title: Larry Giles
text: # Larry Giles
  
  Larry Giles (November 1, 1947 - June 12, 2021) was an American historical preservationist and pioneering architectural salvager who founded the National Building Arts Center. He was also an important figure in the operations of the early community radio station, KDNA, a predecessor to KDHX.
  
  ## Death
  
  Giles died of complications due to leukemia on June 12, 2021.
  
  