Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission

News

June 18, 2021

At its meeting on Monday, the Historic Landmarks Commission unanimously voted to recommend to Charlotte City Council that it designate the Ervin Building as a local historic landmark, which will be considered at City Council’s June 28 meeting. The Charlotte Observer delves into the history of the building with a focus on the East Charlotte community’s role in the building’s preservation. 

For more: “Charlotte’s next historic landmark may be this office tower on Independence Boulevard


CELEBRATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Lunch & Learn: The Sloan-Porter House

Thursday, May 27 at 12:00PM

Zoom – Free

Celebrate Preservation Month and learn about one of few remaining 18th century homes in Charlotte – The Sloan-Porter House. Homeowners and preservation-enthusiasts Brian and Sarah Clarke will discuss the trials and successes of restoring the c. 1790 Sloan-Porter House, largely on their own. Guest host Kristi Harpst, Program Manager at Historic Districts for the City of Charlotte and member of the Museum’s Preservation Committee, will interview the Clarkes and share resources for homeowners.



May 14, 2021

The historic Ervin Building, located in east Charlotte, will soon be brought back to life with plans to renovate the building into office space with a rooftop bar. The building is currently on the Historic Landmarks Commission’s Study List of Prospective Historic Landmarks and in January 2021, the Commission unanimously voted to process the building for historic landmark designation. 

Discover more about the history and future plans for the Ervin Building here: “A historic east Charlotte tower fell into disrepair years ago. Soon it will be restored.


2021 Mad About Modern Home Tour

THE CHARLOTTE MUSEUM OF HISTORY NEEDS YOU…AND YOUR HOUSE

Now in its 10th year, The Charlotte Museum of History’s award-winning Mad About Modern Home Tour raises awareness and appreciation of Charlotte’s historic built environment, and midcentury + modern architecture and design.


Here’s Where You Come In:

The Charlotte Museum of History is in search of homes and homeowners interested in being on this year’s tour with two different ways to participate in the experience.

Virtual Feature: your home will be in the digital guide only. Includes a photoshoot and video session – usually scheduled on the same day.

In-Person Feature: your home will be in the digital guide plus be open to visitors during the VIP in-person experience on September 25. Tickets will be limited based on current safety guidelines.


Why You Want to Participate:

Homeowners get complementary tickets to the tour and associated events.

Many owners find that a past tour feature is a great selling point when they decide to put their home on the market.

It’s a lot of fun! You’ll meet other homeowners and design enthusiasts as well as explore some of the best midcentury + modern homes and buildings in Charlotte.


Want to know more? Simply fill out this brief “get to know you” by clicking the button below and someone from the ModSquad planning committee will be in touch shortly. The ModSquad is excited to hear from you!

SAVE THE DATE: SEPTEMBER 23 at 6:00 P.M.