national register of historic places

As a follow up to our 5th episode about the McGovney-Yunker Farm, I sat down to talk with Jennifer Medema, who happens to be my neighbor! Jennifer is responsible for getting the Farm listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which was a four year journey that resulted in National recognition of the significance of the farm.

Learn about what caused Jennifer to want to pursue the idea of getting the farm on the Register even when some told her it couldn't be done! Jennifer and her family live in one of Mokena's oldest homes that still has view of the farm so it's not hard to imagine why this property holds such a place in her heart.

To Read The Application Submitted Click HERE

The audio is not the greatest in this episode so we apologize, but we thought the conversation meant more than the quality of the recording. 

Thank you all for continuing to listen and we hope you enjoy this conversation with Jennifer Medema!

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Photo & Artwork Credit: Jennifer Medema & Leslie V. Moore Jr.

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The Historic McGovney-Yunker Farm is the only property in Mokena that is on the National Register of Historic Places. In this episode we discuss how this farm came to be and why it and its inhabitants are still so important to us today.

Matt has again crafted the McGovney-Yunker Farm story in a way that brings to life this farm that has made up a significant part of our Village landscape since the mid 1800's. You can read that story HERE and see some great pictures!

Also, you can read and view the application that was submitted by Jennifer Medema that resulted in the property being listed on the National Register of Historic Places by clicking HERE.   Both links are also included below.

We hope you enjoy this episode on The McGovney-Yunker Farm!

https://oldmokena.blogspot.com/2021/03/where-cattle-crossed-history-of.html

https://catalog.archives.gov/id/28894303

Be sure to check out our website @ www.MokenasFrontPorch.com

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Find Matt's Blog here: Matt's Old Mokena
Photo & Artwork Credit: Jennifer Medema & Leslie V. Moore Jr.

Do you have a question, comment or maybe an idea for an episode, you can email us at:
Podcast@MokenasFrontPorch.com

Local Shows We Recommend:

The South Side Pod
https://www.southsidepod.com

If you have a local Podcast you would like us to include, send us an email! We would love to share your show!

In this episode, we explore the history, and the importance of preserving the iconic home of the state of Montana, the Moss Mansion.

This home, one of a kind, was Designed by New York architect Henry Janeway Hardenbergh, designer of the original Waldorf Astoria and Plaza Hotels, the mansion showcases inspired architecture, unrivaled craftsmanship and exquisite décor. The mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has graced the silver screen on several occasions as the perfect site for period films such as Son of the Morning Star and Return to Lonesome Dove.

 www.mossmansion.com

http://www.yourlotandparcel.com

Discussing the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, National Register of Historic Places, National Landmarks, and how to assess cemeteries in light of all of these.

Resources:

National Register Bulletin 41