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New York State Museum

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Board of Trustees of the Schuyler Mansion

 

 

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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, .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Committee on Geographic Names

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Heritage Areas System Bureau

 

 

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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; .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Heritage Areas System Bureau

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol

 

 

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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, .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol

 

 

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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..........

 

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New York State Archives

 

10

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New York (State). Temporary State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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University of the State of New York. Board of Regents

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Historic Preservation Field Services Bureau

 

 

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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..........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

 

 

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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..........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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New York (State). Natural Beauty Commission

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

 

 

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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 .........

 

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New York State Archives