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Residents propose ‘Ames: A Glimpse Inside’ event to showcase historic sites and Black history
Summary
Local residents proposed a citywide, volunteer-driven event to open historic buildings and connect heritage sites; presenters asked the Historic Preservation Commission to consider appointing a member to the event’s steering committee and to discuss possible city funding at the next meeting.
Shelly Orngard, who said she lives at 928 Burnett, presented a working concept called “Ames: A Glimpse Inside” to highlight historic buildings, neighborhoods and stories across Ames and asked the Historic Preservation Commission to consider appointing a commissioner to the event’s steering committee.
Orngard said the project is in early planning and drew inspiration from programs such as Open House Chicago and Doors Open Minneapolis. She said initial partners include the Ames…
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