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St. Peter's Episcopal Church, also known as St. Peter's Church, is located in downtown Albany, New York, United States. It was designed in the mid-19th century by Richard Upjohn and his son Richard M. Upjohn in the French Gothic Revival architectural style.It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, and designated a National Historic Landmark eight years later. It is also a contributing property to the Downtown Albany Historic District.
The Rijksmuseum Research Library in Amsterdam is an essential resource for scholars, researchers, and art enthusiasts. It is one of the most significant art libraries in the Netherlands and offers a vast collection of books, periodicals, catalogs, and other materials related to art and art history.
Key features of the Rijksmuseum Research Library:
Extensive Collection: The library holds an extensive collection of over 200,000 books, manuscripts, and documents related to art, history, and cultural heritage. The focus is primarily on Dutch art from the Middle Ages to the present day.
Specialized Subjects: The library's collection covers a wide range of subjects, including painting, sculpture, decorative arts, photography, fashion, and more. It is an invaluable resource for researchers studying Dutch art and its global influence.
Accessibility: While the library primarily serves researchers and staff of the Rijksmuseum, it is also open to the public upon appointment. Visitors can access the library's materials on-site for study and research purposes.
Digital Resources: The Rijksmuseum Research Library offers access to various digital resources, including online catalogs, databases, and digital archives, making it easier for researchers to explore the collection remotely.
Expert Staff: The library has knowledgeable and experienced staff members who can assist researchers in finding relevant materials and provide guidance on using the resources effectively.
Collaborations: The library actively collaborates with other research institutions and libraries, both nationally and internationally, to promote scholarly exchange and contribute to academic discussions in the field of art history.
The thinnest yellow light of November is more warming and exhilarating than any wine they tell of. The mite which November contributes becomes equal in value to the bounty of July.
-- Henry David Thoreau
I haven't been in here much because I've been wallowing in self pity. I was just diagnosed with cancer and it's located in my neck. The doctor is pretty sure it's curable and he has a 5 year plan. In the mean time lots can happen. I'll probably lose about 30 lbs, could lose most of my teeth and could lose the ability to talk. I'll be starting radiation and chemo later this month. It still hasn't completely sunk in and I'm still having trouble talking about it. I'll still be looking at your work but I just may not be contributing as much
Die Kampenwand ist ein 1669 m ü. NHN hoher Berggipfel in den Chiemgauer Alpen. Sein Gipfelkreuz ist das größte in den Bayerischen Alpen und weithin sichtbar. Der Name leitet sich von ihrem Aussehen ab: Der gezackte Gipfelgrat erinnert an den Kamm auf dem Kopf eines Hahnes.
Zum hohen Bekanntheitsgrad der Kampenwand trägt außerdem ein berühmter bairischer Schüttelreim bei:
„I gangat gern auf d’Kampenwand, wann i mit meiner Wamp’n kannt’.“
Für die Norddeutschen flickr Freunde übersetzt:
„Ich ginge gerne auf die Kampenwand, wenn ich mit meinem dicken Bauch es könnte.“
The Kampenwand is a 1669 m above sea level mountain peak in the Chiemgau Alps. Its summit cross is the largest in the Bavarian Alps and is visible from afar. The name is derived from its appearance: The jagged summit ridge is reminiscent of the crest on the head of a rooster.
A famous Bavarian shaking rhyme also contributes to the high degree of fame of the Kampenwand:
"I gangat gern auf d'Kampenwand, wann i mit meiner Wamp'n kannt'."
Translated for the North German flickr friends:
"I'd like to go on the Kampenwand, if I could with my fat belly."
Texture created with Distressed FX Plus, Procreate and iColorama
My Tree Peony must be at least 30 yrs old and has become quite sparse, but still produces magnificent blooms each Spring. She may be aged, but she still contributes to the garden's beauty.
Welcome to all and thank you for your kind comments!
Green is the colour of life, reflected in nature as a sign of renewal. The quiet atmosphere, beautiful scenery, good smells and fresh, clean air in forests all contribute to the healing of our nature and of course, ourselves.
Hope you have a chance to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city or even a break from your busy life!
Have a fantastic Sunday!
Like the scouts in the USA The Bharat Scouts and Guides contribute to the education of young people. Their motto is: BE PREPARED which means you are always in a state of readiness in mind and body to do your DUTY. Here they were prepared to ham for the camera!
What a treat it was to find this beautiful 1957 Chevy convertible parked in front of one of the historic Henry Gruene Family Home, now the Gruene Mansion Inn. The Eastlake Victorian-style mansion that was constructed in 1878. It is a contributing property within the Gruene Historic District listed in the NRHP.
Situated on the Guadalupe River in the fast-growing community of New Braunfels, Gruene (a German surname, pronounced "Green") is a former German town in Comal County. Once a significant cotton-producing community along the Guadalupe River, the town has now shifted its economy to one supported primarily by tourism. Today Gruene is a district within the city limits of New Braunfels, and much of the former town was listed in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1975. Gruene is known for its German-Texan heritage and architecture.
New Braunfels is the seat of Comal County and has a 2020 census population of 90,403. A suburb just north of San Antonio, and part of the Greater San Antonio metropolitan area, New Braunfels was the third-fastest-growing city in the United States from 2010-2020.
Saharan dust events contribute to the aerosol load over Switzerland, mostly during spring and autumn. As a result of strong winds and major turbulence, sand particles from the North African desert region regularly rise up several kilometres into the atmosphere. The largest particles quickly fall back to the ground, but the smaller ones can be transported all the way to the Swiss Alps.
www.meteoswiss.admin.ch/home/climate/the-climate-of-switz...
Rice terraces, a couple working together.
"Agriculture is our wisest pursuit because it will, in the end, contribute most to real wealth, good morals & happiness." "The farmer has to be an optimist or he wouldn't still be a farmer." "A good farmer is nothing more nor less than a handyman with a sense of humus."
Brenda Schoepp
"My grandfather used to say that once in your life you need a doctor, a lawyer, a policeman, and a preacher. But every day, three times a day, you need a farmer."
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Thierry Djallo.
Vienna May 2023
Carriage rides in Vienna are a popular but expensive tourist attraction, which I have not tried out. However, they contribute to the glamorous atmosphere reminiscent of the old imperial times and it is impossible to imagine the city without them.
Canadian contributes Banff National Park and Jasper National Park to the world but keeps Kananaskis park for us. Kananaskis park is a provincial park, not as famous as Banff and Jasper NPs. But there is comparable Rocky Mountains and lakes. I enjoyed the most while driving along the peaceful and quiet road. Sunset time, the sun kissed the top of the Mountains, went down quickly behind the mountains.
Canon EOS R5, EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
ISO100, f/9, 31mm, 1/30s
Another image from a rare foray out these past few weeks. This was taken in Bolehill Wood below Millstone Edge in Derbyshire - part of the National Trust's Longshaw Estate. The combination of time of year and plenty of recent rain had contributed to a relative abundance of Fly Agarics at different stages in their development. Unfortunately this one had lost most of its white 'spots' in the recemt downpours.
Well friends, I will be going North for a few months and will have limited contact. But every once in awhile I will check in and catch up with you.
I enjoy all of your photos and hope to contribute a few of my own over the next bit of time. I have a late August rendezvous with a Total Solar Eclipse in Idaho and then some travel through Glacier National Park.
Coldplay - The Scientist:
The Vossloh G 6 is a three-axle diesel hydraulic shunting locomotive from the manufacturer Vossloh, which has been built since 2008. Assigned series in the German Vehicle Settings Register are 98 80 0279 and 98 80 0650.
The design of the G 6 series is designed for maneuvering. With a selection of additional equipment, the locomotives can be adapted to specific operating conditions.
The locomotive frame of the G 6 is already prepared for various equipment variants. The superstructures are divided into individually removable sections, which contributes to ease of maintenance. They were further developed from those of the previous types, the cab is completely new developed.
The use of engines from three different manufacturers is envisaged. In addition to the variant as a maneuvering locomotive with a maximum speed of 35 km/h, a variant with a maximum speed of up to 80 km/h is also offered.
The power transmits a turbo transmission of the type L3r4zeU2 from Voith.
The gearsets are disc-braked. Cooling and exhaust systems are prepared for future emission regulations and can be equipped, for example, with particulate filters.
A visit to Stonehenge, the magnificent 5000 year old prehistoric stone circle near Amesbury in Wiltshire, England. The day seemed perfect for a visit to this place with strong clouds overhead and a weather mood one would ask for to frame the dramatic ensemble from the distant past.
Sorry my friends that I have not been around lately but I needed a break. I hope to contribute more frequently again soon.
First of all, apologies for not having been around. I’ve been following his example of staring into the distance and striving for a complete state of comatose oblivion. And obviously, this worked rather well for me and him. Even though I recently picked up the camera again, did not really find anything worthwhile to record. My lack of motivation was and is a contributing factor.
Merry Christmas to all of you and having the best of intentions to post some more. Same as last year, I still dislike Christmas songs intensely, so I am using this one as an alternate.
A view looking southwest from the intersection of E. Main and N. Walnut in downtown Champaign. On the corner is the First National Bank Building, a contributing building in the Champaign Downtown Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.
The First National Bank, located at 30 E Main Street, is based on a Greek Revival form and features beautiful Corinthian columns and pilasters. Chicago architects, Mundie and Jensen, constructed the building in 1909. The stone-faced historic bank was one of the first steel-constructed buildings in Champaign.
The exterior of the original building has excellent architectural integrity. Interior changes occurred during the middle of the twentieth century in an attempt to modernize. There is an addition to the west and to the south. Both were constructed in 1966, and are non-contributing to the historic district. The First National Bank Building is now the location of a PNC Bank branch office.
Located in Champaign County in east central Illinois, the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana are the home of the University of Illinois. The population of the City of Champaign at the 2020 census was 88,302, while Champaign County had a population of 205,865.
Source: National Register of Historic Places Registration Form, Champaign Downtown Historic District
We revisited our summer holiday space on the Lofoten from 3 years ago when we first visited the archipelago. Arriving there today with everything closed down and not a single soul in sight was such a special moment. The weather contributed with some fog and especially moody light and the result was a kind of zen landscape that touched our hearts and memories.
A view of the former Illinois Central Passenger Station in Champaign. The Beaux-Arts style station was completed in 1924, and remained in use until 1999, when the new Illinois Terminal intermodal passenger station opened.
The former ICCR Passenger Station is a contributing property in the Champaign Downtown Commercial District listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2020. Today the building is known as "The Station," and has been repurposed as a shopping and dining mall.
Located in Champaign County in east central Illinois, the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana are the home of the University of Illinois. The population of the City of Champaign at the 2020 census was 88,302, while Champaign County had a population of 205,865.
Over 20 different model and year, cars and trucks contributed parts to this radical mid-engine truck. A GMC tailgate, 1954 Ford rear fenders mounted backwards, 1958 Cadillac tail lights, 427 Chevy engine, 1952 Ford cab and a Divco milk truck grill. Seen at the Asphalt Angels Car Show in Doswell, Virginia
The New York Court of Appeals Building, officially referred to as Court of Appeals Hall, is located at the corner of Eagle and Pine streets in central Albany, New York, United States. It is a stone Greek Revival building designed in the mid-19th century by Henry Rector. In 1971 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, one of six buildings housing a state's highest court currently so recognized.[note 1] Seven years later it was included as a contributing property when the Lafayette Park Historic District was listed on the Register.
At the time it was built it was known simply as the State Hall
It has been forever since I contributed to fence Friday. Thought I end my hiatus :)
This flaring light was the last time I've seen the refreshing sunshine. It's been dull and grey ever since, minus the snow and lots of rain which is no fun in winter. I hope this trend changes very soon in Toronto because it is very unlike January here.
~ HFF :D
(*oh wait, it's snowing now Yay!!)
Built by Charles Holz in 1899, this two-part commercial block is a contributing structure to the Galena Historic District which encompasses 85 percent of the City of Galena and includes more than 800 properties. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, with modifications in 2013.
A cafe and lounge known as Otto's Place now occupies the building, which sits on Bouthillier St. from the former Illinois Central Depot and the foot of Depot Park.
Galena is the seat of Jo Daviess County in the northwest corner of Illinois. This is the unglaciated area of northwestern Illinois. The rolling hills, history and abundant 19th century architecture draws visitors from throughout the country. The estimated population of Galena in 2019 was 3,158.
A view of the Italianate Galena Water Works Building. Constructed in 1886, the building is now the Galena's Visitors Center.
The Water Works Building is a contributing structure to the Galena Historic District which encompasses 85 percent of the City of Galena and includes more than 800 properties. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, with modifications in 2013.
Galena is the seat of Jo Daviess County in the northwest corner of Illinois. This is the unglaciated area of northwestern Illinois. The rolling hills, history and abundant 19th century architecture draws visitors from throughout the country. The estimated population of Galena in 2019 was 3,158.
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A view of the south side of the 100 block of W. Main looking east from Race St. The Tudor Revival style Bennett Building described in my previous post is seen on the corner. In addition to the Bennett Building, two other buildings in this block are contributing to the Downtown Urbana Historic District listed in 2019 on the National Register of Historic Places. These are the buildings at 133 W. Main (next to the Bennett Building) and 115 W. Main (four story building further down the block).
133 W. Main: Constructed in 1890, historically this building was a confectionary. Wood cladding now covers the first floor store front area. The building is mixed use with commercial space on the 1st floor and residential space on the 2nd floor.
115 W. Main: Completed in 1870, this building was originally an opera hall known as Tierman's Hall. In 1914, architect Joseph W. Royer did a complete terra cotta facade renovation of the building as part of its conversion to a temple for the Urbana Masonic Lodge. The first floor is now a restaurant known as Crane Alley, with office space on the second through fourth floors.
The buildings in this block all lie within Downtown Urbana Historic District and the Joseph W. Royer Arts and Architecture District. Seen in the next block is the tower of the beautiful Champaign County Courthouse, also designed by Royer and completed in 1901.
Urbana is the seat of Champaign County. Located in east central Illinois, the twin cities of Urbana and Champaign are the home of the University of Illinois. The population of Champaign County at the 2020 census was 205,865.
A view of two beautiful, late-nineteenth century Italianate buildings in the 400 block of Pulaski St, catty-corner from the Logan County Courthouse in downtown Lincoln. Both buildings lie within the Lincoln Courthouse Square Historic District that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
The corner building at 429 Pulaski St. was constructed around 1885 and is a contributing building in the district. The two-part commercial building next to it at 425-427 Pulaski St. dates to 1890. With its cast iron front, second story windows with decorative hood molds and a heavy, metal cornice, the structure is identified as a significant building in the district.
Lincoln is the seat of Logan County, which is situated in central Illinois approximately 26 miles northeast of Springfield, the state capitol. The estimated population of Lincoln in 2018 was 13,685.
Situated on the Guadalupe River in the quickly-growing community of New Braunfels, Gruene (a German surname, (pronounced "Green") is a former German town in Comal County. Once a significant cotton-producing community along the Guadalupe River, the town has now shifted its economy to one supported primarily by tourism. Today Gruene is a district within the city limits of New Braunfels, and much of the former town was listed in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1975. Gruene is known for its German-Texan heritage and architecture.
My post yesterday looked at the Henry Gruene Family Home, which now is a B&B known as the Gruene Mansion Inn. Today's post focuses on Henry Gruene's mercantile business, the H. D. Gruene General Store, which was erected in 1903 as a place where tenant farmers could buy their wares and do business. Henry Gruene passed in 1920, but the business continued for a few more years until the boll weevil infestation of all U.S. cotton-growing areas in the 1920s sent Gruene on the road toward becoming a virtual ghost town.
Gruene resurgence as a tourist destination began in the 1970s and, in 1986, the Gruene General Store reopened as the Gruene Antique Company. The H. D. Gruene building is a contributing property in the Gruene Historic District on the NRHP.
New Braunfels is the seat of Comal County and has a 2020 census-population of 90,403. A suburb just north of San Antonio, and part of the Greater San Antonio metropolitan area, New Braunfels was the third-fastest-growing city in the United States from 2010-2020.
A view looking south on N. Walnut in downtown Champaign. Ahead on the southwest corner of N. Walnut and E. Main St. is the First National Bank Building, a contributing building in the Champaign Downtown Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.
The First National Bank, located at 30 E Main Street, is based on a Greek Revival form and features beautiful Corinthian columns and pilasters. Chicago architects, Mundie and Jensen, constructed the building in 1909. The stone-faced historic bank was one of the first steel-constructed buildings in Champaign.
The exterior of the original building has excellent architectural integrity. Interior changes occurred during the middle of the twentieth century in an attempt to modernize. There is an addition to the west and to the south. Both were constructed in 1966, and are non-contributing to the historic district. The First National Bank Building is now the location of a PNC Bank branch office.
Located in Champaign County in east central Illinois, the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana are the home of the University of Illinois. The population of the City of Champaign at the 2020 census was 88,302, while Champaign County had a population of 205,865.
Source: National Register of Historic Places Registration Form, Champaign Downtown Historic District
Eugene Savage - dome mural depiciting The Romance of the Skies
The New York Court of Appeals Building, officially referred to as Court of Appeals Hall, is located at the corner of Eagle and Pine streets in central Albany, New York, United States. It is a stone Greek Revival building designed in the mid-19th century by Henry Rector. In 1971 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, one of six buildings housing a state's highest court currently so recognized.[note 1] Seven years later it was included as a contributing property when the Lafayette Park Historic District was listed on the Register.
At the time it was built it was known simply as the State Hall
A view of the 200 block of S. Sangamon Street as seen from Pulaski St. on an overcast autumn day in late 2020. Remove the automobiles from this photo and one might easily imagine this photo having been taken decades earlier. This part of Sangamon St. is on the western edge of the Lincoln Courthouse Square Historic District that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
The three buildings shown here were all built between the 1890s and 1920s. The buildings on the right and left are contributing properties in the historic district, while the Italianate style Richarts Building (center) is a significant property.
Lincoln is the seat of Logan County, which is situated in central Illinois approximately 26 miles northeast of Springfield, the state capitol. The estimated population of Lincoln in 2018 was 13,685.
Alligator flags flanked both sides of the boardwalk in a floodplain area of the cypress swamp. Along this section there were pickerel weeds in bloom which were found by butterflies contributing to the health and growth of the environment.
Oh boy, this cool rapping dude, could certainly light up anyone's fire, with his cool song called: My Gasoline is on fire!
Simmer Down is one of the largest and most diverse festivals in Birmingham. Situated in the beautiful surroundings of Handsworth Park, it is a free family fun-day festival, which celebrates Birmingham’s rich cultural diversity by paying tribute to the centrality of reggae and other musical genres that have contributed to Birmingham as an international city of culture.
Cheers and many thanks for your comments and compliments from you here, my cool flickr friends !!!
A view of the 400 block of S. Main St. in Galena where we find ourselves treated to a faded hand-painted advertising sign for Coca-Cola on the north wall of Mahony & Curley building (c. 1857) on the right, and the ghostly roofline of a building that once stood next door to the Peck Warehouse (c. 1845) across the street.
The ghost Coca-Cola sign dates to 1904 as that was the year "Delicious and Refreshing" was Coke's slogan.
Both the Mahony & Curley Building and the Peck Warehouse contributing properties in the Galena Historic District which encompasses 85 percent of the City of Galena and includes more than 800 properties. The Galena Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, with modifications in 2013.
Galena is the seat of Jo Daviess County in the northwest corner of Illinois. This is the unglaciated area of northwestern Illinois. The rolling hills, history and abundant 19th century architecture draws visitors from throughout the country. The estimated population of Galena in 2019 was 3,158.
A view of the east side of the 100 block on N. Kickapoo St. in downtown Lincoln as seen from Broadway St. The properties in this view lie within the Lincoln Courthouse Square Historic District that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
The three buildings in this view are early 20th century commercial designs constructed in the 1910s. On the corner of N. Kickapoo and Broadway St. is the former Lincoln Savings & Building Association Building completed in 1914. The center building appears to be commercial-use only while the building on the end was designed with commercial space on the ground floor and apartments above. All three buildings are contributing properties in the historic district.
Lincoln is the seat of Logan County, which is situated in central Illinois approximately 26 miles northeast of Springfield, the state capitol. The estimated population of Lincoln in 2018 was 13,685.
Across from Depot Park on Park Avenue, and just one block north of the Jones House/Belvedere Mansion on the same street, is the Beebe House. This Italianate design was constructed in 1869, with modifications made in 1892-94. The Beebe House is a contributing structure in the Galena Historic District which encompasses 85 percent of the City of Galena and includes more than 800 properties. The Galena Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, with modifications in 2013.
Galena is the seat of Jo Daviess County in the northwest corner of Illinois. This is the unglaciated area of northwestern Illinois. The rolling hills, history and abundant 19th century architecture draws visitors from throughout the country. The estimated population of Galena in 2019 was 3,158.
Photographer: Cindy Starostin
I finally posted this.
Miss you <3
Grab hold of your besties!
Whether you're in the mood for romantic frills or modern chic we've got your skin covered...well almost! :P
Thank you to my good friend and photographer Cindy Starostin for contributing to this post X.
See below for styling credits. Blog links on my profile in-world.
Cindy Wears:
Head ~ CATWA– Catya Head
Lingerie Set ~ /erratic/ - Lily Lingerie Set [Ivory]
Body ~ Maitraya Lara
Pose ~ Photographer's Own
Charlotte Wears:
Head ~CATWA – Annie Head
Lingerie Set ~Cynful - Juliet's Lingerie [Pack 2]
Body ~ Maitraya Lara
Pose ~ Photographer's Own
I asked Tofu to contribute to Tongue Tuesday and that's what he did. You can hardly show more tongue in a photo than he does here. .:) HTT !
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, also known as St. Peter's Church, is located in downtown Albany, New York, United States. It was designed in the mid-19th century by Richard Upjohn and his son Richard M. Upjohn in the French Gothic Revival architectural style.It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, and designated a National Historic Landmark eight years later. It is also a contributing property to the Downtown Albany Historic District.
This Romanesque-style building was Winchester’s public elementary school from 1901 through 1958. Located on the first lot of the original town, platted in 1830, the building fell into disrepair before being purchased in 2004. It has since undergone a total restoration and has now been repurposed as a county museum.
The Old School Museum displays artifacts related to local history, agriculture, transportation, communication and public education. There is a great collection of interesting and unique items gathered from the businesses and society of early Scott County.
During the restoration, careful attention was paid to historic detail. Indeed, the school building itself serves as a tribute to the building trades and craftsmanship of a bygone era.
Winchester's former elementary school is a contributing property within the Winchester Historic District listed in 1979 on the National Register of Historic Places. The district includes 438 buildings, of which 273 are contributing.
Winchester is the seat of Scott County. Located in West Central Illinois, the city is part of the Jacksonville Micropolitan Statistical Area. The estimated population of Winchester in 2019 was 1,467.
This view shows the north side of the 300 block of E. State St. looking east (right) from N. East Street (cross street). On the northeast corner of the intersection is the American Bankers Building, once the home of a large insurance company that occupied 32,000 sq. ft. on the first and second floors.
Constructed in 1920 in the Neoclassical style, the American Bankers Building is a contributing property in the Jacksonville Downtown Historic District listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It is now occupied by Hamilton's Catering Service where the second floor has been converted into a 16,000 square foot meeting and banquet facility. The Jacksonville Convention & Visitors Bureau office is on the first floor, along with a bridal shop and professional offices. The other buildings in the 300 block of E. State St. will be looked at more closely in an upcoming post.
Located in West Central Illinois, thirty-five miles west of the State Capitol in Springfield, Jacksonville is the seat of Morgan County. The population of the city at the 2020 census was 18,267.
It was interesting watching a flock of well over a hundred of these redpolls foraging on the field weeds, then suddenly swirling into the air and seconds later returning to almost the same spot. Possibly the heavy winds of 40 to 60 km per hour contributed to this behaviour.
Thank you for viewing, always appreciated.
Next Question will be" Where have all the butterflies gone?"
There has been an estimated 96% loss of the common blue butterfly population, which could be due to habitat loss: 46% of the total land area it occupies has been lost since 1901. Host plant decline has also contributed to the loss the butterfly population. The host plant Lotus corniculatus (bird's-foot trefoil) that provided habitat for a number of different butterflies has lost 46% of the total area This host plant is a favored plant for two reasons: it provides adult nutrition, as well as food for the larvae after it hatches
North Side Of Square Looking North, Jacksonville, Illinois
A different view of the north side of the Jacksonville Square. In this photo, we are looking north at the buildings that occupy the east half of North Central Park Plaza, along with the Illinois Theatre on the northeast corner of square. The square and surrounding buildings form the heart of the Jacksonville Downtown Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 2018.
Between N. Main St. (far left) and N. Mauvaisterre St. (left of the Illinois Theatre) are four buildings that were constructed between 1885 and 1910. All are contributing properties in the historic district. On the day I took this photo, classic cars packed the square for the annual Downtown Plaza Car Show held in Jacksonville each June.
From left to right, the four buildings are:
Andre & Andre, 46 North Central Park Plaza.
Completed in 1910, the architectural style is Early 20th-Century Commercial. Andre & Andre was once one of Jacksonville's largest retailers. According to the Jacksonville Journal-Courier, the company "sold everything from baby carriages to bird cages and living room suites to lawn swings." In 1936, Andre & Andre decided to downsize and leased their building to Sears who operated from this location for many years. Today the building houses the local offices of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
Schmalz & Son Bakery, 52 North Central Park Plaza. Completed in 1885, the architectural style is Romanesque Revival.
E. S. Van Anglan & Co., 54 North Central Park Plaza. Completed in 1885, the architectural style is Italianate. However, the only remaining original features on the façade are two circular arched hood molds at the upper level.
Phelps & Osborne Dry Goods, 56 North Central Park Plaza. Completed in 1885, the architectural style was originally Italianate. The entire upper facade has been replaced with new brick.
The Art-Deco style Illinois Theatre can be seen in this view showing the northeast corner of E. Court St. and N. Mauvaisterre St. (North Central Park Plaza becomes E. Courthouse St. east of N. Mauvaisterre St., and East Central Park Plaza becomes N. Mauvaisterre St. north of North Central Park Plaza.) The Illinois Theatre was constructed in 1939 and expanded in 2008, and will be discussed later in a separate post.
Located in West Central Illinois, thirty-five miles west of the State Capitol in Springfield, Jacksonville is the seat of Morgan County. The population of the city at the 2020 census was 18,267.
Faculty of Science, David de Wied building, Utrecht University (2006-2011)
Herman Hertzberger, Laurens Jan ten Kate, Harm Freymuth, Jutta Groosman, Francine van Loon, Heleen Reedijk, Steven Reisinger
The new Faculty of Science is located as a freestanding building on a prominent site of the Utrecht University campus. Approximately half of the building contains laboratories and the rest provides education and work space on various and open floors, grouped around the central hall. This atrium-like space is directed to the outside in a covered outdoor area with an open classroom, where there is an opportunity of open air events. The 'oval' freestanding building, as an island on this area, is on the border between the inside and outside and provides all opportunities for meetings, which all contribute to social cohesion.
www.ahh.nl/index.php/en/projects2/9-onderwijs/24-faculty-...
This beautiful Italianate style mansion was built in 1856 for Augustus Estey (1811-1882), who made a fortune as a lead smelter and later became the president of Merchants National Bank in Galena. Before departing to become the 18th President of the United States, Ulysses S. Grant, a close personal friend of Mr. Estey, gave his farewell speech to the people of Galena from the balcony of this house. Today the property is a bed and breakfast known as the Victorian Mansion Inn.
The Estey House is a contributing structure in the Galena Historic District which encompasses 85 percent of the City of Galena and includes more than 800 properties. The Galena Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, with modifications in 2013.
Galena is the seat of Jo Daviess County in the northwest corner of Illinois. This is the unglaciated area of northwestern Illinois. The rolling hills, history and abundant 19th century architecture draws visitors from throughout the country. The estimated population of Galena in 2019 was 3,158.
There are so many factors that contribute to the colors of the sunset over the ocean. My preference is the ones that are softer, in more pastel shades. This moment was captured seconds after the sun no longer was visible using a long exposure with movement. The flocks of birds are a common sight at this glorious hour. It's as if they were gone for the day and now at sunset know it's time to head home. I never tire of this experience, and it's the perfect ending to any day.