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Historic Architectural Review Board recommends May 2025 as Historic Preservation Month
Summary
At its April 7 meeting the Historic Architectural Review Board voted unanimously to recommend that the City Commission proclaim May 2025 as Historic Preservation Month, noting the role of historic banks in Newberry's commercial history.
The Historic Architectural Review Board on April 7 recommended that the City Commission proclaim May 2025 as Historic Preservation Month in the City of Newberry.
The board said the annual observance recognizes the city’s “irreplaceable historic resources” and draws attention to buildings that shaped local commerce and community life. John Paul, who presented the recommendation, noted this year’s statewide theme highlights historic banks and pointed to the Bank of Newberry (constructed 1908) and earlier commercial buildings on the city’s main street as examples.
Board members discussed photographs and research presented showing the bank building across several decades and a historical photograph of the bank manager Henry Arline Pickett. The presenter summarized that the proclamation is intended to be read by the City Commission ahead of May and that local history organizations will take part in related observances.
Board member Hershey moved the recommendation; board member Parker seconded. The board voted “aye” and the motion passed unanimously.
The recommendation will go to the City Commission for formal proclamation and reading during its May meeting.
