Events in May 2019
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Strangers of the West - Book Signing
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Preservation School - Historic Building Materials
Preservation School - Historic Building Materials
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May 6, 2019Monday, May 6:
This session will provide an overview of common building materials used in New York City, including terra-cotta, brick, brownstone, concrete and much more. The session will explain how these materials are employed, how to identify them, and “scratch the surface” on their maintenance and conservation.
This class will be led by Dan Allen, President of the Historic Districts Council and Principal of CTA Architects.
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The Shop Around the Corner: Celebrating New York’s Immigrant Businesses
The Shop Around the Corner: Celebrating New York’s Immigrant Businesses
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May 11, 2019Saturday, May 11, 2019
Bohemian National Hall, 321 East 73rd Street
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Preservation School - Photographing for Preservation
Preservation School - Photographing for Preservation
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May 13, 2019Monday, May 13:
Historic Preservation is first and foremost a visual field. This session will cover architectural photography, providing tips and tricks to improve your photos of buildings and streetscapes to maximize their impact. Expensive equipment doesn’t make a great photo; you’ll learn how to effectively make use of three free things, light, timing, and position, to improve your photos.
This class will be led by Lynn Massimo, an architectural photographer and co-founder of the Sunset Park Landmarks Committee.
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Celebrate the Life of Preservationist Jack Taylor
Celebrate the Life of Preservationist Jack Taylor
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May 17, 2019Friday, May 17th at 4pm at St. George’s Episcopal Church, 4 Rutherford Place and East 16th Street
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Satan’s Circus Walking Tour
Satan’s Circus Walking Tour
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May 19, 2019
Sunday, May 19, 2019
11:00 a.m.We will meet on the northeast corner of 27th Street and 5th Ave., in front of the Museum of Sex.
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Preservation School - Stirring the Pot: Keeping an Eye on New Construction
Preservation School - Stirring the Pot: Keeping an Eye on New Construction
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May 20, 2019Monday, May 20:
New York has seemingly become one massive construction site – but what are they planning for YOUR block? Don’t wait for the scaffolding to find out! Join us to better learn and understand what is possible, and make sure that new neighbor is a smart development that plays by the rules. You will learn how to research developments going up in your neighborhood, understand restrictions such as zoning, and learn what tools you can use to make your voice heard.
This class will be led by Sean Khorsandi, Executive Director of LANDMARK WEST!