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Commission approves plaque proofs and plans open house for newly identified historic properties
Summary
The commission authorized staff to order plaque proofs (with minor design edits) for two new Wildwood landmarks and discussed plans for a historic property owners open house for 43 mid-century properties; the plaque proofs will reference "Historic Hollow" and be adjusted per commission feedback.
The Wildwood Historic Preservation Commission authorized staff to proceed with ordering historic-plaques proofs (with requested typographic adjustments) for two newly designated landmarks and finalized plans for a preservation open house for recently inventoried properties.
Staff explained they had worked with Arch Engraving to produce proofs for two markers, recommended retaining the abbreviation "c." for circa dates where appropriate, and suggested using the historic community label "Historic Hollow" rather than a street address on one plaque. Commissioners asked that the identifying lineweight be increased so the building name reads darker and clearer; staff said they would circulate revised proofs by email and proceed when the commission is satisfied.
On outreach, staff described an open house for 43 properties built between 1943 and 1950 that were added to the city's preservation inventory. The event will include presentations by the Wildwood Historical Society and St. Louis County historian Gwen Hinman; consultant Michael Allen will join virtually. Staff said there will be giveaways, a hot-cocoa bar and short presentations including youth-member remarks on commission programs.
Why it matters: plaques and owner outreach are part of the commission’s program to raise awareness of designated landmarks and support the local historic register. Commissioners encouraged sales of history books and Route 66 T-shirts at the event and asked staff to seek modest discounts and merchandising arrangements.
The commission moved and seconded authorization for the plaque order with changes; commissioners raised hands and the motion passed.
