National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States

Gives advice to old-house owners on rehabilitation and restoration.

Bridges and dams are key symbols of civic development, says Jackson and for this reason these two seemingly diverse types of structures have been combined in this book. The descriptions of many of the sites listed here go beyond simple data related to their dates and dimensions. The bridges and dams have been placed in historical contexts that illuminate their technological origins, the nature of their operation or their role in the local region's...

The Southern tradition of beautiful architecture is epitomized in Savannah, Georgia, a city beloved for its historic buildings and cultural landmarks. The National Trust Guide to Savannah takes readers on a unique architectural, historical, and cultural journey through this city's breathtaking squares and neighborhoods. Highlights the city's diverse architectural styles, from Colonial, Federal, and Greek Revival periods to the Italianate, Gothic,...