Historic Preservation Commission Recognizes Award Winners
The City of Hendersonville’s Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) recognized three outstanding award winners during the City Council meeting on May 28, 2025. The awards celebrate individuals and organizations who demonstrate a deep commitment to preserving Hendersonville’s historic character through restoration, conservation, and community engagement.
2025 Hendersonville Preservation Commission Award Winners
- Preservation Award (Residential) – Fullbright House (Fuller House)
Homeowners Shawn and Evie Fuller received the residential award for their exceptional stewardship of the Fullbright House, also known as the Fuller House. Since moving into the home in 2016, the Fullers have beautifully preserved the outside and improved the landscaping while doing interior renovations to the bathroom and living space in 2022 and following Hurricane Helene. Beyond their preservation efforts, the Fullers have contributed significantly to the Hyman Heights neighborhood. Evie created a neighborhood chat used to coordinate support for neighbors and organizes a weekend brunch gathering for the neighborhood every 6-8 weeks which draws 30-40 people to build neighborhood connections. Shawn was instrumental in raising money to help restore trees on the greenway after storm damage. Their contributions exemplify the spirit of preservation and community building.
- Preservation Award (Commercial) – King and Allen Building (Andrew Riddle and Riddle Development)
Andrew Riddle and Riddle Development were honored for the restoration of the King and Allen Building. The project demonstrated a deep respect for the buildings' historical features and contributed significantly to the vibrancy of downtown Hendersonville. Restoration efforts included opening the original windows facing Allen Street and refurbishing the terrazzo floors in the two retail spaces facing Allen. The team utilized exposed brick on interior walls, and the original staircase was retained with its original finish and handrail. The former boiler room was creatively reclaimed and transformed into office space, while a space known as ‘History Hall’ was created to celebrate the building’s past. A new exterior mural was installed to add to the cultural vitality of downtown. In recognition of these efforts, the King and Allen Building received the BOMA (Building Owners and Managers Association) Award for Historical Adaptive Reuse in the Southeast in 2022.
- Cultural Heritage Award - Crystal Cauley
The Cultural Heritage Award honors exceptional individuals, organizations, and projects that celebrate the rich tapestry of Hendersonville history and cultural history. The award was established to posthumously honor Crystal Cauley, a Historic Preservation Commissioner and community leader who was passionate about telling the history of all communities in the City of Hendersonville.
“She was passionate about what she did but was also so kind and generous of both her talents and her time, and we were honored to have her on the board for the period of time that we did,” said Cheryl Jones, Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission.
During the City Council meeting, HPC members also presented the board’s annual report and highlighted upcoming activities.