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Save Harrison is an ongoing project documenting the efforts to preserve historic architecture and promote a sustainable city in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

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In 2023, the Cedar Rapids School Board decided to pursue demolition of the historic Harrison Elementary, despite its sound structural integrity and historical importance. This video was created to assist activists in the community collect signatures for a petition to hold a special election on the school bond issue.

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Harrison Elementary School, an example of impressive and historically significant architecture.

A plaque explaining some of the history of Harrison Elementary School, with the headline "History Happened Here!"

Nikki Halvorson, president of Save CR Heritage, gives a serious interview amongst salvaged artifacts.

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