Have you ever driven past a building in Raleigh and thought, “Wow, that has so much character!” Maybe it’s a charming old house on your street, a grand building downtown, or a quirky storefront in a hidden corner. These historic structures are more than just bricks and mortar – they’re living testaments to Raleigh’s rich past, shaping the unique character of our city. Here are a few places that the Preservation Raleigh board thought of:
- 125 E South St – the Rogers-Bagley-Daniels-Pegues house
- Seaboard Train Station
- 16 N Boylan Ave – “Elmwood” (RHL)
- St. Agnes Hospital
- Masonic Building – Blount Street
But sadly, not all of these historic gems are safe. Here at Preservation Raleigh, we’re launching a new project called Places in Peril to shine a spotlight on endangered historic properties in Raleigh.
Why Places in Peril?
Our mission at Preservation Raleigh is to protect and celebrate Raleigh’s architectural heritage. We believe that preserving these historic places strengthens our community, fosters a sense of place, and connects us to the stories of the people who came before us.
But we can’t do it alone!
This April, we’re asking for your help in identifying and raising awareness about endangered historic properties in Raleigh. Do you know of a building with architectural significance that faces demolition, neglect, or inappropriate alteration? We want to hear from you!
*How You Can Help:
Throughout April, we’ll be actively collecting nominations for Places in Peril through this simple online form. We encourage you to submit any historic property you believe is at risk, providing details and even photos if possible.
What Happens Next?
Based on the submissions we receive, Preservation Raleigh will curate a list of nine endangered properties to feature on our blog and social media channels during May, which is also Preservation Month. Eventually we hope to organize targeted outreach campaigns to raise awareness and advocate for the preservation of these threatened landmarks.
Together, we can ensure that Raleigh’s historic character continues to thrive for generations to come.
Let’s save Raleigh’s history, one place at a time!
*Submit your nominations on the form here by April 30: https://forms.gle/1Ld2945sw2jVovX97