The Preservationists

Brought to you by the Lower Columbia Preservation Society and KMUN, The Preservationists features monthly interviews with students and professionals working to preserve historic locations in the Lower Columbia Pacific region. Hosted by Astronemis Ray. Find out more about the LCPS at lcpsociety.org

The Preservationists – July 16th, 2024

In this month’s episode we dive into the fascinating world of architectural salvage. This month our host Astronemis Ray is joined by the owner of Astoria Vintage Hardware, Becky Johnson. Join us as we discuss the unique stories of salvaged materials, how architectural salvage is a sustainable practice, and how antiques and architectural pieces retain…

The Preservationists – May 21st, 2024

Did you know May is National Historic Preservation Month? The City of Astoria has traditionally celebrated National Preservation Month by presenting the Dr. Edward Harvey Historic Preservation Award to those who have contributed to the City’s preservation and architectural heritage. This month, host Astronemis Ray chats with Tiffany Taylor Astoria City Planner, and Rosemary Johnson…

The Preservationists — April 16th, 2024

This month’s host, Astronemis Ray, talks with the Liberty Theatre’s executive director Jennifer Crockett and cohost Eric Wheeler a tour guide of the architecture tours of the Liberty Theatre. Listen in as we discuss the history, revitalization, architecture details, and stories of the historic Liberty Theatre. Have you ever wondered why the McTavish room is…

The Preservationists – March 19th, 2024

In this episode of The Preservationists, host Astronemis Ray talks with Susan Peterson, the manager of KMUN, and Eric Wheeler, an architectural historian, as they discuss the Tillicum House’s history, architectural details, preservation & restoration efforts, and the interesting stories that contribute to KMUN’s unique history and evolution. 

The Preservationists – February 20th, 2024

Part two of the Clatsop Community’s College’s Historic Preservation and restoration program students. This month’s host, Astronemis Ray, continues her conversation with a current second year student, Kristi Jenkins-Smith. And we get introduced to first year student Marcus Lucero as they discuss some of the workshops, classes, and various careers path in preservation & restoration. 

The Preservationists – January 16th, 2024

In this debut episode of The Preservationists, host Astronemis Ray speaks with students, past and present, from the Clatsop Community College Historic Preservation & Restoration program, about classes, workshops, and careers in historic preservation. Episode one features a graduate of the Historic Preservation Program, Joshua Gifford & Kristi Jenkins-Smith a current student of the program….