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Presenter Handouts

Dena Sanford - Historic Paint Colors

Daniel Lawse - Energy Efficiency and Comfort in Older Homes

Tim Hemsath - Greening an Historic Property

  • Regreen Guidelines
    The American Society of Interior Designers’ Foundation and the U.S. Green Building Council have partnered on the development of best practice guidelines and targeted educational resources for sustainable residential improvement projects. This program will increase understanding of sustainable renovation project practices and benefits among homeowners, residents, design professionals, product suppliers and service providers to build both demand and industry capacity.

Jennifer K Honebrink, Landmarks Inc.

  • Finding Information on Buildings and Places Compiled by Elizabeth Douthitt Byrne, February, 2004; revised, Feb. 2006
  • Guide to Local Sources Researching the History of Your Property
  • Jennifer's Additional tips:
    • Keep a research journal so you can remember what you already searched, and what you searched for.
    • Always read the bibliography and footnotes for further sources of information.
    • Always ask the librarian or research specialist for additional sources and ideas of where to search for information.
    • Switch tracks if you get stuck – information from the physical analysis will provide clues about the social and cultural events surrounding your building, and vice versa.
    • Create a timeline to put it all into perspective.
    • Show off your hard work and share it with others.

Exhibitor Directory

The businesses and organizations listed below are the reason Restore Omaha is possible. Please support them throughout the year and thank them for supporting Restore Omaha.

2006 Conference, Exhibition & Tour

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Opening Reception

Friday, November 3, 2006

Joslyn Castle – 3902 Davenport St.

Meet the speakers and exhibitors while viewing one of Omaha's architectural gems.

Conference

Saturday, November 4, 2006

University of Nebraska at Omaha
Milo Bail Student Center at 62nd and Dodge Streets

2008 Conference & Exhibition

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Opening Reception

Friday, February 29

Prouty Place Dos 4825 S. 25th St.

Come enjoy a sneak peak of the remodeling of a multi-use residential / commercial facility in the heart of South Omaha while meeting with our exhibitors and speakers.

Restore Omaha Conference

Saturday, March 1

Metropolitan Community College
South Omaha Campus
27th & Q Streets

8:00–9:00 a.m. Registration

9:00–10:00 a.m. Keynote address

"Protecting America’s Historic Neighborhoods"

Jim Lindberg

How are America’s communities protecting and preserving historic neighborhoods? Join Jim Lindberg as he shares his perspective on how Omaha fits into the national preservation scene. Jim is the Director of Preservation Initiatives at the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

10:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m. Exhibit areas and bookstore open

10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Breakout sessions, demonstrations and Ask an Expert

South Omaha Neighborhood Tours

Sunday, March 2

Tours of historic structures in South Omaha arranged by Landmarks, Inc.

Download Conference Schedule [PDF]

Conference Exhibitors

  • Accurate Floors
  • AIA Omaha
  • A.J. Moellenbeck Builders / Lancaster Conservatories
  • Bemis Park Neighborhood Association
  • Building Restoration Corporation
  • CBSHome Real Estate
  • City of Omaha Planning Department
  • City Sprouts and Orchard Hill Neighborhood Association
  • City Weekly
  • Dundee Memorial Park Neighborhood Association
  • Friends of Joslyn Castle
  • Gifford Park Neighborhood Association
  • Habitat for Humanity / Omaha ReStore
  • Hanscom Park Neighborhood Association
  • Harman Appliance Sales Inc.
  • Landmarks, Inc.
  • Marvin Windows and Doors / Chicago Lumber Company
  • Metropolitan Community College
  • Miller Park and Minne Lusa Neighborhood Association
  • National Trust for Historic Preservation
  • Nebraska State Historical Society
  • Neighborhood Center of Greater Omaha
  • Omaha Healthy Kids Alliance
  • Omaha Public Power District
  • Rybin Plumbing & Heating Co.
  • South Omaha Neighborhood Alliance
  • The Bookworm
  • Todd Rose Decorative Concrete
  • University of Nebraska Omaha
  • Flatwater Chapter, U.S. Green Building Council and Green Omaha
  • Wells Fargo

    • Restore Omaha Conference Donors *

    1. B.G. Peterson Co.
    2. Critter Control of Omaha
    3. Destination Midtown
    4. First National Bank of Omaha
    5. Gavin Historical Bricks
    6. J. Robert Perrin Architect
    7. Nebraska Concrete Masonry Association
    8. Omaha Main Streets

    *Exhibitors and donors committed as of January 1

    Donations

    Restore Omaha is a grassroots effort. Your extra donation to help defray the conference cost and offer ongoing workshops throughout the year is greatly appreciated.