The Campaign for Historic Trades has been recently approved by the Department of Labor as the sponsor of a Group Program in historic trades apprenticeships: Deconstruction Technician Historic Window Technician Preservation Carpenter This information session on Zoom is for Education and Training Programs to learn how to integrate with The Campaign's apprenticeship program. […]
Have you ever been curious about how to identify and repair historic plaster work in your home, workspace, or on a project? Join AARCH for this rare opportunity to learn from master plasterer Richard Barrow as well as contribute to the ongoing restoration of the iconic Graves Mansion in Au Sable Forks. Gain hands-on experience laying lath, […]
This two-day course is a brief introduction to the vast world of carpentry. Students will learn key vocabulary and will become comfortable using basic hand tools. Through the completion of a small project, students will gain confidence and fundamental knowledge to pursue future carpentry projects. This course is open to any member of the LGBTQ+ […]
Join AARCH on the 121-acre campus of the Adirondack Experience: The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake for an engaging workshop exploring the basics of plumbing. Using a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on learning, participants will gain the basic skills to tackle common plumbing issues. Discussion will focus on fundamentals of plumbing functionality, basic maintenance tips, and […]
Who We Are The Newport Restoration Foundation is a non-profit organization established by philanthropist Doris Duke in 1968 to preserve the architectural and cultural heritage of 18th and 19th century Newport. In addition to a collection of more than 70 colonial houses, now rented to tenant stewards, NRF operates properties that are open to the […]
One of preservationists’ most common cries is to ‘Save Wood Windows!’ Understanding how to implement vital maintenance and repair of wood windows conserves their functionality and helps preserve a building’s historic character. Join AARCH at Croghan’s Adirondack Mennonite Heritage Farm to learn how to repair, restore, and preserve wood windows with experienced window restoration specialist, Kurt Riegel. […]
Position Title: NPS HPTC Water and Wastewater Operator Apprentice – Gateway National Recreation Area – AmeriCorps Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements Site Location: Sandy Hook, NJ - Gateway National Recreation Area Terms of Service: Start Date: January/February AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 1200 hours, 34 Weeks Purpose: Stewards Individual Placement Program (STE) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen […]
Position Title: NPS Historic Preservation Training Center – Sleeping Bear Dunes Maintenance Action Team Intern Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements Site Location: Empire, MI Terms of Service: Start Date: 1/6/2024 Purpose: Stewards Individual Placements (STE) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and […]
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Join us to learn how rigorous documentation and evaluation inform preservation strategies, providing essential frameworks for maintaining the integrity and history of public landscapes. Gain insight into the critical role of evaluation, documentation, and Historic Structure Reports (HSRs) in preserving public landscapes through two fascinating case studies in Los Angeles. This program explores […]
