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20. April 2024

Preserving History Of Abandoned And Historic Places

• A Unique Octagonal Church Abandoned in Lakewood, Ohio

  Amid Cleveland’s bustling streets and modern skyscrapers lies a tale of two distinct religious communities often tangled in public discourse: Christian Science and Scientology. While the

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• The Abandoned Gilmary Catholic Retreat Center in Pennsylvania

  Explore the history of the abandoned Gilmary Catholic Retreat Center in Pennsylvania, from foundation in 1872 to its impactful legacy and future redevelopment.

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• Echoes of Niagara Falls Past: The Abandoned Mount St. Mary’s Hospital

  Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, located in the city of Niagara Falls, New York, embodies over a century of healthcare evolution, architectural magnificence, and the nuanced interplay between

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• Abandoned Taco Bell in the Desert: the Legacy of Fort Courage On Route 66

  In the heart of the American Southwest, nestled just three miles west of Allentown, Arizona, on the iconic Route 66, lies the small town of Houck. Known to the Navajo as Ma’ii Tó, or

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• Former TRW Inc. Headquarters Demolished: A Legacy Left In The Dirt

  Explore TRW Inc.'s remarkable journey from a Cleveland startup to a global leader in automotive, aerospace, and electronics, leaving an enduring legacy.

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• Casa Loma: Toronto’s Gothic Revival Masterpiece

  Nestled in the heart of midtown Toronto, Casa Loma stands as an incredible example of Gothic Revival architecture’s enduring appeal. This majestic castle-style mansion, surrounded by

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• Exploring the Vibrant World of Toronto’s Graffiti Alley

  Toronto’s Graffiti Alley, nestled in the heart of the Fashion District, spans three city blocks of Rush Lane. This colorful corridor has earned acclaim as a must-visit for street art

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• Exploring the Wild West Legacy of Holbrook’s Bucket of Blood Street

  Nestled off the iconic U.S. Route 66, in the old downtown district of Holbrook, Arizona, lies a street with a name as intriguing as its history: Bucket of Blood Street. This unique moniker

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• Geauga Lake: The Rise, Fall, and Everlasting Legacy of an Iconic Ohio Landmark

  In the heart of Ohio's beautiful landscapes, Geauga Lake has carved a distinctive and enduring mark on the fabric of amusement park history.

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• Fort Stevens: A Guardian at the Columbia’s Gateway

  Fort Stevens State Park In the northwestern corner of Oregon, where the mighty Columbia River spills into the Pacific Ocean, stands the historic Fort Stevens. Now enveloped in the tranquility of

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