Keyport High School, located at 351 Broad Street in Keyport. The brick structure showcases classic 1930s-era school architecture, characterized by its textured brown brickwork, a decorative stone-arched central entrance with double doors, and a distinct castle-like crenellated roofline. The side entrance to Keyport High School features an ornate, Gothic Revival pointed stone archway adorned with carved decorative panels along the
Our visit began outside the Eagle House in St. Michaels. The distinctive central tower is surmounted by a sculpted eagle. Passing through town there were many charming one and two story buildings, supporting a diverse and eclectic collection of shops. Colors varied greatly from one two the next enhancing the overall visual interest of the downtown. This outdoor seating area
Farm Show Arena and Expo Center. Impressive masonry building with WPA-styled details over the main street entrance. Downtown the indoor farmers market has impressive outdoor furniture that can be flexibly used by vendors in the warmer weather months. The concentration of historic buildings within a few blocks of each other is impressive. This includes the MidTown bookstore that fits a
The street was closed with temporary barriers to allow for tents and outdoor dining while the COVID-19 pandemic was still going on. The New Brunswick Performing Arts Center is a multi-story building that rose near the State Theater. The different scales of buildings is clearly on display with the two story terra cotta building looking minuscule compared to the base
The Red Mill, built circa 1810, over the years processed wool, grist, talc, plaster, and graphite. River water power also later generated electricity. A limestone quarry here was mined from the 1800s up until 1963. The Red Mill today is one of the indisputable historic and scenic sites in this area, though the Town of Clinton has much to offer
Cooperstown is a wonderful example of a downtown anchored by major destinations – namely the Baseball Hall of Fame and an exceptional natural resource in the form of Glimerglass Lake. Throw in an association with famous literary figure – James Fennimore Cooper – then the stage is set. Most of the historic buildings here are fairly well taken care of.
The brick sidewalk in the foreground guides the eye toward the end of the block. The NJ Transit Morris & Essex Line train station and bridge spanning across the intersection of Baker Street and Maplewood Avenue, constitutes a core landmark tying the downtown district together. To borrow from the book Main Street and Miracle Mile, Maplewood embodies some of the
History photos enliven an otherwise blank wall. The Bijou is one of several theaters providing for the entertainment needs of the city and region. Water feature through the downtown steps from where the Farmers Market is held each week. Some of the public art commissioned, including a descriptive plaque with price tag. Water feature in Market Square, steps from shops,
We only had a short time to visit so focused our walking and looking in the area around Van Andel Arena. This provided a surprisingly lively subject, even if it was a little top heavy with beer-related establishments. Grand Rapids Brewing Company HopCat J. Gardella’s Tavern Tavern on the Green Liked the touch of sign painting here. Grand Woods Mural
This open-air canopy provides a covered space for markets and community events to occur. Loved to see a playful public art element near the market. The murals were simple but effective filling the wall and bringing “a little bit of happy” to those who pass by. Loved this cinder block and beam bench. What a clever idea to provide seating