Episodios

  • The Preservationists - September 16th, 2025

    The Preservationists - September 16th, 2025
    Sep 16 2025
    This month, we’re taking you inside one of the the Astoria Armory which has been everything from a roller rink to a community gathering space. Now, thanks to local vision and determination, it’s being revitalized as a vibrant hub for events, culture, and connection. Join host Astronemis Ray and guest Susan Hobson the president of the Astoria Armory Board as they dive into the Armory’s past, present, and future. Explore what it means when a community comes together to preserve not just a building, but a sense of place.
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    29 m
  • The Preservationists - August 19th, 2025

    The Preservationists - August 19th, 2025
    Aug 19 2025
    Join host Astronemis Ray, as she talks with Pam Hollen and Ruth Benner of the Flavel House Garden Society. Pam and Ruth share insights into their volunteer work with the Clatsop County Master Gardeners program, the day to day garden work, the unique aspects of the garden and how they continuously do their best to honor the vision of the Flavel Family. Tune in and hear about what it takes to maintain a historical garden space.
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    29 m
  • The Preservationists - July 15th, 2025

    The Preservationists - July 15th, 2025
    Jul 15 2025
    The Early Years of the Astoria Regatta: 1894–1916 In this episode host, Astronemis Ray, chats with fellow LCPS Board member Lauri Serafin; who’s been diving deep into the Astoria Regatta’s roots(1894-1916). Together, they explore what those first celebrations looked like: steamboat races on the Columbia, elaborate parades, the crowning of early Regatta Queens, and how the festival brought together communities. Lauri also shares insight into Alli Forrstrom, one of the Regatta’s most iconic figures.
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    29 m
  • The Preservationists - June 17th, 2025

    The Preservationists - June 17th, 2025
    Jun 17 2025
    What does it take to preserve a hundred years of history, one stone at a time? Join host Astronemis Ray as she talks with Barry Brown, a master stone mason working in the old world tradition. From working on local restoration projects to leading and teaching stone masonry workshops, Barry shares what it means to keep the past standing tall through craftsmanship and community.
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    29 m
  • The Preservationists - May 20th, 2025

    The Preservationists - May 20th, 2025
    May 20 2025
    Join host Astronemis Ray as we explore the glowing history of Astoria, where vintage neon signs light up the past. We’ll dive into collector Jeff Daly’s lifelong passion for historic signage and the hidden gems he has displayed inside the Astoria Armory. Whether you’re a history buff or just love small-town charm, this episode shines a bright light on the soul of Astoria.
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    29 m
  • The Preservationists - April 15th, 2025

    The Preservationists - April 15th, 2025
    Apr 15 2025
    Join host Astronemis Ray as she speaks with Sara Meyer of “Sara’s Old Photos” as they talk about the importance of preserving the past through photographs. Sara shares insights into her photo collections and how it all began. Listen in as we explore how documenting the past through images helps preserve identity, culture, and untold stories that might otherwise fade away.
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    29 m
  • The Preservationists - March 18th, 2025

    The Preservationists - March 18th, 2025
    Mar 18 2025
    Join our host, Astronemis Ray, in this thought-provoking episode of The Preservationists. Listen in as we talk with local philosophers Seth Tichenor and Gad Perez-Tichenor as we explore deeper philosophical questions around historic preservation. Listen in as we unfold what it means to preserve a piece of the past.
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    29 m
  • The Preservationists - February 18th, 2025

    The Preservationists - February 18th, 2025
    Feb 18 2025
    Join our host Astronemis as she speaks with Danielle Keperling, who has worked full time in historic preservation since 2001 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. She works with her husband, Jonathan, at Keperling Preservation Services restoring 18th, 19th, and 20th century buildings for public and private clients, including the National Parks Service and Smithsonian Institute. Join us as we explore all the projects Danielle has worked on in her career including serving as the Executive Director of the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County, co-authoring two books and even more!
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    29 m