Maryland Association of Historic District Commissions

Wood, Concrete, Plaster and Stone: A Materials Primer
2017-02-09 | Live Broadcast
Dig into conservation methodology, manufacturing, and material history at this handson, all-day workshop. You will better understand techniques and challenges faced by craftspersons, architects and conservators. Learn how to identify wood, sensitively repair plaster, evaluate and identify problem spots in concrete or structural components, and repair historic stone. Topics may include restoration of historic windows, masonry restoration (stone and brick), wood repair, and finishes and interior plaster. You will focus on building materials common in the Chesapeake Bay area. Understand these materials to ensure stewardship and long-term maintenance and protection of these resources.

A New Attitude on Old Approaches: Examining Facadism
2017-02-15 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Live Broadcast
Has the approach to facadism changed? Can it be done well? Is it an acceptable compromise when other priorities—affordable or just more housing, improving urban designs, climate change and seismic resiliency, or simple economics—clash with by-the-books preservation? How can we support good projects while maintaining preservation standards (if not the Standards)? On the other hand, how do we prevent facadism from becoming the default option? This session will explore these questions with a discussion among preservation professionals, city planning staff, and others.

Social Hour at College Park Aviation Museum
2017-02-23 16:30 - 19:00 | College Park Aviation Museum, 1985 Corporal Frank Scott Drive, College Park, MD, 20740, United States
You are invited to attend:
Social Hour at College Park Aviation Museum
Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
The Maryland Association of Historic District Commissions invites you to a Social Hour at the College Park Aviation Museum. The museum is located on the grounds of the world’s oldest continuously operating airport, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Maryland’s historic preservation commissioners, local government staff and elected officials, students, and preservationists are welcome.
Arrive early to tour the Aviation Museum – exhibits close at 5. Participate in a raffle and enjoy light refreshments and drinks.
RSVP
$5 (free for students)
