Homeowner Workshops 

In order to meet the need for information about the care and maintenance of historic properties, the Preservation Alliance offers an ongoing series of Homeowner Workshops in the spring and fall targeted to the owners, and aspiring owners, of older and historic homes.  A key educational and outreach component of the Preservation Alliance's Neighborhood Preservation Programs, the Homeowner Workshops have been very well received, with over 2,400 people having taken advantage of the free programs since they were introduced in the Fall of 2006.  Workshop attendees have the opportunity to learn from a broad variety of preservation professionals on a range of topics including: working with architects and contractors; roofing on historic buildings; historic windows; and masonry and pointing. The workshops include either visual presentations or hands-on demonstrations followed by a question-and-answer time. 

HOMEOWNER WORKSHOPS SET FOR APRIL AND MAY
The Preservation Alliance, in partnership with the Fairmount Park Historic Preservation Trust, is pleased to announce two upcoming series of workshops in April and May for the owners of historic homes. Attendees will have a great opportunity to learn about the best practices for the research, restoration and maintenance of historic homes.

Workshops are free and open to the public, but reservations are required.
Reservations: Contact Melissa Jest, Neighborhood Preservation Program Coordinator, 215-546-1146 x6 or melissa@preservationalliance.com.

The Homeowner Workshops are presented with generous support from
The National Trust for Historic Preservation

LECTURE WORKSHOPS IN WEST PHILADELPHIA

Location: The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Avenue  (Note: Workshops will take place in the Mansion)

Wood Windows: Maintenance and Replacement Options
Tuesday, April 16 6:30pm
     Presented and Sponsored by Danner Windows

Flat Roofs
Tuesday, April 23  6:30pm
     Presented by Nocella Roofing

Energy Efficiency in Older and Historic Houses
Tuesday, April 30  6:30pm
     Presented and Sponsored by Mark Group

Masonry and Pointing
Tuesday, May 7  6:30pm
    Presented and Sponsored by Limeworks US

 “HANDS ON” WORKSHOPS IN NORTHWEST PHILADELPHIA
Don’t miss this great opportunity to meet the conservation staff of the Fairmount Park Historic Preservation Trust  who will present these popular demonstration workshops!

Location: Thomas Mansion, 6245 Wissahickon Avenue  (Note: Driveway entrance is at the corner of Wissahickon Avenue and West Park Lane)

Masonry and Pointing
Wednesday, April 17  6:30pm

Paints and Finishes
Wednesday, April 24  6:30pm

Repairing Historic Windows
Wednesday, May 1  6:30pm

Maintaining Historic Porches
Wednesday, May 8  6:30pm
   
For more information: Contact Melissa Jest, 215.546.1146 x6 melissa@preservationalliance.com



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