The 2022-2023 Preservation School series will feature classes with representatives from New York City agencies. Come learn about these agencies’ missions and how they engage with historical neighborhoods, buildings, and sites. Ask questions directly of representatives from different agencies about the work they do. New York City Department of Records and Information Services/Municipal Archives: Wednesday, […]
Michael Sandler, HPD Assistant Commissioner for Neighborhood Development and Stabilization will give background on the city’s affordable housing crises and HPD’s role in creating and preserving affordable housing and maintaining the quality of the city’s housing stock.
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Via Zoom On September 27th at 6:00 PM via Zoom, join us for a presentation about cultural landmarks and places of significance in the Garifuna community in New York City. Garifunas are primarily from Honduras and their history and presence in New York City can be particularly […]
Saturday, October 15, 2022 12:00 – 1:30 PM Join HDC and Woodlawn Conservancy for an in-person tour of the art and architectural wonders of Woodlawn Cemetery in The Bronx. The Cemetery is a National Historic Landmark and is the final resting place of notables as varied as Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Madame C.J. Walker, and Nellie […]
Join Save Chelsea’s David Holowka on this walk through the proposed redevelopment area to visit some of the threatened sites
Sunday, July 31, 2022
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The past and present of Van Nest is squarely tied into the railroad system of our nation. Whether it was the New Haven railroad in the mid to late 1800s or the New York Westchester and Boston at the turn of the 20th century, Van Nest has been and continues to be a transportation hub for this centrally located Bronx community.
Throughout the year, the Historic Districts Council presents a series of classes that help New Yorkers understand the many aspects of historic preservation in New York City. These lively and informative sessions are available to watch on our website.
Tours:
A Walking Tour of Community Renewal in Melrose 6/4; A Great Day in Harlem – 6/18; Sustaining Public Housing 6/22; Washington Heights 7/9
Construction Activities Adjacent to Historic Properties Tuesday, June 14, 2022 Via Zoom 6:00 – 7:00 p.m In this class Charu Chaudhry, registered architect and Vice President at Thornton Tomasetti, will discuss the risks and strategies of constructing adjacent to existing and historic properties. Construction activities next to historic buildings are a common occurrence especially in dense urban […]
View the photo gallery from last month’s Grassroots Awards and Preservation Party.
