The past and future of historic houses of worship
Tom Frank’s “Historic Houses of Worship” makes an eloquent case for these community landmarks.
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Tolerance, awareness, and religious freedom
Religious freedom requires tolerance and awareness that are too often in short supply.
Pearl Harbor: 80 years later the memory is more important than ever
On the 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbor, it is more important than ever to remember why the U.S. went to war.
Not our masters, but our guides
The past has much to teach us. Yet elders are not our masters, but guides.
Always read the plaque
Roman Mars encouragers us to be on the lookout for stories embedded in our built environment.
Architecture, art, and craft in Asheville
Great communities connect people to place, know where they want to go, and work tirelessly to make it happen.
Affirming sacred worth, restoring human dignity, and sabotaging the shame of poverty
Captivated by a life-affirming fresco.
The smells of place and time
Places are imbued with sounds, smells, noises, and feelings that bring memories and human connections.
For beauty, nourishment, and the celebration of life, Mohonk is one of our special places
Mohonk Mountain House: One of the great places on earth
America could learn a lot from its first peoples. Let’s start with the truth
Why we should celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day on the second Monday in October.
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