Leading Locally: preservation management strategies that work

Apr 9, 2018

The Cape Cod Commission and Historic New England are co-sponsoring a series of workshops on management issues related to local preservation. Each workshop will provide for audience discussion around current challenges.

Cost per Workshop: $20, $15 Historic New England members. Registration is required. Please call 617-994-6644 for more information or register at HistoricNewEngland.org. Box lunch; beverages provided.

Leading Locally: Preservation Management Strategies That Work

May 11, 2018
9:00am-3:30pm
Town Hall Annex, Chatham, MA

Join preservation professionals from Historic New England, the Massachusetts Historical Commission, and other organizations for a series of workshops on management issues related to local preservation. Preservation restrictions are an important tool for municipalities, especially in communities that use Community Preservation Act funds. This first of three workshops covers the development and monitoring of preservation restrictions held at the local level. Hear case-study examples from towns using restrictions and learn about issues related to holding and enforcing preservation restrictions. Gain confidence by learning from professionals who have experience working with these restrictions. $15 per workshop Historic New England members $20 per workshop nonmembers. Register Here.

Leading Locally: Preservation Management Strategies That Work

May 25, 2018
9:00am-3:30pm
Sandwich Town Hall, Sandwich, MA

Join preservation staff from Historic New England, the Massachusetts Historical Commission, and other organizations for a series of workshops on management issues related to local preservation. Managing historic properties owned by municipalities, non-profits, and museums presents numerous challenges. In this final installment of the series, explore funding mechanisms, building regulations that affect historic properties, and more. Learn from preservation professionals who manage historic sites and make preservation treatment decisions, including reviews of condition assessments, cyclical maintenance, disaster preparedness, and working with contractors. Register here.

Leading Locally: Preservation Management Strategies That Work, June 1

June 1, 2018
9:00am-3:30pm
Barnstable Town Hall, Hyannis, MA

Join preservation professionals from Historic New England, the Massachusetts Historical Commission, and other local commissions for a workshop on issues related to local preservation. This workshop is the first of three focusing on different preservation management themes. At this workshop, explore issues in design review and management of local historic districts. Using case-study examples and mock hearings, learn how to address challenging issues in historic districts. Case studies will draw from actual applications; attendees are encouraged to submit examples from their own districts for group discussion and feedback. Register here.