between now and October 3 will receive a limited edition 2009 calendar, and all attendees will be entered into drawings for additional prizes.

Current membership is about 800 households; we’d love to be at 1,000 households by the end of the year. Help

us reach our goal—invite your friends to join Knox Heritage today!

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Every year in May, during National Preservation Month, Knox Heritage announces The Fragile Fifteen, its list of the most endangered historic

buildings and places in order to educate the public and local leaders about the plight of significant historic resources.

The historic places included on the list are selected by the Knox Heritage Board of Directors from nominations received from members of Knox Heritage and the general public. The list provides a work plan for the organization for the next 12 months. Preservation strategies are developed for each site on the list and can include working with current property owners, government officials, citizens, and/or potential new owners to preserve these important parts of Knox County’s heritage.

Knox Heritage is committed to acting as an advocate for the endangered properties identified each year. We invite the community to join us in our efforts to save our endangered heritage through advocacy and action. Much more information about this year’s Fragile Fifteen can be found on our web site, www.knoxheritage.org.

While Knox Heritage is best known for the preservation of historic structures, our mission includes the protection of historic spaces as well. More than most cities, Knoxville is defined by the ridges and rivers that surround it. But those features are threatened by development that is not asked to address the costs imposed on the community for its associated infrastructure and quality of life.

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1. Scenic Vistas & Ridgetops

Knox Heritage is now accepting nominations for the 2008 Preservation Awards, given annually for outstanding contributions to historic preservation in Knox County. These awards will be presented at the Knox Heritage Annual Meeting on Wednesday, November 5 at the Bijou Theatre. Awards may be given in the following categories: the City of Knoxville Mayor’s Award and the Knox County Mayor’s Award; the Greystone, Civic Achievement, and Media awards; the “Fantastic Fifteen,” for compatible new construction, restoration, and continuing maintenance; the Volunteer of the Year; the Spirit of Kristopher Award; and the Ronald B. Childress Memorial Award for Preservationist of the Year. We encourage members and friends of Knox Heritage to submit nominations of residential or commercial projects that have been completed recently, or nominations of a person that has recently and significantly contributed to the furtherance of historic preservation in Knox County. Nominations should include the property owner’s or individual’s name, address, phone number, neighborhood, and why you think an award would be a fitting recognition. Please include a photo of the nominated property if possible.

Examples of eligible projects or individuals are:• Completed restoration of a historic home• Completed restoration of a historic commercial building• Preservation through continuing maintenance of a historic home or

building• Infill construction compatible with historic neighborhoods• Corporate leadership in preservation• Civic leadership in preservation• Outstanding media coverage of preservation issues• Exceptional volunteer service for historic preservation-related causes Please send 2008 Preservation Awards nominations to Knox Heritage by Friday, September 12, 2008. Nominations may be submitted by:

Mail: Knox Heritage ATTN: Awards Committee P.O. Box 1242 Knoxville, TN 37901E-mail: hcook@knoxheritage.orgFax: (865) 523-0938

DEADLINE: All nominations must be received by September 12, 2008.

Knox Heritage reserves the right to select final award winners based on nominations submitted by the public and its Board of Directors.

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OfficersDorothy Stair • President

Scott Schimmel • Vice President Lorie Huff • Vice President

John Craig • Treasurer Katie King • Secretary

David Anderson Barbara Apking Wayne Blasius Annette L. Brun

Angelyn Campbell Schultz Pamela Chips John Conley

David Dewhirst Beth Eason

Scott FugateAmy Gibson, Ph.D. Marianne Greene

Brett Grimm Mary Wells Holbrook

Lee Ingram Dr. Breese Johnson Gay Lyons, Ph.D.

Sean Martin George Cranwell Montgomery

J. Finbarr Saunders Monte Stanley

Lynne Sullivan, Ph.D. Becky Wade

Mary Whaley, Ph.D.Ann Bennett • Ex-Officio Member, MPC

Ashley Stinson • Ex-Officio Member, Knoxville Junior League

Tom McAdams • General Counsel

Honorary Board MembersJoan Allen

Glenn Bullock Steve Cotham

Randall De Ford Matt Edens

Kristopher Kendrick Mike Fowler

Doug McKamey Pat Roddy

StaffKim Trent • Executive Director

Becky Hancock • Development Director Hollie Cook • Program Assistant/Research

Margaret S.C. Walker • Newsletter

2008 Board of directors Nominate Properties & People for 2008 Preservation Awards

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Friends of Knox Heritage appreciate the architectural and cultural treasures in the historic houses and buildings that exist throughout Knox County. But we also know that our region possesses other treasures as well: antiques, fine arts, crafts, entertainment, and leisure activities. All of these things together make our community one we cherish and celebrate!

To pay tribute to East Tennessee’s rich cultural traditions and pastimes, Knox Heritage is hosting the second annual Cocktails in the Attic on Friday, October 10, at 7 p.m. at the historic L&N Station (401 Henley Street). The highlight of the evening is a live and silent auction that features fine arts, antiques, handcrafted works, and “experience” packages that are directly tied to our region’s offerings. We’re also soliciting local celebrities to donate an item from their attic for the auction.

The returning guest host and celebrity auctioneer is Tim Luke, featured on HGTV’s Cash in the Attic and PBS’s Antiques Roadshow. Tim, together with Greg Strahm of TreasureQuest Appraisal Group, infuses the evening with excitement and laughter as he encourages the crowd to bid on the unique auction items. The perfect evening is completed by live music, a buffet dinner, beverages, and a signature cocktail—all in a historic setting that helps get you in the mood to bid on items to support Knox Heritage.

Tickets are $50 per person and are available now on our web site, www.knoxheritage.org or by calling the office at 523-8008. We hope you’ll make plans to attend and help Knox Heritage carry out its mission!

Cocktails in the Attic is generously sponsored by Clayton Bank & Trust, HGTV, B-97.5, and The Knoxville News Sentinel.

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With the renovation of the Tennessee Theatre, the addition of the Regal Riviera 8 and restored buildings like the Holston and the Burwell bringing residents to downtown, Gay Street is experiencing a surge in activity not seen in decades. Another important component to the revival of this popular thoroughfare is progressing as well: the remaining historic buildings on the east side of the 500 block, remembered by many as the S&W Cafeteria, the WROL studios, and the Athletic House.

Knox Heritage played an important role in the preservation of these historic buildings, thanks to the City of Knoxville, Mayor Bill Haslam, and Regal Entertainment Group. An early version of the movie theater complex called for demolition of the structures, so Knox Heritage requested and was provided an opportunity to present an alternate plan that supplied the necessary square footage and amenities for the cinema while saving the remainder of the 500 Block for future development. The alternate plan was adopted.

After the completion of the Riviera 8, the City of Knoxville announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) for development for this adjacent section of Gay Street. A developer called 500 Block, LLC was selected for the project from the submitted proposals. Partners John Craig, Dane Baker, Mike Hatcher, and Tim Hill of 500 Block, LLC have since been hard at work preparing a bright future for these historic buildings. The final transfer of the property to 500 Block, LLC occurred on July 11, and the developer is now working on a financing package and reviewing prospective tenants. At the end of July, the project’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) was approved by Knoxville City Council and Knox County Commission. 500 Block, LLC is also currently applying for historic tax credits for the project.

So, what will occupy these historic buildings? Will the S&W Cafeteria return to downtown Knoxville after its closure in 1981? Some have seen or heard about a similar project in Asheville, NC, which restored an S&W back to its former glory. The 500 Block, LLC expects to fill the buildings with a combination of retail, restaurant, and/or commercial tenants. Already there are several prospective tenants expressing interest in the development, given the rich history and prime location of these buildings. The 500 Block, LLC expects to announce the new tenants in the near future.

But to answer the question that many are asking: Knoxville will enjoy a rebirth of its beloved S&W. While the Asheville restaurant was better preserved with more architectural features intact, the Knoxville developers plan to do what is necessary to restore the Gay Street landmark to include interior details and finishes as they existed in the 1938 S&W. The restaurant will most likely offer finer fare than a simple diner, but after a 28-year absence, finally a new generation of Knoxvillians can create memories at the S&W.

Do you have mementos, artifacts, or photographs of the original Knoxville S&W Cafeteria? The developers with 500 Block, LLC would love to talk with you to see if those elements can be incorporated into the restored S&W. Please contact them at sandwcafeteria@gmail.com for more information.

We had so much fun at last year’s Art & Architecture Tour that we’ve decided to make it an annual event, occurring on a “First Friday” in the fall. This year’s tour is on Friday, September 5, starting at 6:00 p.m. Meet at Sapphire, located at 428 S. Gay Street, for a reception with appetizers and wine, and depart for the tour at 7:00 p.m. Once again, Jack Neely and Steve Cotham will be guiding the tours. Tickets are $50 per person and space is very limited; advance reservations are required.

While last year’s event featured the beautiful screen-printed posters of Lauren Ray Wagner, the 2008 Art & Architecture Tour involves more artists from our community. Last month, Knox Heritage accepted entries to a photography contest. Over 50 individuals submitted a total of nearly 200 photographs of downtown historic buildings, which are now being reviewed by a panel of judges. The winning entries, publicly announced the night of the tour, will form the route for this year’s tour, and winners’ works will also be displayed and available for purchase at Bliss Home + Art on Market Square for the month of September.

The 2008 Art & Architecture Tour is generously supported by Mast General Store, McCarty Holsaple McCarty, and by a grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission. We thank them for their part in making this event possible.

To purchase tickets for the tour, please visit www.knoxheritage.org or call 523-8008. Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis. Don’t miss your chance to view stunning photography of downtown Knoxville and learn a little more about our beloved city!

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The former S&W Cafeteria on Gay Street, July 2008

Revitalization of Gay Street’s 500 Block Continues

On May 3, members of Knox Heritage’s 1791 Heritage Society gathered for their annual spring luncheon. This exclusive event for our major donors is usually held at a notable historic home in Knoxville. The afternoon began with a tour of the Eugenia Williams House on Lyons View Pike. Guests learned the history of the house from Betsey Creekmore with the University of Tennessee. Ms. Creekmore also shared stories of visiting the grounds as a child, including tales of Ms. Williams’ beautiful horses and luxury cars. UT owns the historically significant home, which was designed by nationally recognized architect and 1913 UT graduate John Staub. He designed Hopecote, too, now part of the UT Knoxville campus on Melrose Avenue.

The guests then gathered at Casa di Angeli, home of Charlie and Moll Anderson. Mr. Anderson, CEO of Anderson Media Companies, welcomed the group saying he and Moll wanted Knox Heritage to be the first group to hold an event at the recently transformed historic property. The project was spearheaded by Moll who is an interior designer/lifestyle expert and CEO of Moll Anderson Home. She makes frequent apperances on national telelvision programs to discuss interior design. The couple relishes the home’s history and welcomed previous owners and visitors who shared their stories. A mural combining architecture, landscape, and personal elements from the Anderson’s lives covers one wall of the “Great

Room.” The mural’s painter, David Keith Braly, has studied Roman wall painting and was honored with the Classical American Award for Painting in 1994. Moll and Charlie chose Native Wisteria as part of the mural’s floral decoration because it reflects their desire to put down deep roots in East Tennessee. Another distinguishing design feature chosen by Moll and architectural designer, Ron Hutchins, is the home’s custom ironwork by local artist Preston Farabow.

Knox Heritage is grateful for the hospitality of Charlie and Moll Anderson, whose lovely home made this year’s 1791 Luncheon an unforgettable event.

When people were moving out to the suburbs thinking downtown was a thing of the past, Kristopher Kendrick had other ideas. He believed that as long as a building had “good bones,” it still had use left in it. This tenet buoyed Kendrick through daring and seemingly ill-advised property purchases and renovation projects in the 1970s and 1980s. His risks resulted in the saving of some of Knoxville’s historic buildings that are treasured and enjoyed by us today, and most importantly, for the future of Knoxville.

Among buildings that Kendrick played a role in

reviving are Patrick Sullivan’s Saloon in The Old City; The Lord Lindsey on Hill Avenue; the Nicholas condominiums, the Taylor home, and the Dulin home, all on Kingston Pike; and several historic residential buildings at Maplehurst, on Fifth Avenue, in

Parkridge, throughout Downtown and The Old City.

Knox Heritage is grateful for Kristopher Kendrick’s contribution to historic preservation in Knoxville. In 1981, he was given a restoration award, and in 1984 he was named the Preservationist of the Year. He is one of only four honorary lifetime members of Knox Heritage.

But friends of Kristopher wanted to do more. Barbara Apking, Donna Kerr, and Dorothy Stair spearheaded a project that would pay tribute to Knoxville’s “Father of Preservation” while ensuring that his legacy would always be known to the rest of the community. Funds were raised to finance a film featuring highlights from Kendrick’s life in historic preservation. DoubleJay Creative was hired to produce “Conceptions, Visions, Dreams: The Kristopher Kendrick Story.”

In early June the film received a private premiere at the Orangery, and a public screening was featured at the Bijou Theatre during “First Friday” activities. Due to the overwhelming response of these initial screenings, two more public showings were scheduled on Friday, August 1, at the East Tennessee History Center. Finally, a copy of the film will be archived at the McClung Collection, and a copy is now available in circulation at the Knox County Public Library.

We know The Kristopher Kendrick Story will give future generations a glimpse into the storied life of one of Knoxville’s maverick spirits, and it will honor his contributions to historic preservation efforts. We thank him for his gifts to our city.

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KristopHer KeNdricK HoNored iN fiLm triBUte

L–R: Donna Kerr, Barbara Apking, and Dorothy Stair, who conceived the film tribute for Kristopher Kendrick

L–R: David Dewhirst, Steve Brown, Karen Kendrick, and Kent Kendrick at the private premiere at The Orangery

L–R: Sandra Butler stands with Mary Costa, who narrated the Kendrick film, at the public premiere at The Bijou

THE 1791 ANNUAL SpRING LUNCHEON—TALES fROM TwO HOUSES

L–R: Fred Trainer, David Dewhirst, and Mark Heinz

L–R: Mayor Bill Haslam, Caesar Stair, Moll Anderson, Charlie Anderson, and Dorothy Stair

L–R: Brenda Wood, Ann Goldstine, Cindi DeBusk, and Kay Clayton

Knoxville has a history of producing great writers, but has done a poor job of preserving their local legacy. One such writer, Cormac McCarthy, is considered by many to be America’s

greatest living author. His childhood home still stands in South Knoxville on Martin Mill Pike. This important literary landmark deserves to be preserved, and our entire community should rally to rescue it before it is beyond repair.

3. Vacant Historic Knox County School Buildings: South High, Brownlow and Oakwood

South High was designed by noted local architect Charles Barber and was built in 1935–1936 as South Knoxville Junior High School. Barber was the

primary architect of 14 schools in Knoxville and Knox County prior to 1940. It was recently purchased at auction from Knox County Schools. and the new owner is working on a development plan.

Brownlow was built in 1913 and enlarged in 1926. The Neo-classical style building was one of the first model elementary schools built in Knox

County. The current owner is proceeding with residential development plans, and recent work includes a new roof and infrastructure improvements.

This Oakwood neighborhood icon is currently owned by the Knox County School System and is used for storage. The later addition is occupied by

the Teacher Supply Depot. Time is rapidly running out for Oakwood School due to the school system’s neglect and the resulting water damage occurring in the building.

Maplehurst was developed in its present form in the early twentieth century and contains Mission, Tudor Revival, Craftsman, Bungalow and Spanish Colonial Revival buildings that were popular architectural styles of that era. Maplehurst was first the site of an earlier residence known as

Maplehurst, from which the area took its name, and is typical of residential areas developed near downtown. The buildings are now in poor condition and threatened by neglect.

More than a year after an inferno that destroyed half of the McClung Warehouse complex on Jackson Avenue, little progress has been made

to rescue Knoxville’s most visible endangered buildings. The fire illustrated the worst-case scenario for vacant and blighted historic buildings.

6. Historic Resources at the University of Tennessee

The University of Tennessee has taken a major step forward in preservation this past year with the award of a Getty Grant to catalog historic structures on the UT-Knoxville campus. The current leaders of both the UT system and the UT-Knoxville campus have a track record of supporting preservation, and we look forward to working with them to preserve the architectural and archaeological heritage of the campus while meeting the educational goals of the University. We have included four locations on our list that we believe deserve additional emphasis as the University proceeds with its planning.

This Mid-Century Modern building received a design award from the American Institute of Architects when it was originally unveiled.

Eugenia Williams’ 1940 Regency-style home designed by John F. Staub sits on 24 acres bordering Lake Loudoun and Lyons View Pike. In 1998, the house was willed to UT as a memorial

to Eugenia’s father. Under the conditions of the will, the house may not be sold by the University.

Hoskins Library was built in 1930–1931 and was named after former UT President James D. Hoskins (1934–1946). Charles I. Barber was the architect, and he designed the library in a modified Collegiate Gothic style to complement Ayers Hall.

This riverfront swath of land provides a bucolic scene for visitors as they enter Knoxville from the airport to the south, as well as for boaters and residents of the south side of Kingston Pike and

Sequoyah Hills. We encourage the University to minimize the impact of its development on one of Knoxville’s most beautiful and historic areas and follow through with its commitment to make this a “green” development that will benefit both the University and Knox County for many years to come.

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2. 5501 Martin Mill Pike— Childhood Home of Cormac McCarthy

3a. 801 Tipton Avenue— South High School

3b. 1305 Luttrell Street— Brownlow Elementary School

3c. 232 E. Churchwell Avenue— Oakwood Elementary School

4. Maplehurst Neighborhood

5. 501–525 W. Jackson Avenue— The McClung Warehouses

6a. UT Conference Center (formerly Rich’s)

6b. Eugenia Williams House

6c. James D. Hoskins Library

6d. Cherokee Farm

Fragile Fifteen, continued from page 1

The French Broad River was one of the earliest settlement paths in Knox County. Because of its relative isolation and lack of urban infrastructure, this area has retained its historic places, scenery, breathtaking views, and

vistas and is a portrait of Knox County in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Knox County Commission’s approval of re-zonings that allow industrial and commercial development at the Midway Road interchange with I-40, combined with increasing development pressure from Sevier County, threaten the survival of one of Knox County’s signature places.

This State Street building (circa 1898) was constructed by Knoxville’s first African American millionaire and is likely the largest commercial structure remaining in Knoxville built by a former slave. Knox Heritage calls upon the current property owners to make long-overdue repairs and hopes the current

level of downtown redevelopment will spur the repair and reuse of this important structure before it is too late.

The Pickle Mansion was built in 1889 in the Queen Anne style. It was built of solid masonry construction with a brick veneer wall covering on that masonry.

The house was burned in a disastrous fire that occurred in August of 2002 and suffered extensive damage. Although interior work to prevent additional deterioration has been completed by the current owner, the house is still unroofed, and rehabilitation work has not begun. Knox Heritage encourages the owner to move swiftly to get the house under roof and begin the long-awaited restoration of this Fort Sanders Neighborhood landmark.

This historic building is also known as Colonial Hall and Marbledale. The oldest part of this house was built in 1842 by John Williams II, in the Federal

style. Williams was the grandson of James White, founder of Knoxville, and he was the great-grandfather of playwright Tennessee Williams. The house saw progress during the last year as the current owner repaired the serious soffit, gutter, and roof damage that had caused great concern about the future of the structure. Knox Heritage encourages continued progress on this important building and hopes this will be its last appearance among the Fragile Fifteen.

Knoxville College was founded in 1875 as part of the missionary effort of the United Presbyterian Church of North America to promote religious, moral,

and educational leadership among freed men and women. Students designed and constructed these historic buildings using bricks manufactured at the campus. These buildings, with their fine craftsmanship and solid design, are deserving of support from the community, and their preservation is a critical part of the College’s rebirth. We stand ready to assist the College in its efforts to preserve its architectural heritage and encourage Knox County residents to do the same.

12. Mid-Century Modern Residential & Commercial Buildings

This commercial structure has served many purposes in the Bearden neighborhood, but most of its original architectural details remain intact.

In 1947, Chicago industrialist and inventor Carl Strandlund, constructor of prefabricated gas stations, obtained a multi-million-dollar Reconstruction Finance Corporation loan to make

steel houses with porcelain-enamel-coated panels. This rare housing form exists in at least four places in Knoxville.

This Gothic Revival style church was built circa 1891 and remodeled to its current appearance in the 1920s and has been vacant for several years. It

still retains its architectural details, including stained glass windows. This church represents what can happen as populations shift over time. Buildings that are institutions in the communities they occupy are endangered as fewer dollars are available for maintenance and programming.

This building was constructed as the Sterchi Brothers Furniture store in 1898 after the “Million Dollar Fire” of 1897. The building is part of the Gay Street Commercial Historic District,

a National Register district that carries the potential for preservation tax credits for rehabilitation; the district’s status is precarious since so many buildings have been demolished.

This 1914 summer home of prominent Knoxvillian C.B. Atkin was named for his daughters–Edith, Eleanor, and Marion. Atkin developed much of

Knoxville’s Oakwood and Fountain City suburbs and built two hotels and two theatres in downtown Knoxville. KH encourages the current owners to secure the house against vandalism and arson while planning for the future of the site. We also recommend the house be protected with historic zoning as part of any development plan for the larger site.

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7. French Broad River Corridor

8. Cal Johnson Building

9. 1633 Clinch Avenue— The Pickle Mansion

10. 2225 Riverside Drive— Williams–Richards House

11. 901 College Street—Knoxville College

12a. 5801 Kingston Pike— Former Bearden Bank Branch

12b. Lustron Houses

13. 2204 Linden Avenue— Former Park City Presbyterian Church

14. J.C. Penney Building

15. 3624 Topside Road—Edelmar

Benefactor

Anne HartMaribel KoellaPhillip Trotter

SuStainer

Edward S. Albers, Jr.Jennifer CrakeMike FowlerSharon M. PryseFrank & Judy Rothermel

Patron Alfred & Margo AkermanRiley & Andrea AndersonNed & Virgina Babb

Don & Maureen BoschSara & Wayne ChristensenMichael CroyleBob & Nancy DenovoLeAnne & John DoughertyBryan DoveJeanne FairMr. & Mrs. Dean FarmerMorgan & Pat FitchJoe GaletovicMrs. Floyd P. GoodsonMrs. Frankie R. GunnelsWahid & Samia HannaPat & Henry HardcastleMary Belle & Alex HarknessStephen & April Harris

Chris HauckJan HenleyMarie HoganMartin HuntRon & Connie HutchinsCathy IrwinGail & Jim JarvisJames & Bennie JeanLori & Mickey JohnsonJohn Woodrow KelleySteve KoellaDoug & Denise LambertBill & Jan LarsonMrs. McAfee LeeKay & Larry LeibowitzMichael A. & Nancy D. LofaroSam MaynardWill McDonaldAnne Dean McWhirterWanda MoodyNancy Campbell &

William MoorefieldAlan Carmichael &

Cynthia MoxleyChris Ooten

Carol OverbeyKenneth Pace &

Theresa PepinJan & Sylvia PetersJohn & Marla PetersonWalter T. PulliamDavid RobertsJohn & Sara RoseWilliam & Elisabeth RukeyserRichard Jolley & Tommie RushWilliam & Virginia SchallArthur & Susan SeymourJohn & Cynthia StancilJohn & Janey SterchiBernice C. StevensSarah StowersJohn & Leslie TestermanKim TrentJeanette UnderwoodAdrienne Malcolm &

Stanton WebsterKreis & Nancy WeigelAnne WoodleRobert & Rachael Young

Neal & Joan AllenCharlie & Moll AndersonBarbara & Steve ApkingAmbassador &

Mrs. Victor AsheSteve & Ann BaileyMrs. Clarence Beaman, Jr.Ann K. BennettGary & Julia BentleyBernie E. & Barbara BernsteinSam & Nancy BillsDavid & Judy BirdwellRudy & Cindy BradleyJon BrockJoe & Rena BrunerGlenn & Marilyn BullockBetsey BushMary Helen ByersEllen M. CapitoJefferson & Vicki ChapmanPamela Rayburn-Chips &

Dan ChipsH.E. & Anna Christenberry IIILinda & Pete ClaussenJim & Kay ClaytonThe Monica M. Cole FoundationJohn & Jane ConleyDeane ConleySteve Cotham

Patricia Robledo & John CraigReid CrumptonWes Goddard &

Randall De FordDavid & Tracy DewhirstJim & Melinda EthierScott & Lynne FugateSam & Ann FurrowFrank & Anna GrayDuane & Marsha GrieveBill & Crissy HaslamJimmy & Dee HaslamJames & Natalie HaslamMike & Leilah HatcherTeenie HayworthTim & Deanna HillMary & Dan HolbrookJohn & Debbie HoskinsBreese & Kathryn JohnsonTim & Vicki KellerDonna & David KerrKaren KlugeStephen & Nancy LandSherri LeeBill & Gay LyonsAngela MajorsEddie MannisJim & Tam MartinTom & Melissa McAdams

Sheena McCall

Mike & Melissa McCoyLindsay & Jim McDonoughSandy & Helen McNabbKenneth MoffettCran & Carol MontgomeryMrs. George D. MontgomeryJudy MortonRodney & Debra NapierLucile & Ernie NelsonTownes Lavidge OsbornBob & Margie ParrottJohn & Carol PetersenAndie RayKeith RichardsonRonald O. &

Zaidee RobertsonBob & Diana SamplesEllen Bebb &

Finbarr SaundersJennifer Banner &

James SchaadMary & Joe SpenglerCaesar & Dorothy StairNancy Young &

Jeff TalmanFred & Amy TrainerJohn TrotterMonroe & Sandra TroutJohn & T.J. TurleyRegina & Terry TurnerJim & Libba WallJackie WilsonBrenda & Pat Wood

heritage soCiety1791

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The list below includes only those members

who joined or renewed their Knox Heritage

membership between the dates of

April 16 & July 15, 2008.

SuPPorter Wallace W. BaumannMargery & Michael

BenseyKristin BianconiDan BrewerLaura Powers & John

BurkhartNell CampbellJon Batchelder &

Cathleen CochranNancy CookAllan & Rose CoxJohn & Phyllis EldridgeLynda EvansCharles & Terry FaulknerNorm & Doris FeatherstonMary Ann FennellValerie FriedmanBeverley & Katherine

GoochFrank & Christy GraffeoDoug & Carla HarrisDavid & Patricia HarrisHedstrom Design, LLCLaurel K. & Laurel J.

HumphreysWilliam HuttonMichael & Sarah KaneGlorietta KlarichParker LeeBaxter LeeFletcher LeeMarilyn LibermanFather Xavier MankelLee & Carla MartinFiona McAnallyBett McLeanJohn W. & Mary M. MooreSteve Muffler Margaret NewtonMr. & Mrs. Richard

OsbornBrandon F. & Ashley PaceBonnie PetersBill & Tanya RamseyMichael &

Shannon ReynoldsDash RobertsCindy RobinsonJohn SandersGerald F. SchroedlW. T. SergeantSteve & Paula SlackDean & Pam TurnerJack & Patricia WatsonJulie WebbKen WrightCarla D. WyrickDoug & Sara Yoakley

friend Michael K. AktalayBetty AllenJeannine AlleyMerrill Ammons

Gary & Deborah AndrewsMike & Martha AyresScott BrooksLinette Sanderson BrownMark BrownBrian BurroughsLuis & Pam BustamanteTim Robinson &

Elaine ClarkJoe ClarkeDavid CollinsKortni CookJami CoxJeffrey Lyon CraigJohn Craig VICarolyn CrowderColleen CruzeMichael DavisChristine DeanClarice DoucetteEly & Phyllis DriverWhitney A. DunfordDebbie FosterHelen FrazierThompson GaletovicManker GaletovicJere Ownby &

Melissa GillSally GrossHoward GrowerSara W. HarrisRobert &

Susan HawthorneMatthew &

Bobbie HelmsKimberly HenryJennifer HolderSally HuffRock T. HurstMartha JohnsonPatrice LeeArthur & Carlton LongKathy ManningBob & Carole MartinSam & Gwen McKenzieSandra McLeanAlbert N. MinorLaura A. MuckenfussEmily MurphyBill & Geri MuseJacqueline T. NewmanRob & Jane PearcePauline Clemmer ProsserJoan RiedlMarye RoseCharles RossJ. Reece RothMary RuleTeresa ScottAlanna P. TaitPat Burr & Steve WaddellK. Ann WalkerDavid & Sandra WhiteDale & Wendy WorthamJohn R. Wright

Preservation BriefsKNoX HeritaGe seeKs preservatioN fieLd services director

Knox Heritage, as our name indicates, currently provides historic preservation field services primarily in Knox County. Our success in Knox County and the regional media coverage of our work have increased the demand for field services across the area, while the 5-year-long Nine Counties. One Vision. regional planning process demonstrated that historic preservation is a priority for residents across the region.

Through the new partnership with the National Trust and a new position at Knox Heritage, Preservation Field Services Director, we will expand our service area to the nine-county Knoxville region and provide a wide range of services. The region includes Anderson, Blount, Grainger, Jefferson, Knox, Loudon, Roane, Sevier, and Union counties in East Tennessee. The Preservation Field Services Director will plan and carry out activities that ensure the achievement of the program goals.

If you or someone you know is interested in applying for this position, please contact Kim Trent at the Knox Heritage office at 523-8008 for a complete job description and application requirements.

NortH HiLLs NeiGHBorHood Listed oN NatioNaL reGister of Historic pLaces

On July 25, 2008, the north Knoxville neighborhood of North Hills was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Properties in North Hills that are included in the listing were built between 1927 and 1958.

The National Register of Historic Places is an inventory, or listing, of the places and buildings that have contributed to the nation’s history. The benefits to National Register listing are:• If Federal grant monies for preservation or restoration are available,

property owners may be eligible to apply for those monies;• If property is used for income-producing projects, there may be

investment tax credits available to property owners;• Federally funded or licensed projects or undertakings are reviewed to

determine if they impact historic properties and may be redesigned or abandoned if they have negative effects that cannot be lessened.

Inclusion on the National Register requires an extensive application process, administered through the Tennessee Historical Commission (THC) and involving several drafts and revisions of a written nomination. The THC’s National Register review board evaluates the final draft of the nomination, and if it is approved, it gets sent to the National Park Service for review, approval, and inclusion on the National Register.

The North Hills neighborhood was developed in 1927 under the North Hills Corporation by brothers George, Hugh, and Carl Fielden. Unlike traditional domestic architecture styles found in many other historic neighborhoods, houses in North Hills featured non-traditional elements within indentified styles, resulting in unique and strikingly beautiful interpretations of these styles. The neighborhood still retains the original topography of rolling hills with wide tree-lined boulevards and bountiful landscaping. North Hills remains one of Knoxville’s better examples of an early 20th-century, middle-class, automobile-oriented subdivision, containing a strong inventory of mid-20th-century revival-style architecture and ranch designs.

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WHeN WHere WHat

FridaySeptember 56:00–10:00p.m.

Starting at Sapphire 428 S. Gay Street

doWNtoWN art & arcHitectUre toUrSee article on pg. 4 for more information.

SaturdaySeptember 1310:00 a.m.

Time Warp Tea Room 1209 N. Central

preservatioN NetWorKThese FREE workshops are open to the public. Come enjoy a chai tea or a mocha latte and meet other Knox Heritage members.

FridaySeptember 198:00 p.m.

Ironwood Studios119 Jennings Avenue

sUmmer sUpper: BLUes BrotHers at iroNWood stUdiosTickets are going fast! Don’t miss your chance to take part in this final supper of 2008. Purchase online at knoxheritage.org or call 523-8008.

FridayOctober 3time TBD

memBers oNLy toUr: UNderGroUNd Gay streetSee article on pg. 1 for more information.

FridayOctober 107:00 p.m.

L&N StationDowntown Knoxville

cocKtaiLs iN tHe atticSee article on pg. 3 for more information.

SaturdayOctober 1110:00 a.m.

Time Warp Tea Room1209 N. Central

preservatioN NetWorKThese FREE workshops are open to the public. Come enjoy a chai tea or a mocha latte and meet other Knox Heritage members.

October 21–25 Time Warp Tea Room1209 N. Central

NatioNaL trUst for Historic preservatioN aNNUaL coNfereNce– tULsa, oKFor more information, visit www.nthpconference.org.

Wednesday November 55:30 p.m.

Bijou Theatre803 S. Gay Street

aNNUaL meetiNG aNd 2008 preservatioN aWardsSee article on pg. 2 for more information.

SaturdayNovember 810:00 a.m.

Time Warp Tea Room1209 N. Central

preservatioN NetWorKThese FREE workshops are open to the public. Come enjoy a chai tea or a mocha latte and meet other Knox Heritage members.

SaturdayDecember 13 10:00 a.m.

Time Warp Tea Room 1209 N. Central

preservatioN NetWorK: aNNUaL roUNdtaBLe discUssioNThese FREE workshops are open to the public. Come enjoy a chai tea or a mocha latte and meet other Knox Heritage members.

Calendar of Events 2008

Physical Address: The Carriage House

at Greystone 1300 N. Broadway

Knoxville, TN 37917

Mailing Address:Knox HeritageP.O. Box 1242

Knoxville, TN 37901

Office Phone:(865) 523-8008

Fax: (865) 523-0938

Website: www.knoxheritage.org

General E-mail: info@knoxheritage.org

How To Contact Knox Heritage

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Knox Heritage Membership BenefitsstaNdard memBersHip BeNefits (aLL LeveLs)• Knox Heritage Quarterly newsletters• Membership in our online discussion group

where you can discuss preservation issues and benefit from referrals to restoration craftspeople (to join, send an e-mail to bhancock@knoxheritage.org)

• Invitation to the Annual Meeting & Preservation Awards and all Preservation Month events

• Discount on the purchase of salvage donated from structures that could not be saved

• Invitation to hear noted historic preservation speakers

• Discounts at participating Vendor Partners (see below for current list)

• Notice of upcoming Preservation Network meetings and access to a library of information collected from these workshops

• Access to our professional staff for assistance and information

WHo WHere WHat

Bliss Home 29 Market Square, 865.673.6711 www.shopinbliss.com

10% discount, up to $100 off entire purchase

Crescent Bend House & Gardens

2728 Kingston Pike 865.637.3163

$2 off regular admission price

Graning Paint 311 N. Broadway, 865.546.4881 5% discount

Hardwood Refinishers 865.405.2310 Ten cents ($0.10) off the per-square-foot price of hardwood floor refinishing, for projects 1000 s.f. or greater

Heritage Pest Control 865.525.8900 25% discount for perimeter pest control services, 25% discount for termite & moisture control services, & free inspections

High Oaks Construction 865.637.2342 www.highoaksconstruction.com

one-half percent discount off total amount

May Studios 770 Caney Creek Road, Pigeon Forge 865.436.3441

free inspection & evaluation of historic architectural stained or leaded glass for possible restoration or repair

McClung Museum 1027 Circle Park on the UT Campus 865.974.2144 http://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu

10% discount in gift shop

Russell’s Pest Control 865.588.5527 25% discount for termite control and/or $60 per quarter for perimeter pest control services

Smoky Mountain Glassmaster’s Group

865.633.5122 20% discount & 25% off $2,000 custom work

The Victorian Wood Molding Co. 116 N. Kingston Ave., Rockwood, 865.354.8118

10% discount

West Knoxville Glass 5209 Kingston Pike, 865.588.0486 www.westknoxvilleglass.com

10% discount

The Wort Hotel 50 N. Glenwood Ave., Jackson Hole, WY, 800.322.2727, www.worthotel.com

10% discount on lodging year-round (not applicable with any other package/special offer)

frieNd memBers ($25 or more)Receive standard benefits.sUpporter memBers ($40 or more)Receive standard benefits.patroN memBers ($100 or more)Receive standard benefits plus an invitation to attend the annual Patron’s Party in the spring plus early notification of Summer Suppers.sUstaiNer memBers ($250 or more)Receive standard and Patron benefits plus a behind-the-scenes tour, and a copy of the book Tradition, Innovation and Romantic Images by William Ross McNabb.BeNefactor memBers ($500 or more)Receive standard, Patron, and Sustainer benefits, plus free admission for two to any of our ticketed Preservation Month events and two gift memberships at the Supporter level to share with friends and family.1791 HeritaGe society memBers ($1,000 or more)Receive all of the benefits listed above, plus an invitation to attend the Annual 1791 Heritage Society Dinner in the fall; an invitation to a special luncheon for 1791 Heritage Society members in the spring; free admission for two to all Knox Heritage events (excluding Summer Suppers and Weekend in the Attic); four gift memberships at the Supporter level to share; and your name will be listed in each issue of the Knox Heritage Quarterly newsletter.

If you are not already a member, please fill out the membership form located on the back of this newsletter or visit www.knoxheritage.org and click on the Membership button for a secure online donation page.

Knox Heritage members receive discounts at the following area businesses. Show current member ID to receive discount; one discount per customer. Visit Knox Heritage at www.knoxheritage.org/corp.html for current list.

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