As Rezoning Case Z-43-25 moves forward, the fate of this 1903 landmark highlights the state of local historic protections in North Carolina. Read about the history of the Litchford House and learn why proactive, early advocacy is the best option for preservation.
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Hidden Gems Tour – NC State Memorial Belltower
On Sunday, June 21, 2026, Preservation Raleigh invited their supporters to join a special “Hidden Gems Tour” of NC State University’s Memorial Bell Tower, the most sacred space on campus.
Places in Peril: The Rufus J. Ivey House
The Rufus J. Ivey House, a historic 1872 brick residence in Wake County, faces demolition risks due to neglect and development pressures. Although listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it lacks protection as it isn’t a local landmark. Advocates urge for landmark designation to preserve and protect this historic home.
Places in Peril: Former Hellenic Orthodox Church
Tucked away at 211 S. Person Street is a vital piece of downtown Raleigh’s cultural history. Built by a community of 25 families in 1938, the former Hellenic Orthodox Church represents the neighborhood scale, materials, and diverse heritage that defined the eastern edge of Moore Square. As the surrounding block transitions to high-density development, Preservation Raleigh revisits this unprotected landmark to ask how we can save it.
The Wright-McMillan House
Place in Peril: This beautiful home located at 216 Hawthorne Road in Forest Park is currently on the market for $3.2 million. While the price reflects the home’s size and prime location, it also places the property in a precarious position.
Observe Preservation Month with Preservation Raleigh
May is National Preservation Month, and Preservation Raleigh is proud to promote this important month through our Places In Peril initiative.
Preservation 101: Understanding Easements
Easements have emerged as a vital legal tool for protecting land and historic properties across North Carolina. As part of our “Preservation 101” educational series, we are taking a closer look at how these agreements function to safeguard our architectural inheritance. Essentially, an easement is a voluntary legal agreement between a property owner and a qualified preservation organization or public agency.
Commemorating America 250
This year our nation will mark a monumental milestone: the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Known as America 250, this commemoration is the celebration of a historic date and also an invitation to reflect on the complex, unfolding story of our country.
Reflections on a Year of Advocacy and Action
From advocacy work to the success of The Toilet Tour, 2025 was a year of major growth for Preservation Raleigh. As we enter 2026, we’re looking back at the milestones that defined our mission and the community that made it possible.
Ligon at Risk: Controversy Surrounds Renovation Plan
Learn more about the history of the Ligon School and the current controversy surrounding its impending renovation by WCPSS. Discussion has been whether to renovate the existing historic building or replace it with a new structure, a topic that has generated substantial community interest and debate. This building has been identified as Place in Peril.