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OUR SERVICES

Our diverse areas of expertise are designed to fit the changing needs of your project

At Bee's Knees, we believe that preserving heritage means more than just maintaining historic buildings—it's about safeguarding the stories, traditions, and cultural identities that shape communities. Our work embraces the importance of both tangible heritage, such as architectural landmarks, and intangible heritage, such as the customs, crafts, and oral histories that breathe life into our shared past.


We are deeply committed to championing the cultural heritage of underrepresented communities, ensuring that their stories and legacies are not only recognized but celebrated. Collaboration lies at the heart of our mission: we actively engage with the communities we aim to preserve, amplifying their voices and fostering meaningful partnerships. By working alongside community members, professionals, and stakeholders, we ensure that our efforts reflect diverse perspectives and shared goals.


Equally vital is our focus on community engagement as a tool for enhancing awareness and understanding of preservation practices. Through workshops, educational initiatives, and outreach programs, we empower individuals and communities to become active participants in preserving their heritage. We aim to inspire a shared sense of stewardship and cultivate deeper connections to the cultural landmarks that define us.


From architectural restoration to heritage education and advocacy, we strive to protect the vibrant tapestry of cultural identity for future generations. Whether you're looking to preserve a cherished family home, honor a historic neighborhood, or document community traditions, we bring expertise, passion, and an unwavering respect for heritage to every project.


Let’s work together to ensure that the past continues to inspire, empower, and connect us.

SERVICE TYPES

Consulting on Historic Preservation Needs
Free consultation to discuss the project on hand and the best way to move forward to achieving the desired end result.

 

Conditions Assessment

Full photo documentation of the existing condition of a specific landmark, building, or monument. Including the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of the issues discovered to provide documentation and understanding of the action needed to restore the building.
 

Preservation Plan

A plan based on the Conditions Assessment (included) of the building that determines the order the restoration should take to ensure preservation is done correctly and without back tracking. This plan also includes recommendations for how the work should be completed based on Secretary of the Interior Standards and National Parks Service Guidelines.

Cemetery Report

Full photo documentation of cemetery monuments. Including the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of the issues discovered to provide documentation and understanding of the action needed to restore and preserve the monuments. Report also includes a brief history of the cemetery and a legend of the legible monuments and their locations.

ASSESSMENT

GENEAOLOGY

Book

Your provided information will be digitally formatted to print. This book will be both easy to follow/referance and aestically pleasing. (Priced per 32 people)

Research

Collation of information and facts grown from provided information. Deliverable will come in the form of a bio of abbreviated facts. All facts found during research will be provided to the customer along with a simple pedigree for reference. (Priced per 32 people)

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Research + Book

All research will be combined into a geneaology book that will be digitally formatted to print. This book will include an index and breakdown of each member to make the information easy to locate. All reference material will be located in the back of the book. (Priced per 32 people)

Printing of books

Printed on hard cover books with different finish options. (Priced Based on page count and selected printing options)

Grant Research

After researching project specific grants I will provide you with a list of grants that will be most useful to your individual project.

Grant Reports

Complete a grand application and create a submittal for your specific project.

GRANT RESEARCH/REPORTS

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ARCHITECTURAL

Full Architectural Assessment

This package includes Architectural drawings of the existing conditions as well as proposed changes to the existing to bring back historical accuracy.

Architectural Documentation of Existing Conditions

Documentation of existing landmark, building or monument in the current condition.

  • Floor Plans: Up to 1,000SF                                                                    *Additional SF will be assessed and priced accordingly

  • Elevations: Up to 2-Stories                                                                  *Additional Stories will be assessed and priced accordingly

Designing Proposed Historically Accurate Plans:

Combination of Existing drawings and research on the area and architectural style to determine the appropriate aesthetic for the time the home was built.

  • Floor Plans: Up to 1,000SF                                                                    *Additional SF will be assessed and priced accordingly

  • Elevations: Up to 2-Stories                                                                  *Additional Stories will be assessed and priced accordingly

Interior Renderings

Photo realistic representation of the interior based on either the existing or proposed floor plans

Exterior Renderings

Photo realistic representation of the exterior based on either the existing or proposed elevations

HISTORY

Presentation of History

Compilation of documents provided by the client digitally formatted into a specific and aesthetically pleasing manner.

Summary

A brief report documenting the significance of a specific landmark, building or monument and why such a structure is important to the area.

Report

A formal report documenting the full documented history of a specific landmark, building or monument; along with the corresponding historical events in the area that may provide clues to the reason such a structure was significant to the area. This report will include all complete documented works leading to the composition of this report.

NATIONAL REGISTER FOR HISTORIC PLACES

National Register Consultation and Assistance

Provide advice and assistance in helping you submit a National Register Nomination.

National Register Documentation and Submittal

Provide a completed National Register Nomination form. This includes a formal copy submitted to the National Trust for Historic Preservation as well as a bound presentation copy for you to keep.

National Register Update Documentation and Submittal

Provide a completed National Register Nomination form. This includes a formal copy submitted to the National Trust for Historic Preservation as well as a bound presentation copy for you to keep.

Study List (as required by state SHPO)

Provide a completed Study List documentation. This includes a formal copy submitted to the CLG, as well as a bound presentation copy for you to keep.

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