preservationist

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They include the late Barbara Capitman, a preservationist who led the effort to get protective status for the neighborhood’s art deco buildings.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Jamaica is "unprepared to cope effectively" with major storms, Dr Patricia Green, an architect and preservationist based in Kingston told the BBC.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025

For Marsak, who spends his time researching old L.A., giving lectures, serving as an Angels Flight operator and working with local preservationist groups, Hylen’s work fills an important gap in L.A.’s past.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2025

“Elections were such a big deal, they were an all day affair,” says King, who began her career as a historic preservationist.

From Salon • Oct. 22, 2024

In the meantime, Tchir is continuing his role as digital preservationist, documenting the stories of long-ago Olympians on his personal project.

From Slate • Aug. 4, 2024