HSRs continue to change and evolve, especially as needs change and other
consultants are brought into the process, such as paint analysts and
archaeologists.  Most of the historic sites of the National Trust for
Historic Preservation have completed Historic Structures Reports over the
past dozen years, providing a range of types to compare and consider.
Museum professionals are welcome to access our research files by
appointment.  The National Trust also has an extensive library at the
University of Maryland, College Park, that may be useful to you.

Max A. van Balgooy,
Director of Interpretation and Education
Stewardship of Historic Sites
National Trust for Historic Preservation
1785 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC  20036

Telephone (202) 588-6242
Fax (202) 588-6232
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-----Original Message-----
From: Cindy Olsen [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2001 5:51 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Historic Structures Reports


Good Afternoon,

I am the Curator of a small historic site in Baltimore that includes a
house that was built in 1793. We are planning a major restoration and
repair work on the building in 2003. It was suggested by a CAP assesor that
came to our site that we have a Historic Structures Report done on the
historic house. I know that HABS keeps these kind of records in an archive,
but I'm kind of confused about how to get one started. I get the impression
that they are expensive, but also very valuable to a historic structure.

How do I find firms or Universities who do these reports?
How long do they take? What should I expect from a HSR?
How do I get the ball rolling on having a HSR done on the house?

I'm trying to convince the board that it would be very beneficial for the
historic house. I would appreciate any comments or suggestions from museums
that have done an HSR or anyone who has experience with HSRs.

Thanks,
Cindy Olsen
Curator and Grants Manager
Star-Spangled Banner Flag House and War of 1812 Museum
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