The Fire of ’47 was a collection of over 200 fires that burned in the State of Maine from October 13th through October 27th in 1947. Together, the fires consumed a quarter of a million acres of forest, and wiped out nine entire towns, making it one of the worst natural disasters in state history. […]
Preservation in Practice: Virtual Introduction to Historic Preservation Thursday, February 2024 from 12pm - 1pm ++ Summary: Join Brad Miller from Maine Preservation as he introduces an overview of historic preservation, including the foundations, principles, people, and tools. This will be the first lecture to start our new, monthly "Your Old House: And Other Preservation […]
How Old is My House? Thursday, March 21 from 12pm - 1pm ++ Summary: Have you ever wondered how old your home really is? Do you wonder if the date written over the door is accurate? How do we know? And where do we begin? Join Preservation Architect and Historian, Bryce Waldrop, as we explore […]
History in Your Own Backyard Thursday, April 25 from 12pm – 1pm ++ Summary: From settlement subsistence through twentieth-century extravagances, experience an armchair tour of Maine’s rich garden legacy, uncovering the unique qualities that define each stylistic tradition. Then, see how these traditions inspire our contemporary design process, celebrating the past with a fresh new […]
Energy Conservation, Retrofitting Old Homes Thursday, May 23 from 12pm – 1pm ++ Summary: One of the most challenging issues facing homeowners is how to make older or historic homes more energy efficient without sacrificing character and charm. This lecture presents a historic preservation perspective on insulation, air sealing, mechanical upgrades, and other energy retrofit […]
