Patricia Gay, executive director of the Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans is this year’s keynote speaker. Gay is passionately committed to preservation working since 1974 to convince developers, politicians and the general public that urban revitalization and preservation of historic architecture and neighborhoods is crucial to the health and welfare of the Big Easy.
In addition, attendees can select from 16 sessions to attend. Topics include updating electrical systems, historic hardware, restoring brick, making older homes more energy efficient, National Register nominations, chimney repair, neighborhood conservation overlays, Midcentury Modern architecture and case studies on the restoration of the Joel Cornish house at 10th and William streets, a Gifford Park home and a home in Red Oak, Iowa.
The 2012 Restore Omaha conference opens Friday night with a reception and tour of the rehabilitated apartment buildings on Park Avenue.
On Saturday the day will include an opening session on the 20-year restoration of the Joel N. Cornish house at 10th and Williams streets, three break-out sessions, a keynote address, plus morning and afternoon breaks, live demonstrations by local craftsmen along with a Restoration Jam! at the end of the day to allow opportunities to network and to gather ideas and solutions from other restoration-minded property owners and from the 35 businesses and organizations exhibiting at the event.
Registration is currently closed.
Cost to attend the 2012 conference is $40. Admission includes the keynote lecture, three educational sessions, lunch, demonstrations and the Restoration Jam! reception. The Friday night reception and tour is an additional $20 and includes complimentary food and drink. Save $10 by registering before February 20.
To register, click here. For questions call Barb Naughtin at 402-334-0269 or e-mail info@restoreomaha.org.