by Andrea Barber | Dec 19, 2025
The decision to repoint a masonry structure is most often related to some obvious signs of deterioration, such as disintegrating mortar, cracks in mortar joints, loose bricks or stones, or damp walls. On the surface, restoration projects may appear straightforward and...
by Andrea Barber | Nov 5, 2025
Event Description Dr Moses Jenkins is a Project Manager at HES, and the author of the books ‘The Scottish Brick Industry’ and “Survey and Assessment of Traditionally Constructed Brickwork”. In this talk he will be using HES Archives to discuss the...
by Andrea Barber | Sep 11, 2025
Overview Dates: October 17-18, 2025 Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM each day Location: Arthurdale Heritage, 18 Q Road, Arthurdale, WV 26520 Class Size Limit: 15 participants Workshop Details Join us for a two-day hands-on masonry repointing workshop. Under the guidance...
by Kelly Pratt | May 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
On April 28th, The Campaign for Historic Trades partnered with Sweet Briar College to deliver a hands-on masonry workshop designed to connect students with the art and science of traditional building practices. Over the course of the day, thirteen engineering students...
by Andrea Barber | Jan 27, 2025
Brick, Earth, Stone, and Timber (BEST) Preservation Workshops with the National Park Service Location: Frederick, MD Dates: September 8 – 12, 2025 Description: Historic brick masonry buildings are relatively simple construction systems, but their...
