by Andrea Barber | Feb 23, 2026
We’re setting sail for the Grand Island National Recreation Area and we want you to join us! PROJECT PARTNER: Hiawatha National Forest SESSION DATES: September 6-11, September 13-18, and September 20-25 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 6 Volunteers (No Kitchen Helper) PROJECT...
by Andrea Barber | Feb 2, 2026
This program is focused on analyzing, diagnosing, and treating common plaster failures. If you own or manage a historic property, or simply wish you knew more about caring for plaster walls, this is the perfect program for you! Learn from Rory Brennan of Plaster...
by Andrea Barber | Dec 15, 2025
Historic Plaster Repair Boot Camp is a fun and intense, three-day, hands-on, learn by doing, total immersion experience in historic plaster repair. Students will learn state-of-the-art techniques in re-attaching loose plaster back to the wood lath and how to mix &...
by Andrea Barber | Dec 15, 2025
Historic Plaster-Making & Restoring Decorative Plaster is a fun and intense, three-day, hands-on, learn by doing, total immersion experience in historic plaster molding creation and repair. Students will learn state-of-the-art techniques in mold making, casting...
by Andrea Barber | Dec 15, 2025
Historic Preservation Boot Camp 3 Days – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm (daily) Although generally considered permanent, masonry is subject to deterioration too. Our preservation practices attempt to keep masonry structures from deteriorating further; respect the significance of...
