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Discovering the History of Your House and Your Neighborhood by Betsy J. Green is a history book available to read on EtoBox.
What is Discovering the History of Your House and Your Neighborhood about?
Every home has a story to tell! Whether you own an elaborate Victorian, cozy bungalow or cottage, ranch style, or are part of a newer subdivision, your house and property have a unique history that is just waiting to be uncovered.Part treasure hunt and part jigsaw puzzle, researching the history of your house is a fascinating and rewarding experience. In Discovering the History of Your House and Your Neighborhood, author Betsy J. Green will show you how easy it is to create a cherished legacy for future generations to enjoy. You'll learn about:Beginning your searchFinding and contacting former owners of your houseDiscovering the architect who designed your houseFinding the original plans for your houseRe-creating long-lost woodwork, porches, even historic landscapingLocating building permits for your houseFinding the original price of your houseResearching subdivisions and neighborhoodsFinding deeds for your house and landGetting information from a deedFinding old photos of your house and neighborhoodUsing old maps to learn about your neighborhoodDiscovering your house on a postcardUsing vintage architectural magazinesWriting up your house historyIncludes a state-by-state guide to
Who reads Discovering the History of Your House and Your Neighborhood?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Betsy J. Green
- Publisher
- Santa Monica, CA: Santa Monica Press
- Published
- 2002
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781891661242
- Category
- history
- Subjects
- Fiction, Architecture, History
- Rating
- 3.67 / 5 (12 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14