Hallie J. Borstel, MPS, is a trained wood window restorer in New Orleans, LA.   To assist those of us who don't have that background in treating wood window issues, she developed a conditions and repair table.  Cost estimates and all!  Check it out if you're curious about next steps for your own wood window maintenance or if you're wondering what even goes into an estimate from a window restoration professional.

(This report was compiled for the Hammond Historic District Commission.  It is true and complete to the best of our knowledge.  However, all recommendations are made without guarantee on the part of the Commission.  The author and Commission disclaim any liability in connection with the use of this information.)


Mid-Century Modern Hammond

 

Anna Marcum, MPS, is a historic preservation consultant in New Orleans, LA.  She is a Modern architecture specialist, focusing on advocacy and the preservation of this newest category of historic architecture.  Because of her expertise, the Hammond Historic District Commission in partnership with the Louisiana Architecture Foundation sponsored the development of preservation briefs and educational lesson plans to further the appreciation of Hammond's uniquely large Modern building stock at all levels.

Click the image above and you will be taken to our MCM Hammond splash page to learn more! 

(The materials included above were compiled for the Hammond Historic District Commission.  They are true and complete to the best of our present knowledge.  The author and the Commission disclaim any liability in connection with the use of this information.)


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Color Historic Hammond!

Fun educational coloring sheets depicting historic buildings in Hammond, Louisiana.

 

The Hammond Historic District has created fun educational coloring sheets depicting some of the historic buildings found in Hammond, Louisiana.  This activity is meant to be enjoyed by all age levels as a safe way to unwind while staying at home safe.

Color these buildings - Boos Building, Ritz Theater, Central Rexall, and Citizens National Bank

Items you will need:

  • Printer

  • Crayons

  • Colored Pencils

  • Markers