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The Preservationists

Brought to you by the Lower Columbia Preservation Society and KMUN, The Preservationists features monthly interviews with students and professionals working to preserve historic locations in the Lower Columbia Pacific region. Hosted by Astronemis Ray. Find out more about the LCPS at lcpsociety.org KMUN is a community radio station, broadcasting from the studios of the Tillicum House in Astoria, Oregon. We serve the coastal communities of southwest Washington and northwest Oregon. Find out more at

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The Preservationists - April 15th, 2025

The Preservationists ·

2025/04/15

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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00:28:59

The Preservationists - March 18th, 2025

The Preservationists ·

2025/03/18

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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00:28:59

The Preservationists - March 18th, 2025

The Preservationists ·

2025/03/18

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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The Preservationists - February 18th, 2025

The Preservationists ·

2025/02/18

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

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The Preservationists - February 18th, 2025

The Preservationists ·

2025/02/18

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

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The Preservationists - January 21st, 2025

The Preservationists ·

2025/01/21

Join our host Astronemis Ray, as she speaks with dedicated volunteers of the Astoria Riverfront Trolley; Frank Kemp, Bob Kyle, and Bill Montero. Listen in as they share insights on how the Trolley is maintained. From the intricacies of the trolley’s interior and exterior, to the up keep of the tracks and engines. Tune in for all the behind-the-scenes stories that keeps this nostalgic transit system running, and the lasting impact it has on the community.

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The Preservationists - January 21st, 2025

The Preservationists ·

2025/01/21

Join our host Astronemis Ray, as she speaks with dedicated volunteers of the Astoria Riverfront Trolley; Frank Kemp, Bob Kyle, and Bill Montero. Listen in as they share insights on how the Trolley is maintained. From the intricacies of the trolley’s interior and exterior, to the up keep of the tracks and engines. Tune in for all the behind-the-scenes stories that keeps this nostalgic transit system running, and the lasting impact it has on the community.

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The Preservationists - December 17th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/12/17

Join Astronemis Ray, the President of the Lower Columbia Preservation Society and host of The Preservationists, as she speaks with Lauri Serafin about the fascinating history and ongoing restoration of the Forsstrom House. Listen in as Lauri shares about the Forsstrom Family and all the restoration work being done under Lauri’s dedicated care.

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The Preservationists - December 17th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/12/17

Join Astronemis Ray, the President of the Lower Columbia Preservation Society and host of The Preservationists, as she speaks with Lauri Serafin about the fascinating history and ongoing restoration of the Forsstrom House. Listen in as Lauri shares about the Forsstrom Family and all the restoration work being done under Lauri’s dedicated care.

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The Preservationists - November 19th, 2024

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2024/11/26

This month, Astronemis, speaks with Simo Ranta a local business owner of Simo Ranta Painting. Simo has worked on several fascinating projects in the community, including the carriage house next to the Flavel House, the Odd Fellows Building, and the Fort George Lovell Room. Listen in as he shares about his career in historic preservation painting, and what it takes to bring new life to old structures.

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The Preservationists - November 19th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/11/26

This month, Astronemis, speaks with Simo Ranta a local business owner of Simo Ranta Painting. Simo has worked on several fascinating projects in the community, including the carriage house next to the Flavel House, the Odd Fellows Building, and the Fort George Lovell Room. Listen in as he shares about his career in historic preservation painting, and what it takes to bring new life to old structures.

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The Preservationists - October 15th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/10/15

This month host, Astronemis Ray, interviews Abigail Mack the owner of the historic Doupe Building in downtown Ilwaco, WA located on 102 First Ave S. The Doupe Building has a very rich history in the community and is one of the beautiful historical buildings in Ilwaco. Listen in as Abagail talks about the ongoing preservation efforts that have been taking place at the Doupe Building.

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The Preservationists - October 15th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/10/15

This month host, Astronemis Ray, interviews Abigail Mack the owner of the historic Doupe Building in downtown Ilwaco, WA located on 102 First Ave S. The Doupe Building has a very rich history in the community and is one of the beautiful historical buildings in Ilwaco. Listen in as Abagail talks about the ongoing preservation efforts that have been taking place at the Doupe Building.

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The Preservationists - September 17th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/09/17

Astronemis talks with Quinn Haase of the Seaport Masonic Lodge No. 7. Exploring the roots of Freemasonry in the area, we discuss the ongoing efforts to restore the Masonic Temple and what it would take to bring the historic building back to life. What is the Masonic Temple used for? How does the Masonic Temple get it’s revenue? What’s the current state of the building? Find out in this episode of The Preservationists.

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The Preservationists - September 17th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/09/17

Astronemis talks with Quinn Haase of the Seaport Masonic Lodge No. 7. Exploring the roots of Freemasonry in the area, we discuss the ongoing efforts to restore the Masonic Temple and what it would take to bring the historic building back to life. What is the Masonic Temple used for? How does the Masonic Temple get it’s revenue? What’s the current state of the building? Find out in this episode of The Preservationists.

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The Preservationists August 20th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/08/20

In this episode of the Preservationists, Atronemis Ray interviews Charlene Larson, President of Partners for the PAC about the historic Charlene Larson Center for the Performing Arts. Hear all about the preservation and restoration efforts that have taken place, and that are planned to take place in the future.

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The Preservationists August 20th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/08/20

In this episode of the Preservationists, Atronemis Ray interviews Charlene Larson, President of Partners for the PAC about the historic Charlene Larson Center for the Performing Arts. Hear all about the preservation and restoration efforts that have taken place, and that are planned to take place in the future.

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The Preservationists - July 16th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/07/16

In this month’s episode we dive into the fascinating world of architectural salvage. This month our host Astronemis Ray is joined by the owner of Astoria Vintage Hardware, Becky Johnson. Join us as we discuss the unique stories of salvaged materials, how architectural salvage is a sustainable practice, and how antiques and architectural pieces retain their character and are built to last, adding timeless beauty and durability to modern spaces.

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The Preservationists - July 16th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/07/16

In this month’s episode we dive into the fascinating world of architectural salvage. This month our host Astronemis Ray is joined by the owner of Astoria Vintage Hardware, Becky Johnson. Join us as we discuss the unique stories of salvaged materials, how architectural salvage is a sustainable practice, and how antiques and architectural pieces retain their character and are built to last, adding timeless beauty and durability to modern spaces.

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The Preservationists - June 18th, 2024

The Preservationists ·

2024/06/18

Host Astronemis Ray talks with Mike Brosius the owner of the Gustavus Holmes mansion in Uppertown Astoria. Mike and his wife Laura recently completed a full restoration of their home. Listen in as Astronemis talks to Mike and Jo Lumpkin Brown who is retired set designer in the film industry who completed some of the restoration work on the home.

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