Outline (draft) describing the aim of the architectural survey, elements contributing to the loss of buildings, elements contributing to the preservation of historic buildings, features of the present trend of preservation, the inventory procedure, zoning, legal aspects, and financial aspects of preservation.
This newsletter from the Preservation Society of Charleston provides an update on the Plantation House at the Navy Yard; the Lining House; the Primrose House; the Gadsden House; 42 Society Street; 48 Laurens Street; 179 Rutledge Avenue; 6 Chalmers Street, the Old Slave Mart; 72 Tradd Street; and 1 Pitt Street.
This newsletter features reports regarding preservation of properties along the Cooper River waterfront, a report regarding the use of the Revolving Fund, a message from the Preservation Society of Charleston, a membership form, and a meeting notice. Photographs are included.
A photograph of the doorway leading into 13 Wentworth Street printed on a publication for the Red Feather Service of the Community Chest of Charleston Co. Inc.
A four-page typed document chronicling the history of the Ansonborough property from 1696 with Isaac Mazyck's Propietary Grant through the segmentation of the property beginning in 1759 through a purchase in 1904. The development of the various streets in the Ansonborough area and the building of houses is also discussed.
News and Courier clipping related to issue raised in letter from RNSW to Jesse Stanton "Replica of Old Guard House Suggested for New Building" (April 18, 1946)
Letter to Harold A. Mouzon from Albert Simons (Oct. 8, 1942) regarding a discussion about the Civic Services Committee at a recent meeting, in which he outlines his position about the remodeling of buildings, housing, and land use; specifically how to house the influx of new residents of Charleston due to the war effort. With annotations.
Provided on the front of this two-sided typed document is information regarding the property at the East end of Calhoun Street, known as Gadsden's Wharf. The land ownership is traced back to 1696 under Issac Mazyck. Land development beginning in 1746 under Captain George Anson is also discussed, including the construction of a canal and wharf in Charleston. Changes in street names since the city's early days are also mentioned. A small piece of paper taped to the back reads: "Kindness of: Mr. Gedney M. Howe."
This one-page typed document provides information regarding the property at the East end of Calhoun Street, known as Gadsden's Wharf. The land ownership is traced back to 1696 under Issac Mazyck. Land development beginning in 1746 under Captain George Anson is also discussed, including the construction of a canal and wharf in Charleston. Changes in street names since the city's early days are also mentioned.
In this one-page typed bulletin, Green discusses the ownership and occupancy histories of 42 Anson Street; 44 Anson Street; 46 Anson Street; 48 Anson Street; and 50 Anson Street. Also focuses on Martin Dowd's properties in Charleston, including 53 Tradd Street.
This three-page typed document details the use of monies in the Historic Charleston Foundation Revolving Fund, stipulated by six points written by the Foundation. Six plans for purchase of properties are also included.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Homes listed include 40 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 56 Society Street; 66 Anson Street; 63 Anson Street; 71 Anson Street; 72 Anson Street; 55 Laurens Street; 48 Laurens Street; 332 East Bay Street; and 329 East Bay Street.
A two-page handwritten letter from Alan B. Anson, descendant of Lord George Anson, expressing his desire to visit the neighborhood, and extending congratulations for the work on the Rehabilitation Project.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Homes listed include 40 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 56 Society Street; 66 Anson Street; 63 Anson Street; 71 Anson Street; 72 Anson Street; 55 Laurens Street; 48 Laurens Street; 332 East Bay Street; and 329 East Bay Street.
This four-page brochure discusses highlights of the annual report of the area projects committee to the board of trustees of the Historic Charleston Foundation.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Homes listed include 40 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 56 Society Street; 66 Anson Street; 63 Anson Street; 71 Anson Street; 72 Anson Street; 55 Laurens Street; 48 Laurens Street; 332 East Bay Street; and 329 East Bay Street.
This four-page brochure discusses highlights of the annual report of the area projects committee to the board of trustees of the Historic Charleston Foundation.
This four-page brochure discusses highlights of the annual report of the area projects committee to the board of trustees of the Historic Charleston Foundation.
This four-page brochure discusses highlights of the annual report of the area projects committee to the board of trustees of the Historic Charleston Foundation.
This six-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough.
Second revision of six-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Notes indicate which listed homes have been sold.
Second revision of six-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Notes indicate which listed homes have been sold.
First revision of six-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Notes indicate which listed homes have been sold.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough.
In this one-page typed document eight houses and gardens are added to the walking tour through the Ansonborough Neighborhood: 19 Wentworth Street, 57 Anson Street, 46 Society Street,43 Society Street, 63 Anson Street, 75 Anson Street, and 79 Anson Street. An approximate date of when the buildings on the property were built, as well as ownership information, is included.
Letter to Harold A. Mouzon from Albert Simons (Oct. 8, 1942) regarding a discussion about the Civic Services Committee at a recent meeting, in which he outlines his position about the remodeling of buildings, housing, and land use. With annotations.
In this typed four-page document, N. L. Barnwell, attorney for Historic Charleston Foundation, presents a petition against allowing the subdivision of 37 Hasell Street into three separate apartments.
This six-page typed and illustrated newsletter for the Preservation Society of Charleston discusses Historic Charleston Foundation plans to launch fundraising efforts for its Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project Revolving Fund. Reports donations, issues with upcoming rehabilitation efforts, issues with parking in the Ansonborough area, and community opinions on the project.
A one-page typed document chronicling the history of 66 Anson Street, 40 Society Street, and 42 Society Street, from the fire of 1838 to launch of HCF Revolving Fund in 1958.
This two-page document describes A. C. Logan's request to subdivide 42 Hasell Street into seven apartments and lists the petitioners opposed to the request, which was ultimately denied.
This one-page typed document, is a compilation of notes from an investigation into the ownership history of the property at 45 Hasell Street, tracing the property deed back to 1837.
This one-page typed document discusses the historical background and describes the architecture of the building at 48 Hasell Street, St. Johannes Lutheran Church. The unknown writer references Beatrice Ravenel's book, The Architects of Charleston.
In this three-page typed document, Susan Jones Connelly transfers the title and ownership of her home at 60 Anson Street to Arden A. Lemon and Jane Hawkins Lemon, following the sale of the property.
In this two-page typed document, the ownership history of 72 Anson Street is traced back to 1696, under Isaac Mazyck. Subsequent property grants are also discussed, ending in 1901 with the sale of the property to Charles G. Leslie.
In this one-page typed document, Historic Charleston Foundation Director Mrs. S. Henry Edmunds provides a thorough description of 75 Anson Street, The Joseph Legare House, and the accompanying outbuildings, all of which were for sale at the time. Recommended renovations for the property and buildings are included.
In this one-page handwritten letter, Leland writes to inform Historic Charleston Foundation that she has received an offer for her home at 40 Society Street and is prepared to accept the offer.
This five-page handwritten document contains information about properties in Ansonborough, including address, owner, kind of building, dimensions, and 1960 assessment.
In this three-page typed document, Historic Charleston Foundation reports the sales of 72 Anson Street, the Benjamin Simons Neufville House, 71 Anson Street, 48 Laurens Street, and 42 Society Street. Also included is information about a tour of the following restored houses in Ansonborough: 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street, the Isaac Reeves House; 329 East Bay Street, the Gadsden House; 332 East Bay Street, the Robert Primerose House; and 55 Laurens Street, the James Jervey House.
In this letter, Edmunds asks Hollings if it would be possible for A. G. Hollings Real Estate to sell the property at 11 Wentworth Street to the Historic Charleston Foundation.
A one-page typed statement from Alderman Davis Spell commending Historic Charleston Foundation for its work on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project.
In this one-page typed letter, Rudolf asks Schmidt to make three additional signs for the William Monies house, the Edward Winslow Tenement, and the Robert Roulain House.
In this one-page typed letter, Rudolf acknowledges Shelton's letter regarding historic markers in Charleston. She describes the sign for buildings designated by Historic Charleston Foundation.
This one-page typed document provides a real estate statement for Historic Charleston Foundations bought, sold, and improved living units, a financial statement for investments in the Ansonborough neighborhood, investments and income in the properties under rental endowment, and improvements and on Wentworth Street.
In this two-page letter, Edmunds asks residents that are opposed to the creation of a "sweet shop" in Ansonborough to attend Zoning Board meeting on March 26, 1962.
Architectural drawing of houses on the north side of Society Street. Right to left: edge of 36 Society showing piazza, 38 Society, 40 Society, 42 Society, 44 Society.
In this two-page typed document, the owners and plot numbers for numerous properties are listed. Properties are organized by street and divided into the North and South sides.
A post card printed for the National Portrait Gallery in London. On the front is a portrait of George, First Lord Anson (1697-1762); on the back is a brief biography of Anson by Philip Gosse.
This 13-page typed document details information about the Ansonborough neighborhood, specific properties within it, and Historic Charleston Foundation's fundraising efforts to be used for its rehabilitation.
This one-page typed bulletin to the Ansonborough community announces a meeting of the Board of Adjustment to review the proposed multi-family building on the corner of Meeting and George Streets. Historic Charleston Foundation asks for support in opposing the proposed structure.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Homes listed include 40 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 56 Society Street; 66 Anson Street; 63 Anson Street; 71 Anson Street; 72 Anson Street; 55 Laurens Street; 48 Laurens Street; 332 East Bay Street; and 329 East Bay Street.
This one-page typed document lists several Ansonborough properties with the approximate date they were built, the name of the structure, and the address.
This four-page typed document includes age, ownership history, architectural, financial, and size information for numerous properties in the Ansonborough neighborhood. Also includes information regarding rehabilitation efforts for the properties and renovation status.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Homes listed include 40 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 56 Society Street; 66 Anson Street; 63 Anson Street; 71 Anson Street; 72 Anson Street; 55 Laurens Street; 48 Laurens Street; 332 East Bay Street; and 329 East Bay Street. Also includes a note on the first page that Historic Charleston Foundation has purchased an additional three houses, 8, 10, and 12 Wentworth Street, bringing the total number of purchased or donated properties in Ansonborough to 25.
This two-page typed document provides a progress report on properties in the Ansonborough neighborhood owned by Historic Charleston Foundation and an estimate of the financial investment made in the area.
One-page typed document including historical and architectural information for 50 Laurens Street; 48 Hasell Street, St. Johannes Lutheran Church; and 54 Hasell Street, former home of Colonel William Rhett. St. Katharine's Convent is written in as the fourth property with no accompanying information.
In this three-page typed document, Louis Green reports his research of the ownership history for 7 George Street; 79 Anson Street; 81 Anson Street; 5 George Street; 75 Anson Street; and 71 Anson Street. Architectural details of these properties are also discussed.
This one-page typed document provides information on properties being renovated through the Ansonborough rehabilitation efforts. It appears to be a memo from an individual with initials FRE to an unidentified recipient.
This one-page handwritten document lists numerous properties in the Ansonborough neighborhood on Anson Street, Laurens Street, Society Street, Wentworth Street, and East Bay Street. Informational headings for properties include: date acquired, date sold, purchase price, Foundation Improvements, selling price, purchaser's improvements, and owner.
This three-page typed document includes a table providing information for numerous Ansonborough properties. The properties are organized by street, which include Hasell Street, Wentworth Street, Society Street, Laurens Street, Anson Street, and George Street. Informational categories include ownership, Historic Charleston Foundation's involvement with the property, number of improved living units at the property, and financial investments in the property.
In this two-sided typed document, numerous properties and their owners are listed. Properties are organized by street in the Ansonborough neighborhood. This document also includes notes on front and back regarding specific renovations and costs associated with the properties.
This two-page, front and back, handwritten document includes notes for various properties on Anson Street, Hasell Street, Wentworth Street, and George Street. It appears that these notes indicate the property owners.
Memo to Ansonborough Tour Home Owners listing the "twelve buildings being restored or much improved," and "nine buildings on which restoration plans are nearing completion and should begin shortly."
Meeting minutes from the Ansonborough Project Group. Topics discussed include finances, advertising plans, and sales signs for Ansonborough properties, including 63 Anson Street, 64 Anson Street, 72 Anson Street, 42 Society Street, 44 Society Street, 48 Laurens Street, and 56 Society Street.
In this two-page typed document,the owners and plot numbers for numerous properties are listed. Properties are listed by street in the Ansonborough neighborhood.
This three-page, handwritten document lists numerous Ansonborough properties, organized by street, and provides information regarding the purchase and/or sale of the property by Historic Charleston Foundation, rental endowments, contracts with Historic Charleston Foundation, improvements to the property either by the owner with funds from Historic Charleston Foundation, or directly by Historic Charleston Foundation, number of improved living spaces in each property, financial investment by Historic Charleston Foundation, and estimates for other investments. Properties on Hasell Street, Wentworth Street, Society Street, Laurens Street, Anson Street, and East Bay Street are included.
This two-page typed document describes a tour of Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project houses, including: 55 Laurens Street, the James Jervey House; 44 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 329 East Bay Street, the Gadsden House; and 332 East Bay Street, the Primerose House. Also includes information about other houses sold in Ansonborough, including 43 Society Street and houses on Laurens and Wentworth Streets.
This three-page typed document describes a tour of Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project houses, including: 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 329 East Bay Street, the Gadsden House; 332 East Bay Street, the Primerose House; and 55 Laurens Street, the James Jervey House. Includes information about the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project committee and its members.
List of properties sold in the Ansonborough neighborhood, categorized by Historic Charleston Foundation sales, Foundation property that has been resold, and private sales.
