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Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Strolling the Streets of Downtown Gulfport, Mississippi





Eric & I drove into Gulfport to






We're early.  Let's take a walk and I'll take pictures of historic buildings.  

In 2007 I developed an interest in architecture while in Buffalo, New York for a Library Conference.  I often share photos of buildings in cities and towns Eric and I visit.




I love the cornice work & the
homage to Moorish Ogees 
decorating the second floor
windows.






Must investigate...





The Horne/Trustmark Building
has Art Deco features.



A "Ghost Sign," the faded
remnant of a bygone
 business ad.

Hewes Brothers
Clothing Shoes Hats






The Anderson Building
now houses law offices.















Eric stops in a shady
spot to check his
phone.
 



City Hall was built in
the 1840s.










Gulfport Art Galleria of
Fine Arts now occupies
the Carnegie Library.






Steel Industrialist Andrew Carnegie provided funding for public libraries across the country to provide resources for Americans educate themselves.






I like the tiled roof.




Early 20th century architectue
has lots of detail & looks
substantial.






This style of architecture stands in stark contrast with ethereal looking glass faced buildings in Dallas, Texas.





easy to find.

Albuquerque wasn't
as well advertised.









Gulf & Ship RR Offices




challenge we can not
refuse....









Roses Are Red
Our Burnt Ends Are
LIMITED
So Come Inside
Don't Be So
TIMID











 Bartending is the only accredited
 gaming & bartending school in
 the US.






Eric and I are thirsty after our walk.  Let's return to Chandeleur Island Brewing Company to sample their brews.

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