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Dayton Vistas Podcast
by Andrew Walsh
A place-based podcast covering redevelopment, historic preservation, architecture, and urbanism in Dayton, Ohio. Librarian and local history author Andrew Walsh connects current projects in downtown and historic neighborhoods to the city’s deeper history, combining research, development news, and on-the-ground observation to add context that often gets lost in discussions about the city.
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Dayton Neighborhoods: History and New Projects in South Park, Wright-Dunbar, Midtown
In this episode, I explore several Dayton neighborhoods, including South Park, Wright-Dunbar, and Midtown near the former fairgrounds site. I cover new development projects alongside the history behind these areas, including a lost stretch of Brown Street connected to Martin Sheen’s childhood and how these neighborhoods have changed over time. Browse more neighborhood history: https://daytonvistas.com/dayton-vistas-articles/
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3 Dayton Buildings Lost in 2025 — and Why Historic Preservation Matters
3 very different buildings were demolished in Dayton in 2025, and I dig into their history and what they represented. I also address a broader question: why historic preservation matters in the first place, especially with more everyday buildings rather than famous landmarks. Links/images: https://daytonvistas.com/three-historic-buildings-lost-in-dayton-in-2025/
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5 Dayton Redevelopments to Watch in 2026: Downtown and Neighborhood Projects — and Why They Matter
In the 1st episode of the Dayton Vistas Podcast, librarian and local history author Andrew Walsh explores 5 redevelopment projects shaping Downtown Dayton and its historic neighborhoods, from the Dayton Arcade and Centre City Building to smaller-scale housing and preservation projects. Related articles: https://daytonvistas.com/5-dayton-redevelopment-projects-2026/
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A place-based podcast covering redevelopment, historic preservation, architecture, and urbanism in Dayton, Ohio. Librarian and local history author Andrew Walsh connects current projects in downtown and historic neighborhoods to the city’s deeper history, combining research, development news, and on-the-ground observation to add context that often gets lost in discussions about the city.
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