2015 District of Columbia Awards for Excellence in Historic Preservation

May 6 2015
DAR Constitution Hall
1776 D Street NW (18th and D)
7 pm awards ceremony, reception to follow 

Save the Date of May 6, 2015 for the annual District of Columbia Historic Preservation Awards Program. For a second year running, the program will take place at the historic DAR Constitution Hall. Cosponsored by the Historic Preservation Office, the DC Preservation League, and Daughters of the American Revolution, a total of 13 awards will be given to 43 individuals, firms and organizations in the following categories:  Stewardship, Volunteerism and Community Involvement, Education, Design and Construction, as well as the State Historic Preservation Officer’s Award, HPRB Chair Awards, and Individual Lifetime Achievement Award.

Built in 1929, Constitution Hall was designed by John Russell Pope to accommodate DAR’s annual Continental Congresses and other activities of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The monumental Neoclassical building, executed in Alabama limestone, contains the largest concert hall in Washington, DC which hosts a variety of events including concerts, speakers, films, graduations, and, of course, the Preservation Awards!

Registration for the free event will open in early April.

The 11th Biennial Symposium organized by the Latrobe Chapter explores the relationship between architecture and art as it pertains to the built environment of greater Washington DC.
On March 21, twelve scholars will present their research proposing diverse approaches to understanding how architecture interacts with other artistic media, such as painting, sculpture, drawing, posters, film, or performance. Then on March 22 participants will take a bus tour to visit murals and other local sites related to the symposium theme.

Symposium
Members* $30
Non-Member $45
Full-Time Student** $20
Late Registration Fee $10
(after March 8th)

Tours
Members* $25
Non-Member $35
Full-Time Student** $20

*Latrobe Chapter, DCPL, Catholic University Faculty/Staff
**Student ID required at symposium

The Historic Preservation Office is pleased to announce the release of the Ward 5 Heritage Guide: A Discussion of Ward Five Cultural and Heritage Resources web-based publication. The guide follows similar publications for Wards 7 and 8, released by HPO over the past several years.

From the original boundary stones, delineating the District of Columbia in 1792, to magnificent religious edifices, to open green areas and parks, the ward abounds with sites that contribute to and convey the quality of life and heritage that denotes Ward 5.

The beautifully illustrated guide identifies numerous firehouses, schools, residences, churches, and commercial buildings of note in the ward.  It calls out both well-known icons, such as the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, the Hecht Company Warehouse, the Lincoln Cottage and Old Soldiers’ Home, and the National Arboretum, as well as lesser recognized community gems, such as the Alpha Tonsorial Palace, Stone Straw Company, and Pearl Bailey residence.

This guide presents the history of Ward 5, providing a foundation for understanding the ward’s heritage. The historical overview is followed by some broad strategies and suggested actions for achieving shared community goals, including recognizing, protecting, and promoting use of historic resources. Finally, the guide identifies some places of historical or cultural significance that might be considered when development or heritage planning is undertaken. The intent is to address the needs, desires, and challenges of the wide range of preservation interests that exist in Ward 5.

Congratulations to DCPL’s Trustee Chuck Wagner on Wanger Roofing’s 100 years of success in the roofing business.

Thursday, October 30th
6:00 – 8:00pm
The Belmont Mansion
1618 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Metro Station: Dupont Circle

Free to Members

Non Members – $50.00 (One-year Individual Membership Included)

Click here to register for the 2014 Annual Membership Meeting.

Tour Registration
Tour Space is limited. Registration is required.
The 5:00 tour is full.
The 5:30 tour is full.
The 6:00 tour is full.

Click here to put your name on the tour waitlist.

Sponsored in Part By

Landmark Partner

Capstone Partners

Keystone Partners

Kindy French and Emanuel Friedman

October 11, 2014
1:30 to 4:30pm
Reception to follow
Arena Stage
1101 Sixth Street, SW
Metro Station: Waterfront (Green Line)

Celebrate national DOCOMOMO Tour Day in Washington by participating in a walking tour of Southwest DC! This neighborhood boasts the greatest concentration of modern architecture and mid-century resources in the city, with buildings and landscapes by I.M. Pei, Chloethiel Woodard Smith, Harry Weese, Sasaki Walker and Partners, and Dan Kiley, to name a few. The tour will begin with a 30-minute lecture by noted architectural historian Richard Longstreth, followed by walking tours led by Nancy Witherell, Cecille Chen, and Dean Hutchison. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to see some of the neighborhood’s most noted interior spaces and projects, including Arena Stage, Waterfront Tower, River Park, and Harbour Square. We will cap the afternoon off with a reception on the rooftop Club Room at Harbour Square, overlooking the Potomac River.

Ticket Prices:
$15 – Students
$25 – DCPL and DOCOMOMO members
$35 – non-members

Hosted by DOCOMOMO-DC, DC Preservation League, and Southwest Neighborhood Assembly (SWNA)

CLICK HERE to register!

Thursday, September 18, 2014
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Anacostia UPO Center
1649 Good Hope Road, SE
Metro Station: Anacostia (Green Line)

Winter is around the corner. Don’t let those heating bills get you down.

We all want to make our houses more comfortable and efficient. Green technologies offer opportunities to save money while helping to protect our environment and can be implemented without sacrificing the architectural integrity of your home or violating historic district guidelines.

Come learn about energy audits and what home improvements are the most cost effective with particualr attention to the issue of window repair and replacement and integrity.

Speakers are Nakita Reed, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, GGP, a managing member of ENCORE Sustainable Design, working to combine histroic preservation with energy efficiency and sustainable design; and John Sandor, an architectural historian and expert in the repair and replacement of windows in historic buildings.

As winter approaches, it’s essential to find ways to keep our homes comfortable and cost-effective. Green technologies provide an excellent opportunity to achieve both goals while also contributing to environmental protection. Drawing inspiration from industries that prioritize efficiency, such as casinos with crash gambling, homeowners can adopt innovative solutions to enhance their energy usage. To understand which home improvements are most cost-effective and efficient, attending a session on energy audits can provide valuable insights. In addition, consulting with a North Wilkesboro seamless gutter company ensures proper water drainage, safeguarding your home and its sustainability.

If you’re interested in obtaining an energy rating report for your home, you can hire Archi Sustainability, a reputable company that specializes in energy reports. it enables individuals and organizations to make informed decisions about energy consumption and sustainability.

This is a FREE event in conjunction with the Historic Anacostia Block Association monthly meeting.

Click Here to let us know you are coming!

In Partnership With
Historic Anacostia Preservation Society
Historic Anacostia Block Association