Sorry for the cross-posting....but, if any one is interested, this should be
a great lecture.
Sheri
Event Announcement
For Immediate Release Contact: Darcy Romano or
Sheri Levinsky
Voice: (202)
842-0920
Fax: (202)
842-0030
E-mail: [log in to unmask]
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Web:
www.decaturhouse.org
Preserving The White House's First Neighbor: Restoration Plans for Decatur
House
Washington, DC (April 6) - During the National Trust for Historic
Preservation's annual Preservation Week, Decatur House Museum presents
Preserving The White House's First Neighbor on Thursday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Discover Decatur House's future restoration and re-interpretation plans at
this behind-the-scenes lecture to be held in the Decatur Carriage House at
1610 H Street, NW.
Built in 1818, Decatur House was the first private residence on Lafayette
Square one block from the White House. For over 180 years, the home has
stood on the northwest corner of the Square as a monument renowned for its
architecture and social significance. Designed by Benjamin Henry Latrobe,
the Father of American Architecture, Decatur House is an important example
of his well-developed neoclassical style and is the only remaining
residential building by Latrobe that is intact today. In addition, as home
to some of America's most influential 19th century political leaders, it
witnessed much of the nation's early social and cultural history from
perhaps the most important geographic location in Washington.
Today, the museum continues to undergo architectural investigations to
uncover its original Latrobe appearance and restore its important history
for future generations. Join Decatur House's director of education, Sheri
Levinsky, and director of collections, Bruce Whitmarsh, as they discuss the
museum's largest preservation project to date. Preserving The White
House's First Neighbor is free and open to the public. Reservations for the
lecture are required by Wednesday, May 16 and can be made by calling
202-842-0918.
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Sheri J. Levinsky, MA
Director of Education & Programs
Decatur House Museum, NTHP
748 Jackson Place, NW
Washington, DC 20006
voice 202.842.0918 fax 202.842.0030
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www.decaturhouse.org
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