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In the heart of Nelson Mandela Bay, a 200-year-old cathedral continues to stand as a living monument to history, faith, and community. St Mary's Cathedral, designed by the city's first architect in 1825, houses artifacts some believe date back to the 14th century.
As rural congregations dwindle across Australia's Darling Downs, century-old churches are being transformed into art studios, homes, and boutique venues. These beloved buildings are getting second chapters that honor their history while serving modern needs.
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A nonprofit is working to preserve Ellis Island's abandoned 29-building hospital complex, where immigrant families faced medical challenges 75 years ago. The restoration will reveal intimate stories of resilience and hope that shaped America.
A forgotten corner of Aspen, Colorado is getting a stunning transformation into a modern ski village that honors the mountain's 1937 origins. After more than a decade of community planning and a nail-biting public vote, the project breaks new ground for accessible skiing.
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South Africa's Gqeberha was watching its historic downtown crumble into crime and decay. Now, a citizen-led revival is bringing safety, students, and new life back to the city's oldest streets.
A Victorian-era Auckland hotel was cut into five pieces and moved to a countryside estate 35 years ago. Now fully restored, the 1865 homestead proves historic buildings can thrive in unexpected places.
After fierce public backlash stopped demolition plans, Wellington City Council just approved a $15 million project to restore the iconic City to Sea Bridge and Capital E building. The heart of Wellington's civic space is finally coming back to life.
A nationwide weekend event invites volunteers to clean and preserve historic markers across America this April. The three-day community celebration helps protect local history while bringing neighborhoods together.
A century-old diplomatic compound in Tangier has transformed into Morocco's newest cultural center, complete with gardens, libraries, and programs connecting French and Moroccan communities. The restored Institut Français opened its doors this week after years of careful renovation that honored its historic architecture.
After Hurricane Ida nearly destroyed Philadelphia's 200-year-old Fairmount Water Works in 2021, the beloved landmark has reopened and is now leading the charge to protect Pennsylvania's 65 National Historic Landmarks. Their recovery shows how historic sites can survive climate challenges.
Travelers are flocking to a remote Indian region where dusty village streets are lined with thousands of abandoned palaces built by wealthy 19th-century merchants. New hotels in restored mansions and expanded airports are turning Chettinad into an unexpected tourism hotspot.
Singapore is officially acquiring the historic home of founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew to preserve it as a national monument. The site on Oxley Road, where key independence movement events unfolded, will be protected from commercial development forever.
A French couple inherited a 500-year-old château with no billionaire budget, so they turned restoration into a family mission. Every summer, their five kids return home to rebuild stone walls and preserve seven centuries of history. ##
A rundown former general store in Napier, New Zealand has been transformed into a vibrant five-bedroom home after 27 years of love and color. Owner Kim Hands is selling the landmark building but subdividing the land to preserve its historic street frontage for future generations.
San Agustin Church in Manila has withstood countless disasters since 1607, including being the only public building left standing after an 1863 earthquake leveled the city. The UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrates 419 years of resilience this January 19th.
A historic Hawke's Bay homestead designed by renowned architect Louis Hay has been brought back to life after a four-year, multimillion-dollar restoration. The 1914 estate now blends its heritage charm with modern comfort while preserving the craftsmanship that made it special.