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May is National Historic Preservation Month 

 
 
 
         
  Preservation Month  

Preservation Month
May 1-30
National


Communities from coast to coast are filled with unexplored historic treasures—and May’s the month to celebrate them. Reach out to a growing audience of neighbors, tourists, students and preservationists by promoting historic places in your community, and encourage newcomers to learn more about your local preservation programs. To learn more…
   

 
         
  Built Out of a Box: Mail Order Homes in Park Ridge  

Built Out of a Box: Mail Order Homes in Park Ridge
Wednesday May 1-Sunday, June 2
Park Ridge, Illinois


A new exhibit at Iannelli Studios Heritage Center opens with a presentation on Sears and other catalogue houses by Park Ridge researcher Annie Eriksson. Followed by a tea reception, the afternoon will also include a housewalk featuring a select number of mail-order homes from 2 to 5 p.m. A limited number of tickets for the talk, exhibit, reception and tour are available for $15 donation at kalofoundation.org.
 

 
         
   

Wheaton Celebrates Preservation Month
Friday, May 10-Monday, May 20
Wheaton, Illinois


Among the events are a “Behind the Scenes” Tour of the Wheaton Grand Theater and an “All About Architecture” tour for children. To learn more…
 

 
         
  Up From Bedrock: Restoring the Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Museum, Post 20  

Up From Bedrock: Restoring the Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Museum, Post 20
Friday, May 17 – Ongoing
Aurora, Illinois


Between 2007 and 2012, the City of Aurora completed phases one and two of the exterior restoration and phase one of the interior restoration of this beloved local landmark. This exhibit documents this process through photographs and text. The May 17th opening reception will include the Mayor’s Awards for Historic Preservation to local property owners. To learn more…
   

 
         
   

The Paramount
Friday, May 17
Chicago, Illinois


A documentary film that explores the value of culturally significant heritage buildings that are nearing extinction in every North American city will have its American debut screening at St. Augustine College, Essanay Centers for Early Film and Cultural Performance in Chicago’s historic uptown. Preview the trailer. To learn more…

 

 

 
         
  Wright Plus Architectural Housewalk  

Wright Plus Architectural Housewalk
Saturday, May 18
Oak Park, Illinois


Enjoy rare interior tours of private homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and his contemporaries. To learn more…

 

Photo: Harry S. Adams House (1913), Frank Lloyd Wright’s final Oak Park commission. Credit: Courtesy Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust. Photographer: James Caulfield

 

 
         
  Tour Columbus Park  

Tour Columbus Park
Saturday, May 18
Chicago, Illinois


Join Friends of the Parks for a walking tour of the historic Columbus Park located at 500 S. Central Ave. To learn more…
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
         
  Vintage Window Repair  

Vintage Window Repair
Saturday, May 18
Chicago, Illinois

 

Your vintage home is beautiful but those drafty, hard to open windows are making your home uncomfortable. Is it time to repair or replace? The answer may surprise you. Join master carpenters Tim Heppner and Mark Willie for a free workshop on the repair and maintenance of vintage wood windows. The workshop will address basic window construction, common deterioration problems, simple repairs and preventative maintenance, and when to call in the professionals. Neighborhood Housing Services’ Chicago Vintage Home Series. To learn more…

 

 
         
   

Lecture-Workshop Series
Sunday, May 19
Sunday, June 16
Sunday, July 21
Chicago, Illinois


The Hyde Park Historical Society is presenting four free lecture-workshops on historic home maintenance. Topics include: windows, doors, masonry, roofs and historic landscape design. To learn more…
 

 
         
  The Role of Contemporary Architecture  

The Role of Contemporary Architecture in
the Historic Environment
Tuesday, May 21
Los Angeles, California


This one-day public symposium will explore the role of contemporary architecture in the historic urban environment. A group of international architects and urban planners—including Richard Meier, Denise Scott Brown, Thomas H. Beeby, and Richard Rogers—will present their own work, illustrating a range of approaches to this challenge. The symposium will conclude with an evening panel discussion moderated by architectural critic Paul Goldberger. Presented by The Getty Conservation Institute. To learn more…

 

Photo: Kunsthaus Graz (2003), in the historic center of Graz, Austria. Credit: iStockphoto

 

 
         
   

Historic Building Rehabs: Opportunities, Challenges, and Lessons Learned
Wednesday, May 22
Chicago, Illinois


Learn from a panel of experts that have recently re-developed historic properties including the Wrigley Building and Sullivan Center. They will discuss various components of these deals, including:
entitlements/predevelopment, construction, financing, and leasing. They will discuss lessons learned from each of these developments and highlight both the opportunities and the challenges of historic building rehabs. Presented by the Urban Land Institute. To learn more…
 

 
         
  Your Green & Healthy Vintage Home  

Your Green & Healthy Vintage Home
Wednesday, May 22
Wednesday, June 5
Chicago, Illinois

 

Join Eya Louis of Louis Stewart Enterprises LLC to learn about practical, affordable strategies for making bungalows, greystones, and other older homes safer, more energy efficient, healthier, and comfortable. A key goal of this program is to demonstrate how thoughtful improvements can enhance the performance of vintage homes, while also preserving the materials and architectural detailing that make them unique. Neighborhood Housing Services’ Chicago Vintage Home Series. To learn more…

 

 
         
    A Night with Wright and Ware
Thursday, May 23
Oak Park, Illinois


The Historical Society of Oak Park and River Forest is hosting an exclusive evening wine reception and tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s National Historic Landmark Heurtley House in Oak Park. Nationally renowned artist and Oak Park resident Chris Ware, who has created a unique graphic poster of the Heurtley House as a benefit for the Historical Society, will attend in this private home to sign his posters and share some insights about his work. To learn more…
  
 
         
  Vintage Masonry Repair  

Vintage Masonry Repair
Tuesday, May 28
Chicago, Illinois


From greystones to bungalows, Chicago neighborhoods are defined by brick and stone buildings. However, many homeowners are uncertain of how to best maintain and repair their vintage homes. Presented by Mario Machnicki of Marion Restoration, this workshop will cover: common masonry deterioration problems, identifying priority repairs, best practices for cleaning and repointing, and establishing a scope of work for rehab projects. Neighborhood Housing Services’ Chicago Vintage Home Series. To learn more…

 

 
         
   

The Era of the Prefabricated House:
Postwar Housing in the USA
Wednesday, May 29
Elgin, Illinois


By the end of the Second World War, housing production in the USA had metamorphosed from individuals building a single home for their families to developers purchasing tracts of land and putting up large numbers of prefabricated homes. Sunset Park in Elgin and Meadowdale in Carpentersville were the first such developments locally. Architectural Historian, Rebecca Hunter, will take a look at some companies that produced these homes, and investigate some of the common construction methodologies. To learn more…
 

 
         
  Annual Stupey Cabin Picnic & Fundraiser  

Annual Stupey Cabin Picnic & Fundraiser
Saturday, June 1
Highland Park, Illinois


Civil War re-enactors will encamp on the lawn in front of the Francis Stupey Cabin located in Laurel Park, on St. Johns Avenue between the Highland Park Library and City Hall. The Stupey Cabin was built in 1847 by Francis Stupey, one of the original pioneering families of Highland Park. It is the oldest standing structure in Highland Park. To learn more…
 

 
         
   

Historic Tax Incentives for Rehabbing Historic Buildings
Thursday, June 6
Decatur, Illinois


Is your historic commercial building located in a National Register Historic District? Planning any rehab or major maintenance projects on your historic home this spring?
Don’t miss the chance to save money with historic tax incentives. The presentation is hosted by the city of Decatur and presented by Carol Dyson, Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. Free and open to the public. To learn more…

 

 
         
  Tour the Mansions of Historic Prairie Avenue  

Tour the Mansions of Historic Prairie Avenue
Sunday June 9
Chicago, Illinois

 

This very special tour, the annual benefit for Glessner House Museum, presents attendees with the rare opportunity to visit the interiors of several historic homes along Prairie Avenue. Visitors will be treated to a breath-taking array of beautifully carved wood moldings, leaded glass windows, and fireplaces in elaborate tile, mosaic, and marble. A reception and silent auction at the Glessner House Museum coach house. To learn more…

 

 
         
  Vernacular Architecture Forum  

Vernacular Architecture Forum
The Ebb and Flow of Religion and Economy in Gaspe Cultural Landscapes
Tuesday, June 11-Saturday, 15
Gaspé-Percé, Québec, Canada


Spend at least two days touring the area to learn first-hand about its architectural and landscape heritage. On Saturday, a juried paper session provides attendees a forum to share their scholarship and field work. In addition, workshops, board and committee meetings, special events, and excursions create an enjoyable and memorable event. To learn more…
 

 
         
  Kitchen & Bath Rehab 101  

Kitchen & Bath Rehab 101
Wednesday, June 12
Chicago, Illinois

 

From greystones to bungalows, Chicago’s vintage homes are defined by their beauty, durability, and craftsmanship. However, many homeowners have questions about how to best update their kitchens and baths to meet their current needs. Presented by members of the Chicago chapter of the American Institute of Architects, this workshop will cover common kitchen and bath problems, planning affordable improvements, and maximizing the health, safety, and energy efficiency benefits of your rehab project. After the presentation, participate in a free 15 minute “Ask an Architect” session regarding your kitchen and bath projects. Bring plans, drawings, ideas, or any other pertinent about your home so the architects can assist you in the best possible way. Neighborhood Housing Services’ Chicago Vintage Home Series. To learn more…

 

 
         
  Spirits of the Past: Forest Hill Cemetery Walk  

Spirits of the Past: Forest Hill Cemetery Walk
Sunday, June 23
Glen Ellyn, Illinois


Glen Ellyn was known as Danby when its men marched off with the Illinois 8th Cavalry and life for everyone changed. Listen to the stories of patriotism, sadness and laughter; life and death; fortitude and weakness. The description of experiences provides a unique look at how the Civil War impacted the area today that is known as Glen Ellyn. To learn more…
 

 
         
   

Campout in the Courtyard at Glessner House Museum
Friday, June 28, July 19, and August 9
Chicago, Illinois


The great outdoors are right here in the heart of the Prairie District at the Glessner House Museum Courtyard. Bring your tent and/or sleeping bag and spend a night under the stars with your friends playing games, making s'mores, and watching a movie. No worries about rain, we'll just move our festivities into the Coach House. Space is limited. Co-sponsored by the Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance and the Glessner House Museum. To learn more…
 

 
         
  Help Build a LEGO City  

Help Build a LEGO City
Saturday, July 13
Chicago, Illinois


Join IIT's Mies van der Rohe Society in building a city of LEGOs. They’ll provide the building blocks; you provide the imagination. To learn more…
 

 
         
  Drawing the Future: Chicago Architecture on the International Stage, 1900–1925  

Drawing the Future: Chicago Architecture on the International Stage, 1900–1925
Present-Sunday, August 11
Evanston, Illinois


The exhibit explores the dialogue between Chicago-based architects Frank Lloyd Wright, Walter Burley Griffin, Marion Mahony Griffin and their European counterparts through more than 50 drawings, large-scale architectural renderings, plans, sketches and rare books. Presented by Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art. To learn more…

 

 

 
         
  Modernism's Messengers:  

Modernism's Messengers:
The Art of Alfonso and Margaret Iannelli
Present-Tuesday, August 27
Chicago, Illinois


Best remembered today for Alfonso's collaboration with Frank Lloyd Wright on Midway Gardens, the Iannelli's actually had over half a century of making interesting art. To learn more, click here and here.
 

 

 

 
         
  Decorative Arts at the World’s Fairs 1851-1939  

Decorative Arts at the World’s Fairs 1851-1939
Thursday, September 19
Chicago, Illinois

 

This lecture discusses the decorative arts of the world’s fairs between London’s Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations in 1851 and the New York World’s Fair in 1939. Nickerson Lecture Series at the Driehaus Museum. To learn more…
 

 
         
  Window Restoration & Weatherization Boot Camp  

Window Restoration & Weatherization Boot Camp
Friday, September 20-Sunday, September 22
Hannibal, Missouri


A fun and intense, three-day, hands-on learning experience. Students will learn cost-effective restoration & weatherization of original, double-hung, wood windows. You will be part of a team restoring original 163-year old windows in a brick, Greek Revival slave house circa 1850. This is a tuition-based class with a limit of 10 students. You will be working side-by-side all three days with instructor Bob Yapp. To learn more…
 

 
         
  APT Conference  

APT Conference
Preserving the Metropolis
Friday, October 11-Wednesday, 16
New York, New York

 

Both expanding and shrinking cities present new challenges that require preservationists to think broadly and collaboratively, themes that will be highlighted. To learn more…

 

 
         
  FLWright Building Conservancy Conference  

FLWright Building Conservancy Conference
Wednesday, October 16-Sunday, October 20
Grand Rapids, Michigan


With one of the highest concentrations of Frank Lloyd Wright Houses outside of Chicago, Southwest Michigan offers a chance to tour many private Wright spaces not often open to the public. To learn more…
 

 
         
  The House Twain and Tiffany Built  

The House Twain and Tiffany Built
Thursday, October 17
Chicago, Illinois


Join the Mark Twain House & Museum’s chief curator, Patti Philippon, in this lecture dedicated to the Louis C. Tiffany & Co., Associated Artists-designed interiors in the celebrated author’s Hartford home. Nickerson Lecture Series at the Driehaus Museum. To learn more…
 

 
         
  Annual Conference National Trust for Historic Presservation  

Annual Conference National Trust for
Historic Preservation
Tuesday, October 29-Saturday, November 2
Indianapolis, Indiana


Educational and networking event for historic preservation professionals, volunteer leaders, and advocates. Expert practitioners lead approximately 100 educational and field sessions, all designed to provide tools that participants can use to improve their own communities. To learn more…
  

 

 
         
  AIA Illinois Annual Conference  

AIA Illinois Annual Conference
Thursday, November 7 - Saturday, November 9
Peoria, Illinois


The annual gathering of the state’s architects to network and learn together. More details coming.
 

 
         
  Greenbuild  

Greenbuild
Wednesday, November 20-Friday, 22
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


Greenbuild features three days of inspiring speakers, invaluable networking opportunities, industry showcases, LEED workshops and tours of the host city's green buildings. To learn more…
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
         
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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