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About My house History
Do you know the story of your house? Who’s lived there in ages past and what happened between those walls? My House History will tell that story in a beautifully designed, personalized product detailing the history of your house.
Full of rich images and meticulously researched, these special keepsakes make the perfect coffee table display or unique gift for the home enthusiast in your life. For real estate professionals, give your listing that extra edge and stand out among potential buyers.
Customized products are available for all styles and ages of homes in Kansas City and across the country.
The signature 10 x 13 hardcover book uses a custom template to present information chronologically from predevelopment to current day as the complete story of your house unfolds through historic photographs and original documents.
Text and captions provide background and context for even the most discerning history buff. Find out about past residents and their ages and occupations, construction details, architectural style, renovations and additions, neighborhood history and much more.
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Books and PRODUCTS
Signature 10 x 13 Hardcover book
$900 - $1,500
The complete story of your house, including land ownership, neighborhood history, past residents, architectural style, construction details and significant events in a full color, hardcover book with dust-jacket. Up to 100 pages.
A zip file of all research, documentation and original images can be provided upon request. Additional book copies can be ordered at cost to print plus a small fee.
10 x 13 HARDCOVER BOOK
$500-$700
Notable highlights and a summary of your house history unfolds chronologically through images and captions. Pictures will include maps, newspaper clippings, historical records and other documents as available. Full color, hardcover book with dust-jacket; 25- 40 pages.
Client Gift/Real estate listing
$375
This two page leatherette portfolio includes a house history summary and several historic images. Three options for cover text to suit the style of the house or recipient. Perfect for display at an open house or as a gift for a special client. Summary and research can be provided for use in other real estate marketing materials.
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Framed Historic House Picture
Starting at $150
Available for most Kansas City, Missouri homes. If you live outside of Kansas City and/or a historic house photo cannot be located, I’d be happy to propose several options for a unique and artistic wall hanging. Please inquire about sizes and frame options.
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by the hour research AND Book LAYOUT
Please inquire about rates for personalized research on a topic, building, or area of interest. Or, if you would like material already in your possession compiled, designed and printed as a hard cover book.
Gift Certificates
Offered in any amount; can be used on all services from hourly research to the signature hardcover book.
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Gallery
Client Gift/Real Estate
Client Gift/Real Estate
Framed Historic House Photo
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TESTIMONIALS
My husband and I purchased a home in the historic Sunset Hill neighborhood several years ago. We were selected for the Symphony Showhouse and through that experience came to realize how special these homes are. Meeting Amanda was the best thing that could have happened to us. She was so knowledgeable and professional in helping us research the amazing history of not only our home but the entire area. She was very gracious and wanted our input along the way. We were fascinated by what she was able to find. The beautifully and creatively designed book is something our family will cherish for many generations. I would highly recommend her!!!!
-Susan Summerlin
Amanda did an awesome job finding tidbits about our house that could have been lost to time. It's a great book that will survive forever with the house. The layout of the book is great. She was super easy to work with and very accommodating. All older houses in KC should have this done!
-Jason and Tennille Adkins
I felt immersed in each decade of our homes past - the families and their stories was fascinating. Amanda’s attention to detail put our house in context with the neighborhood. She painted a picture with photos and narrative that really brought our century old house to life.
-Pete Browne
My husband LOVES his book!I Thank you for helping him relive his childhood.
-Cathy Schmeltz
Amanda has been professional, courteous, knowledgeable and helpful with every aspect of gathering and researching the history of our home for our customized home book. We were impressed with the quality, craftsmanship and professionalism of Amanda’s work. We are extremely pleased and satisfied with the design and thoroughness. Thank you Amanda!
-James Turner
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CONTACT Amanda
Amanda Crawley, a Kansas City native, received her bachelor's degree from Wake Forest University majoring in studio art and minoring in art history. She has a master's degree in historic preservation from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation. After returning to Kansas City in 2008, she worked for several years in preservation consulting and from 2011 - 2016 was executive director of the Historic Kansas City Foundation. She is currently a board member of the Wornall Majors House Museums. She has extensive experience in building research and is thrilled to be using her skills as a house historian to work directly with Kansas City area residents and homeowners from across the United States.
amanda@myhousehistorybook.com
913-558-4628
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Project MapS
There is no place like home! A selection of Kansas City area projects:
My House History has completed projects spanning the Unites States, from a mid-century modern home in Laurel Canyon, to a pre-Civil War farmstead in Maine, to a Greenwich Village townhouse in New York City. Every year My House History expands to serve more clients across the country. We love learning about communities far and wide!
