We recently wrote about two architectural gems on North Main Street in Riverdale. Continuing north a few blocks we find an impressively intact group of commercial buildings: the Santa Clara Business District. Historically this was a thriving area for shopping and … [Read more...] about The Santa Clara Business District: History and Preservation
Demolition
Dayton Demolition Watch: St. Joseph School
The Webster Station area is currently booming with new construction as well as the redevelopment of historic structures. But according to multiple sources, one of the oldest buildings in the neighborhood is in danger of being demolished. Historic preservationist Andrew … [Read more...] about Dayton Demolition Watch: St. Joseph School
More Dayton Demolitions: East Side as Seen via Streetview
We've already looked at before and after shots of demolitions that have taken place in the Streetview era (2007-2018), focusing on some downtown buildings, Old North Dayton's former commercial center, and few others scattered throughout various Dayton neighborhoods. But … [Read more...] about More Dayton Demolitions: East Side as Seen via Streetview