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Ask the Experts – Window Restoration

Join us for a captivating afternoon of historic preservation at the Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s Ask the Experts “Window Restoration Workshop” on Saturday, September 23, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM.

The Chestnut Hill Conservancy hosts this free event in collaboration with the Chestnut Hill Community Association. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to delve into the art of window restoration. Discover the secrets of reviving timeless windows while maintaining their historical charm.

The workshop will be led by two distinguished experts: Ray Tschoepe and Andrew Staples.

Ray Tschoepe’s rich background encompasses both academic achievement and practical expertise. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania’s Master’s program in Historic Preservation, Ray’s career path includes serving as an independent restoration contractor and later as the Director of Conservation at the Fairmount Park Historic Preservation Trust, which later became the Conservancy. With nearly three decades of experience in the field, Ray brings a wealth of knowledge to the workshop.

Ray’s co-expert, Andrew Staples, brings invaluable insights to the event. Andrew is the Conservation Supervisor at the Fairmount Park Conservancy. Having been brought up around the trades, he developed an interest in the history and development of construction techniques and technologies.  Andrew holds an MA in Archaeology of Buildings from the University of York in the UK.

The workshop will begin with an interactive workshop followed by a brief Q&A session, offering attendees the chance to interact directly with these seasoned professionals. Whether you’re a preservation enthusiast, homeowner, or simply curious about historic architecture, this workshop is a must-attend event.

Take advantage of this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of window restoration and contribute to preserving Chestnut Hill’s architectural legacy. Mark your calendar for September 23, 1:00 – 3:00 PM, at 8708 Germantown Avenue. We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching and educational event.

Registration is required, and space is limited.

REGISTER HERE: https://chconservancy.app.neoncrm.com/eventReg.jsp?event=63&

A free program for the community, Ask the Experts addresses a featured topic by an expert on prevalent issues relating to historic home and landscape care, with free access to the Archives. Ask questions; get solutions!

Organized by the Chestnut Hill Conservancy and co-sponsored by the Chestnut Hill Community Association.The 2023 Ask the Experts Series is made possible through the generous support of sponsor Wallace Landscaping Associates and our supporting businesses.

Nominations for the Preservation Awards Due

The Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s Preservation Recognition Awards honor outstanding projects within the Chestnut Hill National Register Historic District (virtually all of Chestnut Hill). Each award recognizes a project that is a striking gift to Chestnut Hill today – and far into the future — and an inspiration for others as they care for their own buildings. These awards help to express our gratitude to those who cherish our historic and architectural resources.

The Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s Preservation Recognition Awards will honor projects in the following categories:

  • Preserving / protecting historic resources (in the built or natural environment),
  • Historic building restoration, rehabilitation or adaptive reuse, or
  • Good stewardship of an important building.
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End of Upper Northwest District Draft Plan Open Comment Phase

The Upper Northwest District Plan is part of Philadelphia2035, a project that begin in 2011 as a collaborative effort to establish long-term and comprehensive goals for the growth and development of the City of Philadelphia, with topics ranging from transportation, housing, the preservation of parks and open spaces, environmental resources, to historical preservation. A final draft of the plan has been released to the public, with an comment phase that ends today. Feedback on the draft plan can be submitted by email to Ian Hegarty, Community Planner, at ian.hegarty@phila.gov.

READ THE UPPER NORTHWEST DISTRICT DRAFT PLAN

Philadelphia2035 is made up of of 18 District Plans, covering all corners of Philadelphia. At the heart of the the Upper Northwest District Plan lies our community of Chestnut Hill.

Historic District Advisory Committee Meeting

As part of our preservation advocacy work, the Chestnut Hill Conservancy maintains a Historic District Advisory Committee (HDAC) comprised of preservation, architecture, planning and development professionals. The HDAC addresses issues raised during the community’s design review process, particularly as they affect the Chestnut Hill National Register Historic District. The boundaries of this District roughly correlate to the 19118 zip code in the City of Philadelphia. The HDAC has been the Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s agent as a Recognized Community Organization since 2012.

The HDAC meets at 6:30 PM on the 1st Thursday of every month at Chestnut Hill Conservancy. These meetings are open to the public.