Kimra Traynor accepts the Town of Herndon Historic Structure Plaque #24 from Nancy Saunders, HHS President as Tim Bonnett and Scott Tilton look on. Photo by Mercia Hobson.
On Jan. 12, 2019, the Herndon Historical Society presented Town of Herndon Historic Structure Plaque #24 to Tim Bonnett and Kimra Traynor of 904 Elden Street, Herndon.
"It is a great honor to receive the Historic Homes Registry designation," said Melissa Tilton, Member at Large, Board of Directors and Former Committee Chair, Historic Homes Registry Herndon Historical Society.
"This designation can only be obtained by providing detailed documentation supporting a home's historic status. Once approved by the committee that reviews the applications, the plaque itself is largely subsidized by the Herndon Historical Society. Each plaque also comes with a lifetime membership to the organization," Tilton said.
Herndon Historical Society Plaque Program states, "The program is intended to increase public awareness of Herndon’s older homes and buildings and their contribution to the Town’s distinctive character and spirit. It is hoped that this increased awareness will help to preserve important structures, stimulate the rehabilitation of existing structures, and promote development that is harmonious with the unique character of the Town."
Both residential and commercial structures can be considered for a plaque if the original construction is at least 50 years, is in the Town of Herndon, the application is from the owner of the property and the exterior retains the spirit of its original design and satisfies the criteria of being compatible with the character of Herndon according to the Herndon Historical Society Plaque Program.
"The Historic Home plaque program is a voluntary program which homeowners can participate in if they would like to be on the Historic Homes registry," said Nancy Saunders, Herndon Historical Society President.
Bonnet said, "904 Elden Street is a one-of-a-kind home in the Heritage Preservation District, built by Earnest Robey in 1917. …We started on this journey in the summer of 2017, working with the Herndon Historical Society to ensure the home's history was completely and correctly documented. If it weren't for our friend Barbara Glakas's help, we would not be here today. …We are honored and proud to be part of the history of the Robey house and the wonderful town of Herndon."