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Phil Polter

Repair, don't replace! Most wood windows can be repaired and will outlast your homeownership. Learn how wood windows are made, function, and can be as energy efficient as any new insulated window. All it takes are a few simple tricks and best practices for repair and maintenance.

John McEwan

As we all know, maintaining and repairing the plaster in our historic homes can be a challenge. Come learn how to deal with fixing basic plaster issues such as mending cracks and restoring damaged plaster in your historic home.

Toni Winston

This course provides a broad overview of house construction. Photographs will be used to illustrate the different construction methods and why they affect utility bills, drafty rooms, and the overall comfort in your home. You will be shown an easy way to determine whether or not you have heat gains or losses and the best practices for correcting those gains or losses. We will touch on insulation types & methods of installation, indoor air quality, health and safety issues, what to expect if you request an energy audit, and so much more …

Paul A.Tenokotte, Ph.D.

Conventional knowledge has convinced us that, historically, Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky ignored the development of rail transportation. This myth blames the river trade. Buit was it that simple? Help us try to connect the dots differently and see a whole new picture of our region.

Beth Johnson

Have you ever been concerned about a building being threatened with demolition? Or wanted to make sure your neighborhood was protected from encroaching development? Come to this session to learn about the ins and outs of being a local preservation advocate and how the work YOU do can and will make a difference in your community.

American Sign Museum, Cincinnati Observatory, Cincinnati Observatory, and Jewish Cemeteries of Greater Cincinnati

This panel discussion will focus on how museums and organizations work to preserve our history through non-building preservation. This discussion will include information about the organizations, their missions, and their work supporting the preservation of our history.

Terry Wullenweber

This hands-on presentation will focus on demonstrating plaster tools, supplies, and equipment used to create decorative plaster ornaments in the traditional historic way. The tools, equipment used, and methods for mold-making, pouring molds, and creating large ornamental medallions will be on display and demonstrated. Discover examples of cornice and ornamental designs used in plaster. Terry, a third-generation plasterer, will be happy to answer all your questions regarding traditional plaster and how it can be repaired using time-honored materials.

COME TRY YOUR HAND at pouring a small ornament in a rubber mold to take with you at the end of the session! Participants can also try bench running a cornice in place.

Phil Polter

Learn from our window expert, Phil, how historic windows are put together and how they work. Phil will also show basic maintenance and common repairs, such as roping and reglazing. Come learn and even try your hand at this demonstration.

Rhonda Deeg

Bring in your questions for Rhonda Deeg on topics related to your stained glass repair concerns. If you have photographs of actual examples, that would be great too! Feel free to bring in an actual stained glass window, if its' not to large, to discuss how it should be repaired. Rhonda will show examples of what she restores and repairs. This presentation is a continuation of the previous years in-depth presentations. Sign up for a future hands-on stained glass workshop too!

John McEwan

In this session John Paul McEwan ( McEwan Fine Carpentry) will be covering the importance of wood millwork in historic homes. He will introduce various aspects of repairing, reproducing, and matching original millwork. From doors and balusters to shutters and cornices this session will field questions about the interior and exterior wood elements of your historic home.

Jim & Beverly McPhail

We’ll show you how to research your house and property at the courthouse using deeds and other documents. We’ll cover obstacles you may encounter and ways to get around them. We’ll also give tips and provide resources for researching the people who once lived in your home.

Eric Hempleman

We have been charged with a great task; preserve the statuesque architecture in this beautiful and historic city. Every year we lose a few historic roofs that we can never get back. Poor salesman tactics, a genuine misunderstanding of the roof types, and reckless contractors can lead to these roofs being thrown into the dump. We can stop this trend through education on these systems. Slate and tile roofs have stood the test of time and can be maintained to last centuries. These roofs are not just for charm but for cost efficiency in the long run as well. Join us as we discuss the different types of historic roofs in our area, how to maintain them, and what to watch for when selecting a contractor. We will explore special tools, slate and tile types, and everything you need to know about preserving these roofs for the next generation.

Beth Johnson

Learn about the variety of architectural styles that make up the fabric of our neighborhoods. Covering styles from the mid-1800s through the 1950s, this session will give you an overview of the many types of architecture and a list of resources to help you identify the architecture around you! Feel free to bring pictures of your house, and Beth will use those in the session to show how you analyze a building to determine its style.

OTR Museum, Dinsmore Homestead, Dayton Heritage Museum, Behringer-Crawford Museum, and Gaines Tavern

Cincinnati has a wealth of amazing museums focused on telling our region's diverse history. Learn from these museums how they decide what stories to tell and hear about interesting ways they have uncovered artifacts, histories, and stories.

Terry Wullenweber

This hands-on presentation will focus on demonstrating plaster tools, supplies, and equipment used to create decorative plaster ornaments in the traditional historic way. The tools, equipment used, and methods for mold-making, pouring molds, and creating large ornamental medallions will be on display and demonstrated. Discover examples of cornice and ornamental designs used in plaster. Terry, a third-generation plasterer, will be happy to answer all your questions regarding traditional plaster and how it can be repaired using time-honored materials.

COME TRY YOUR HAND at pouring a small ornament in a rubber mold to take with you at the end of the session! Participants can also try bench running a cornice in place.

Phil Polter

Phil Polter will discuss steps that homeowners can take to maintain or regain basic window operation, as well as weatherization. He will also cover where homeowners can source quality products that are historically compatible for their existing wood windows.

Rebecca Weber, Stef Adams, and Mike and Cindy Cason

We will explore current market conditions and walk attendees through the buying process utilizing 203k Renovation Financing, specifically in Historic Districts. We will also cover How and why to inspect the physical condition and discuss the important topic of proper insurance during and after the construction process.

Two case studies will be shown – one on a current project currently underway in the Dayton Street Historic District in OTR and the other on Why you should never sweat the replacement cost.

David Lamb

Learn about all aspects of brick and masonry from this veteran mason. The session will demonstrate common brick repairs and discuss the importance of using historically appropriate techniques and building materials when conducting masonry repairs on your historic home.

Nicole and RaShae will be providing a listing of programs administered by the Kentucky Heritage Council to celebrate and preserve Kentucky’s unique cultural history and to support economic development. They will highlight the work their team, Site Protection, does to assist federal agencies and Kentuckians in maintaining compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act and therefore to be eligible to receive federal funding or permitting. Insight into the workflow of the Section 106 review process will be provided. Common misperceptions regarding the National Register of Historic Places will be dispelled. Several local highlights of how the Section 106 review and consultation process has benefited Northern Kentucky will be shared. Nicole and RaShae will be available for questions after their session.

Eric Hempleman

Stop the Stigma. Every homeowner who says there are box gutters on their home says it like they have a death sentence. A lack of contractors providing re-lining services and a push for aluminum gutters hanging by an aluminum-wrapped 1X6 board have given box gutters a bad name. The reality is that the box gutter is far superior to an aluminum seamless gutter. The volume of water they allow, the solid platform for maintenance they provide, and the architectural detail they radiate are all reasons to save these systems. Come and explore the box gutter with a regional specialist and see that they provide a lot of benefits and that they are sorely misunderstood. We will dive into the framed structure, the seams, general maintenance, the obvious signs that something is wrong, and so much more as we work together to preserve these unique systems.

Jeannine Kreinbrink, MA, RPA

Created in 1966, the National Register of Historic Places is a list of historically significant buildings and properties. Cemeteries as a category are excluded from being listed on the National Register, however many cemeteries are included in the list. How did they get there? Using the three cemeteries located in Devou Park, Linden Grove Cemetery and other local examples, we will discuss National Register criteria and cemeteries and a new law affecting cemeteries and the National Register.

Cincinnati History Library and Archives at CMC, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Campbell County Historical and Genealogical Society, and Boone County Historic Preservation Review Board

This panel discussion will highlight the variety of research resources available when researching your house, the people who lived there, or other historical topics from our region that interest you.

TASTE - Enjoy a free lunch of specialties from local restaurants.

TALK - Visit with vendors, presentation craftspeople, museums, and historical organizations.

There are many reasons to consider adding storm windows. An additional window installed over top of your existing windows adds wind protection and provides more extensive insulation. They also help protect your investment in your existing windows or protection while your wood windows are pulled for rehab. You’ll find storms help regulate the temperature inside your home by preventing inside air from leaking out and outside air from creeping in.

This presentation will cover a variety of topics pertaining to the repair and restoration of what is the gateway and showpiece of a home's exterior. Topics will include assessing conditions, framing, flooring, columns, balustrades, soffit and ceiling, trim, etc.

Considering doing some work on your historic building? You may qualify for an up to 30% KY tax credit for homeowners or an up to 20% tax credit for income-producing properties. An overview of the State and Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit programs’ eligibility, submittal process, standards, and best practices. Rehabilitation Tax Credits are voluntary, financial incentives to encourage investment in historic properties. Gain insights from a panel of homeowners who have utilized KY Historic Tax Credits.

Donald Miller

The Newport Barracks was an extremely important military facility in the early westward expansion of the United States. Recently, through a collaboration with the City of Newport, Northern Kentucky University, Western Kentucky University, and state and federal agencies, archaeological work was undertaken. This presentation will discuss the ongoing efforts to document the archaeological deposits at the Newport Barracks in conjunction with scouring primary historic data sources to better understand the context of the resource, connect the artifacts with the people who were there, and reinterpret the Newport Barracks highlighting its significance in American history.

Robert Genheimer

Find out why the remains of a Cincinnati policeman's uniform and other objects were found in a downtown Cincinnati privy shaft. This talk weds archaeology and history to take a closer look at some fascinating historical events. You will also learn why privy shafts are such fabulous storehouses of information.

Harriet Beecher Stowe House, NKU Public History, and National Underground Railroad Freedom Center , Newport History Museum at the Southgate School

This panel discussion will discuss how museums and organizations tell the history and stories of Greater Cincinnati's Black population. This will include a discussion on the obstacles and successes and the resources they use to research.