Category: Quotes

“We regret much of what we’ve built; we regret much of what we’ve torn down. But we’ve never regretted preserving anything.” –Daniel Sack, board member of Campaign for Greater Buffalo… Read the rest

“I have an affection for a great city. I feel safe in the neighborhood of man, and enjoy the sweet security of the streets.” –Henry Wadsworth Longfellow… Read the rest

“Preservationists are the only people in the world invariably confirmed in their wisdom after the fact.” –John Kenneth Galbraith… Read the rest

“There is a widespread belief that Americans hate cities. I think it is probable that Americans hate city failure, but, from the evidence, we certainly do not hate successful and vital city areas.” –Jane Jacobs… Read the rest

“Cities need old buildings so badly it is probably impossible for vigorous streets and districts to grow without them.” –Jane Jacobs… Read the rest