Networks
Networks are an important element in developing professional connections, education, and communities. This is a directory of networks related to the historic trades.
Connect with Professionals
This page hosts a roster of professional networks related to the historic building trades.
Do you know a network that should be added or a network that is no longer active? Submit an entry! This helps us keep the database an up-to-date and relevant resource. As available, please include the name of the organization, contact information, website and social media, membership type, activities and publications, and trade skills practiced.
The Black Cemetery Network
Biography
Mission
The Black Cemetery Network [BCN] was founded in response to the national call to action to raise awareness about the issue of erasure and silencing of black cemeteries throughout the U.S. These cemeteries contain stories about people, place, and families which are often missing from the larger public narrative. Our network connects living records of forgotten histories through research, advocacy, and collaboration. BCN is a collaboration between black cemetery site advocates from across the country ready to connect with you, your community, or organization.
Membership
To be eligible for a BCN membership, applicants must be actively involved with a black cemetery site or sacred space that has been successfully registered to the BCN Virtual Archive.
Activities
Events, cemetery research, archives, advocacy
Publications
BCN Blog, Newsletter
Trade Skills
Cemetery preservation and restoration
The Canadian Association of Women in Construction
Biography
Mission
CAWIC is a not-for-profit organization formed to enhance the success of women in the Canadian construction industry. To facilitate the success of women in the Canadian construction industry by uniting our voices, knowledge and resources through the passion of our members and the women we inspire.
Membership
Open to individuals, organizations, and businesses.
Activities
Events, mentorship, networking
Trade Skills
All
The Dry Stone Conservancy
Biography
Mission
The Dry Stone Conservancy is a 501(c)3 whose mission is to preserve historic drystone structures, to advance the craft of drystone masonry, and to create opportunities for training and make available expertise nationwide.
Membership
Non-membership based
Activities
Hosts workshops and offers certification tests
Trade Skills
Dry Stone Masonry
The National Association of Women in Construction
Biography
Mission
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) has over 115 chapters throughout the United States that provide its members with opportunities for professional development, education, networking, leadership training, public service and more. NAWIC continues the vision of its founding members by advocating for the value and impact of women builders, professionals and tradeswomen in all aspects of the construction industry.
Membership
Open to individuals, students, and businesses.
Activities
Career Center, Annual Conference, Networking
Publications
NAWIC Today Magazine, The Connection Newsletter, NAWIC Blog, NAWIC Podcast
Trade Skills
All
The Society for the Preservation of Old Mills
Biography
The Society for the Preservation of Old Mills is an international organization which is dedicated by its constitution to:
“promote interest in old mills and other Americana now quickly passing from the present scene. It reports to its members through a quarterly magazine, “Old Mill News” or OMN. This society will help in any way it can in the preservation or rebuilding of such structures. It also will honor those individuals whose works and ideas made these mill possible. It will report to the membership, and to the public, through a periodical with pictures and comments. It will keep files and maintain a library on mills and related subjects and will try to keep abreast of changes and happening. It will act as a clearing house on this mill information among all those interested. It will sponsor meetings and correspondence among its members and friends.”
The Society, also known as SPOOM, was chartered in Maine as a non-profit organization in 1972. Its members include mill owners, old mill buffs, museum curators, conservators, writers, teachers, artists, photographers, equipment supply firms, and institutions such as libraries.
Membership is open to any individual who shares the interests and purposes of SPOOM. The Society shares common interests with the International Molinological Society (TIMS) which is a world-wide organization of around 500 members from more than 35 countries and five continents.
The Stone Foundation
Biography
Website
https://www.stonefoundation.org/
Mission
TO HONOR stone, stonework, and stone art
TO CELEBRATE stone and the skilled and creative use of stone;
TO PRESERVE and PERPETUATE the time-honored craft of stonework, particularly structural stonework;
TO ENCOURAGE and INFORM a resurgence of interest in it through publications, workshops, seminars, symposia, etcetera;
TO RESEARCH and REPORT upon the history and culture of stonework;
TO EXPLORE and EXPAND the potential for principled applications in contemporary structures;
TO CULTIVATE an international community of stonemasons;
TO BE A RESOURCE and TO ENABLE information and experience to be shared;
TO EDUCATE stonemasons, professional and amateur, architects, contractors and the general public regarding sound practices and acceptable standards of workmanship.
Membership
Open to individuals and professionals
Activities
Hosts an Annual STONE SYMPOSIUM and regional workshops.
Publications
STONEXUS Magazine and STONEZINE digital magazine, STONETC… newsletter
Trade Skills
Masonry, stone
The Stone Trust
Biography
Mission
The Stone Trust Inc. is a rapidly growing registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides education, training, and consulting services. We advocate for the preservation of existing dry stone walls and promote using the correct structural standards for the construction and restoration of dry stone walls.
Membership
Open to individuals, families, students, and businesses
Activities
Hosts workshops nationwide, offers certification courses and tests
Trade Skills
Dry Stone Masonry
Timber Framers Guild
Biography
Mission
The TFG is a non-profit 501(c)3 dedicated to the craft of timber framing. It serves as a center of timber frame information and design for professionals, aficionados, and the general public.
Membership
Open to individual and business membership
Activities
Hosts national and regional conferences, sponsors community building workshops, coordinates regional gatherings, offers professional development and education..
Publications
Quarterly Journal, Member Magazine
Trade Skills
Timber Framing
Window Preservation Alliance
Biography
Mission
The Window Preservation Alliance is a 501(c)6 whose aim is to include all who want to help change the conversation about windows, from building owners, tradespeople, and architects.
Membership
Open to individuals and businesses
Activities
Annual conference and regional events
Publications
Member newsletter
Trade Skills
Window Restoration
Women Builders Council (New York)
Biography
Mission
Established in 2004, the Women Builders Council (WBC) is the leading association representing women in the building industry on several important fronts: legislative advocacy, new business and professional development with a special focus on leadership. WBC provides a dynamic forum that advances industry knowledge, addresses the barriers that prevent women from growing and facilitates solutions for policy makers and industry leaders.
Membership
Open to individuals, organizations, institutions, and businesses in New York.
Activities
Legislative advocacy, networking, and leadership education.
Publications
Newsletter
Trade Skills
All
Women Construction Owners and Executives
Biography
Mission
Women Construction Owners and Executives, USA is a national association representing women business owners and policy making executives in the construction industry. Founded three decades ago, we are recognized as the voice of women-owned construction companies. We provide business connections, education and advocacy for issues impacting our industry particularly those involving small and women-owned businesses.
Membership
Open to individuals, organizations, and businesses.
Activities
Networking, Conferences, Advocacy and Annual Leadership Summit.
Trade Skills
All
Women in Construction Operations
Biography
Mission
Women in Construction Operations (WiOPS) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2013 that strives to support the advancement of women in construction operations. Open to women and men in construction, architecture, or engineering professions, WiOPS provides monthly mentorship, learning and networking opportunities to ensure a pipeline of female construction leaders for today and tomorrow. Membership and meetings are free due to the generosity of industry sponsors.
Membership
Free membership open to individuals, organizations, and businesses.
Activities
Mentorship, Networking, Education, Events.
Trade Skills
All