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Local History Webinar Opportunities
Presented free of charge by the
Local History - Field Services Program, Office of Programs and Outreach
All Local History Webinars start at 10:30 am and conclude by 12:00 pm, CST. Can't make it at the scheduled day/time? Register and after the live webinar
concludes you will be sent a link to view a recording.
Wednesday, May 16, 10:30 am CT
Caring for Ornamental Iron in Historic Cemeteries
Presented by Jason Church, Materials Conservator at the National Center for Preservation Technology and Training in Natchitoches, LA
This webinar will begin with a discussion on various types of ornamental iron commonly found at historic sites including; fences, railings, balconies, cemetery markers, furniture, architectural supports, etc. The differences and unique
properties of cast versus wrought iron will be addressed. The speaker will spend the second half of the webinar discussing various repair, treatment and coating options that can be done in-house.
Wednesday, May 23, 10:30 am CT
Historic Preservation Law in Wisconsin
Presented by Attorney John Decker, Architect Dan Stephans, and
Chip Brown, Historic Preservation Specialist, Wisconsin Historical Society
We have just completed the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act, and the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. Reflection on those events reminds us that the most effective historic
preservation efforts are local. Webinar presenters will review the development of historic preservation initiatives and the implementation of preservation laws by legislatures and courts.
Local preservation activities conducted by landmarks and preservation commissions that comply with the requirements of federal and state laws, meet best practices, and further community expectations will be highlighted.
Wednesday, May 30, 10:30 am CT
Caribbean Volunteer Expeditions
Caribbean Volunteer Expeditions (CVE) is a nonprofit organization which recruits volunteers to work on preservation projects for local Caribbean agencies, such as National Trusts, Historical Societies and museums.
Each year, storms and tourism-related development threaten Caribbean historical artifacts, slowly erasing important parts of each island's cultural heritage. CVE supports local efforts to record and document these valuable
resources before they are gone forever.
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