Bellingham has just been awarded $150,000 grant to help preserve it's historic character and promote heritage tourism. The grant will fund a survey historic homes in the Lettered Streets, York and South Hill neighborhoods. The grant comes to us from Preserve America and was awarded by Laura Bush who designated Bellingham as a Preserve America community.
"To qualify for the grant we had to demonstrate the city's dedication to its historic resources, and show that we understand preservation's role in economic development and community revitalization," sid Katie Franks, Development Specialist for the Planning and Community Development Department
For more information you can visit the city of Bellingham website.
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