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Displaying 18 Finding Aids
Title
- Photographs of phases of the Capitol restoration
Series Number
- B2896
Summary
- This series consists of photographs documenting the four phases of construction during the Capitol Restoration from 2000-2014. Most of the photographs document the restoration of the Great Western Staircase, the roof and skylight, and later, the Eastern Approach to the Capitol.
Creator
- New York State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Commissioner's day files
Series Number
- 19608
Summary
- This series consists of day files of former Commissioners of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. The files contain correspondence and memoranda on all aspects of agency operations. Subjects include staff hiring, planning of commemorations, drafting of publications, allocation of resources, and communication with public officials and private citizens regarding historic site preservation.
Creator
- New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Historic structures report for the Capitol
Series Number
- L0001
Summary
- This series consists of an unbound copy of the report created by the Temporary State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol to facilitate preparation of a long range plan for the building's restoration and rehabilitation. Included are photo-prints showing both historical and contemporary views of the exterior and interior of the building. Prints depict views that span the period from about 1850 to 1982.
Creator
- New York (State). Temporary State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol Executive Director's subject and correspondence files
Series Number
- B2895
Summary
- This series consists of the correspondence files of former executive directors of the State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol, Walter Mahoney and Andrea Lazaski. The correspondence covers a plethora of topics including major works of art to purchase for the Capitol, areas of current restoration, and the historical significance of the architecture. Expenses and topics of committee meetings are also included.
Creator
- New York State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation meeting minutes of the State Council of Parks
Series Number
- 19611
Summary
- The State Council of Parks was established in 1924 (Chapter 189) to function as a statewide advisory body regarding all matters affecting parks, recreation, and historic preservation. Meeting minutes typically include roll call; reading and approval of minutes of previous meeting; resolutions; budget reports; regional reports; reports of historic preservation activities; reports on significant legislation; secretary's report; other reports on planning, activities, and meetings.
Creator
- New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Historic Preservation Field Services Bureau project review files
Series Number
- 19423
Summary
- This series consists of files created while reviewing state or federal projects which may affect so-called "cultural resources" (structures or archaeological sites) that are listed, or are eligible to be listed, on the national or state Register of Historic Places.
Creator
- New York (State). Historic Preservation Field Services Bureau
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Heritage area management plans
Series Number
- 21793
Summary
- This series documents establishment of and provides information on the history and cultural resources of heritage areas. Each management plan includes description of area boundaries; inventory of cultural resources; goals and objectives statement; types of area uses; potential property acquisitions; proposed exhibits and programs; cost/benefit analysis; cultural resources preservation techniques; organizational structure; environmental reviews; park planning schedule; schedule for park development and State-issued approval; and photographs, other images, and historical records.
Creator
- New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Heritage Areas System Bureau
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation Heritage Areas System Bureau program planning files
Series Number
- 21794
Summary
- This series consists of planning documents and correspondence related to the creation, development, and evolution of the New York State Heritage Areas Program and New York State Urban Cultural Parks Program. The purpose of these programs has been to develop, preserve, and promote the state's cultural and natural resources "as an expression of [New York] state's heritage." The records document the purpose/objectives of the program, suggested community designations and legislative structure, as well as marketing and outreach functions.
Creator
- New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Heritage Areas System Bureau
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Minutes and subject files
Series Number
- 20139
Summary
- The Natural Beauty Commission directed its attention toward open space; scenic and natural area preservation; community appearance; sign control; surface mining; junk car disposal; solid waste disposal; litter control; and historic preservation. It sponsored a statewide survey of environmental problems and action programs at the local level. The series consists of the files of the director of the Natural Beauty Commission, Charles C. Morrison, Jr. Included are subject and correspondence files, consultant reports, commission reports, meeting minutes, and meeting files.
Creator
- New York (State). Natural Beauty Commission
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Subject and correspondence files of the State Council of Parks
Series Number
- 19612
Summary
- The series contains correspondence unpublished reports, environmental board meeting minutes (1970-1971), policy statements, and annual reports of several regional state park commissions. Topics covered include criteria for proposed state parks; outdoor education activities; environmental planning; fees for park usage; environmental bond acts; recreational facilities related to the Barge Canal; and creation of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Creator
- New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Commissioner's subject and correspondence files
Series Number
- 19606
Summary
- This series consists of the subject and correspondence files created by the commissioner of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation. The commissioner creates, receives, and retains a variety of correspondence, memorandums, reference materials, draft and final policy statements, and budget materials related to all aspects of agency operations.
Creator
- New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, Historic Preservation Schermerhorn Row Block documentation project files
Series Number
- 15377
Summary
- Records in this series include a master plan for documenting the Schermerhorn Row Block; a preliminary historic structures report; an archeological field report; architectural elevations and plans; copies of tax assessment lists; color slides; master architectural documentation notebooks; exterior field notebooks; interior field notebooks; artifact accession notebooks; and a color slide catalogue.
Creator
- New York (State). Committee on Geographic Names
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Capitol restoration feasibility studies and reports
Series Number
- B1864
Summary
- This series consists of feasibility studies, budget plans, project reports, and historical background information relating to restoration projects proposed for or undertaken at the State Capitol building in Albany, New York. Projects include the restoration of third floor rooms; creation of additional office space; improvement of handicap accessibility; restoration of the Great Western Staircase masonry and lighting; restoration of the Great Western Staircase skylight and roof; and restoration of the skylights over the Assembly and Senate Staircases.
Creator
- New York State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- State/Federal Register of Historic Places adverse impact documentation files
Series Number
- 19309
Summary
- This series consists of photographs, architectural drawings and elevations, and occasionally, narrative descriptions of historic structures which are to be razed. The Bureau of Historic Preservation Field Services is responsible for ensuring that owners of structures that are on, or are eligible to be on, the State or Federal Registers of Historic Places document those structures prior to their demolition. These files are probably the best graphic documentation of the designated structures just prior to demolition.
Creator
- University of the State of New York. Board of Regents
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Files relating to restoration of the Schuyler Mansion
Series Number
- A0057
Summary
- This series contains correspondence, minutes of meetings of the board of trustees, by-laws of the board, a copy of an inventory of General Philip Schuyler's estate, and a few news clippings. Bulk of the series consists of board president's correspondence with other board members, heirs of Philip Schuyler, private citizens, and the state architect.
Creator
- New York (State). Board of Trustees of the Schuyler Mansion
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Press releases
Series Number
- B1823
Summary
- This series contains press releases issued by the offices of Commissioners Orin Lehman, Joan Davidson, Bernadette Castro, and Carol Ash to inform the public about agency events, activities, and accomplishments.
Creator
- New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol chairman's subject and correspondence files
Series Number
- B2585
Summary
- This series documents activities related to the restoration of the New York State Capitol circa 1986-2006. Information includes planning, architectural research, publicity, progress reports, and coordination between various agencies. Series also includes information on the restoration of the second floor of the New York State Education Building and publication of Capitol Story, (2015) detailing the history, construction, and politics of the design and construction of the state capitol.
Creator
- New York State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of these records.
Title
- Memorandum on conservation planning
Series Number
- B1523
Summary
- This series consists of a memorandum submitted to the New York State Planning Board in response to a request to supply views and recommendations for the scientific and educational utilization of selected state land as historical, biological, geological, and cultural "treasures." The memo highlights distinct localities, wildlife refuges and state conservation movements to reserve areas of the state as parks and preserves. Also included are letters requesting information and a reply.
Creator
- New York State Museum
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.