Neighborhoods: Preservation in Seattle grew out of a passion for the place recorded by someone who uniquely represented its character and the ethics that shaped public policy here for most of the twentieth century. In other parts of the country, advocacy is different because the politics of these places are different. But the relationship between the built environment and local politics is integral everywhere. More.

Public Policy: Historic Seattle has joined forces with Friends of First United Methodist Church, the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation to appeal the City of Seattle's decision to approve the Master Use Permit that will mean the demolition of Seattle's last historic church downtown. What does this mean, and what part does this play in our effort to save the building while meeting the congregation's needs? More.

Voices: In this interview with Kay Bullitt, the second segment of an interview conducted on May 17th, 2004, the longtime Seattle preservationist describes how Historic Seattle, and preservation in general, evolved from the mid-1970s onward. More.

Preservation & Environment: In September of 2001, five miles of the Lower Duwamish Waterway became a Superfund site, a designation that has drawn attention to the river's environmental problems and impact on public health. In addition to producing PCBs and other toxins, the river's long-term industrial use has made a significant impact on the regional economy. It has also influenced Seattle's social and cultural fabric, and inspired one of Seattle's best-known poets, Richard Hugo. More.

Techniques & Technology: The relationship between historic preservation and sustainable building practice is gaining greater attention throughout the country, evidenced by a growing number of building projects that weave together the conservation of natural and cultural resources. More.

Pending Landmarks: The City of Seattle's landmark nominations, like all nominations for historic registers, can be written by anyone -- not just a preservation specialist or someone with a PhD in history. This article, based on a workshop held in May of this year, provides an overview of the local form, and advice on researching and structuring a successful nomination. More.