For Immediate
Release:
March 4, 2021
Historical
Commission in search of historic preservation projects
Seeks to recognize
important buildings in County
FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Historical
Commission is accepting nominations for its annual Preservation Awards Program,
which acknowledges individuals and groups who have preserved historic
structures in Monmouth County.
“The annual Preservation Awards Program recognizes
passionate individuals who are dedicated to preserving the history and
authenticity of historic structures in the County,” said Commissioner Lillian
G. Burry, liaison to the Historical Commission. “Preservation is not only a formidable
and time-consuming process, but also a costly undertaking. The County strives
to honor those who take on these special projects.”
Qualified applicants can be private citizens, organizations,
businesses, municipalities or any one group who recently preserved a historic
structure. Homes, commercial buildings, houses of worship and other County
structures that are more than 50 years old are eligible for the award. The
deadline to submit a nomination is April 21, 2021.
Last year, the Presbyterian Church of Shrewsbury was recognized
for considerate restoration of the Manse, the home of the Church's pastors.
Although it suffered considerable damage, the congregation supported its
improvement to 21st century standards, while retaining the
appearance and architectural detail of the 19th century.
The Jersey Shore Arts
Center was also acknowledged for the "Remember the Forties" room,
which is in memory of Herbert G. Herbst. Herbst, an Ocean Grove resident, led
the campaign to renovate the vacant former Neptune High School. The award is
also dedicated to the ten classes that graduated from the high school in the
1940s, who generously supported this effort.
The application process
requires the completion of a nomination form that can be downloaded from the
County’s website at www.visitmonmouth.com or
by contacting Executive Director, John Fabiano, at John.Fabiano@co.monmouth.nj.us.
Completed applications
should be mailed to Monmouth County Historical Commission, Hall of Records Annex,
2nd floor, Freehold, NJ 07728 by the deadline, April 21.
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