Tuesday, October 8, 2024 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. An In-Person and Online Program The General Society Library, 20 WEST 44th Street The program will be followed by a book signing and short reception. Professor Steven Semes will discuss the impact of Gustavo Giovannoni (1873-1947) who was a central figure in the fields of architecture, urbanism, […]
Join Bob Singelton on this virtual exploration of Bayside Queen’s architectural and cultural history. Hear how this sleepy waterfront enclave became the beautiful, diverse neighborhood it is today.
This walking tour, led by Angel Hernandez, will highlight many historic buildings in the neighborhood including the United Workers Cooperatives, also known as “the Coops.”
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Via Zoom Scenic Landmarks include public parks, plazas, and parkways operated by the New York City government. Since the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) was empowered to designate scenic landmarks in 1973 the commission has designated 12 sites, only three this century. This class will discuss the […]
This tour will focus on un-designated Rose Hill, celebrating structures and stories in the neighborhood that are ripe for recognition, but which have not yet gotten their due.
Follow along on the restoration journey of an original handmade glass and steel chandelier, built over 100 years ago. From take down to color matching breakdowns, you’ll get a rare inside look into how new life was brought into the delicate and ornate glass panels that make this sensational chandelier really shine.
Join us on Tuesday, June 18th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at St. Mark’s Church-in-the-Bowery for our annual Grassroots Preservation Awards and Preservation Party. Since 2000, the Historic Districts Council has honored more than 150 individuals, community groups, coalitions, elected officials, and press outlets for their achievements. This year, HDC continues the tradition to recognize, honor, and encourage public participation in the preservation process.
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Via Zoom In this Preservation School class led by Let There Be Neon’s (LTBN) Jeff Friedman, participants will get a first-hand account of working with neon lighting. He will talk about how LTBN got started and what led him to the profession of artistic lighting. Jeff will […]
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Via Zoom In this class, led by Pellettieri Stone Carvers founder Chris Pellettieri, participants will learn about the work Chris does as a professional stone carver as well as his work with students of all ages through his Academy. For his commissioned work Chris specializes in […]
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Via Zoom
In this class, former DDC staff member Jeremy Woodoff will discuss what the agency’s role and responsibilities are, how the existing built environment is incorporated, and what the process is if work is being done in a historic district, on an individual landmark, or on a building that might be significant architecturally but not designated.
