Category Archives: Diary

Durand-Hedden Lecture

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Steve Weintraub

I have the honor of being asked to give a talk on the life and work of James Betelle at the Durand-Hedden House and Garden Association, on April 29th, from 1-4 pm. All are welcome—and I promise to reveal stories, some … Continue reading →

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Before and McAfter

Posted on June 27, 2009 by Steve Weintraub

Guilbert & Betelle designed a number of banks for Newark in the early 1920s. They are frustratingly difficult to track down, because few reveal their addresses, or are probably drastically altered in appearance. Well this one, the United States Savings … Continue reading →

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A Mission in Montclair

Posted on May 18, 2009 by Steve Weintraub

“In Southern California, Arizona or New Mexico, where climactic conditions are suitable and the history of the place suggests it, a school of the Mission or Spanish style would be quite appropriate. This style of architecture with its white stucco … Continue reading →

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Two Streets and a School

Posted on August 20, 2008 by Steve Weintraub

Newark wears its history in plain sight. An astoundingly diverse collection of buildings, evocative street names and a rich narrative dating back over 300 years lay the city bare to those who even casually glance. James Betelle spent his 20 … Continue reading →

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Down Wilmington Way

Posted on May 27, 2008 by Steve Weintraub

In March, 2008, I took a three-day excursion to James Betelle’s hometown of Wilmington, Delaware. My plan was to visit a few research libraries, see significant locations, and, well, just get a sense of where Betelle came from. What follows … Continue reading →

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