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News & Events
Jan 29, 2013
The Charles E. Beveridge Research Fellowship honors an eminent scholar, editor of The Papers of Frederick Law Olmsted, and devoted friend of Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (Fairsted) and its archives and collections. PURPOSE AND ELIGIBILITY: The Fellowship is intended to encourage the use of these archives and collections and foster the continued development of Olmsted scholars. One Fellowship will be awarded in 2013. Previous applicants may re-apply. STIPEND: $1,500. This... more
Jan 23, 2013
RevitalizeWA 2013
WHEN
May 15-17, 2012 • Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
WHERE
Hilton Vancouver • Vancouver, Washington
PROGRAM
Pre-Conference Workshops: Wednesday, May 15
Opening Reception: Wednesday, May 15
Excellence On Main Awards Reception: Thursday, May 16
Educational Sessions...
Jan 23, 2013
Mark Your Calendars! Murray Morgan Bridge Re-dedication Ceremony will take place on Friday February 15 at 10:00 am. Christening, remarks from Mayor Strickland and others, classic car procession and more. RSVP to Nadine Daly, ndaly@cityoftacoma.org or 591-5636. 
Jan 17, 2013
Fun fact: In 2012, the National Trust for Historic Preservation awarded more than $1 million to nearly 200 projects across the country through its small grant program. This annual program supports local preservation organizations’ efforts to preserve and protect important places in their communities.
- In Texas, Preservation Longview is working to...
Jan 16, 2013
Here is a list compiled of training opportunities for 2013 - near and far! Check it out: Training 2013.
Jan 15, 2013
Check out the job description and contact information here.
Jan 14, 2013
Due to an overwhelming response for Consultant’s Training, the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation is adding a second training on Tuesday January 29th from 9am to 3:30 at the DAHP Training Center. Please contact Russell Holter to sign-up for this class.
DAHP plans to hold our next Cultural Resource Consultant Workshop on Monday, January 28th in Olympia from 9 am to 3:30 pm. The purpose of the workshop is to provide guidance to our... moreJan 14, 2013
Historic Seattle is pleased to offer a wide variety of local and out of town tours, lectures, fairs, and special events in 2013 that expand your views of Seattle and environs and give insight into its architectural treasures.
- Learning from Historic Sites meetings and tours take place at the Women’s University Club, Holy Names Academy, Eastside Heritage Center, and El Centro de la Raza.
- Open to View is an exclusive opportunity to visit an...
Jan 14, 2013
Partnership of federal agencies and national organizations offers workshop funding, technical assistance, and additional resources The Citizens' Institute on Rural Design (CIRD) is issuing a request for proposals to rural communities facing design challenges to host local workshops in 2013. Successful applicants will receive a $7,000 grant and in-kind design expertise and technical assistance valued at $35,000. The Request for Proposals is on the new CIRD... more
Jan 14, 2013
Buildings renewed and reused keep Seattle's unique character
Preservation isn't always about grand landmarks. Many not-so-glamorous buildings have been saved, too — preserving not only our structures but our sense of place. The full article by Larry Kreisman, Historic Seattle, can be found here.Jan 10, 2013
On Saturday, January 19, 2013, the National Park Service at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site will launch two new exhibits on the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and the Works Progress Administration (WPA) at the Fort Vancouver Visitor Center. The two complementary exhibits, on display until late March, explore how the WPA and CCC put the people of Washington State and Vancouver back to work during the Great Depression of the 1930s. The exhibits showcase historic photographs from the... more
Jan 10, 2013
The National Preservation Institute, a nonprofit organization founded in 1980, educates those involved in the management, preservation, and stewardship of cultural heritage. The 2013 National Preservation Institute seminar schedule is now available online at www.npi.org. The 2013 NPI News Release includes the calendar and seminar descriptions - www.npi.org/NewsRelease2013.pdf. Advance... more
Jan 09, 2013
The Metropolitan Park District of Tacoma celebrates the re-opening of the historic Pagoda at Point Defiance Park this Saturday, January 12 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Built in 1914 as a station for the city’s street car line, the building suffered significant damage from an arson fire in 2011. Without question, the Park District immediately began planning to rehabilitate the building to continue as a local landmark for another 100 years. For more information about the celebration event, visit... more
Jan 08, 2013
Date: February 13, 2013 Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. EST The Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Office of Project Development and Environmental Review will host a webinar on February 13 from 1 – 2:30 EST to present results of a recent nationwide study to identify best practices for integrating planning and environmental review for projects affecting historic resources. These best practices include programmatic agreements, historic property databases, statewide management... more
Jan 08, 2013
NEPA Compliance and Cultural Resources Portland, OR — March 5-6, 2013 Learn about environmental impact analysis, cultural resource management, and historic preservation responsibilities and relationships. Assess practical applications for effectively integrating the analyses required by the National Environmental Policy Act, related environmental regulations, and the National Historic Preservation Act. An agenda is available online at www.npi.org... more
Jan 08, 2013
The Washington state Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) is seeking nominations for the 23rd Annual Awards for Outstanding Achievements in Historic Preservation. This awards program recognizes persons, organizations, and projects that have achieved distinction in the field of historic preservation. Award recipients will be recognized at a ceremony held during National Historic Preservation Month, May 2013. The ceremony is sponsored by the Washington Trust for Historic... more
Jan 02, 2013
The Planning Association of Washington (PAW) has extended its deadline for submitting session proposals to this Friday, January 4, 2013. This year’s conference takes place on April 10-12 at Campbell’s Resort in Chelan. Each year nearly 150 planners representing cities, counties, tribes and special districts attend the PAW conference. Proposals should be emailed to Alex Wenger at: awenger@cityofblaine.com or mail to the PAW office at POB 745,... more
Jan 02, 2013
The Washington State Historical Society is partnering with the Washington State Arts Commission, the Washington State Arts Alliance and Washington Museum Association for the 2013 Heritage Conference “The Art of Heritage” at the Red Lion Hotel in Olympia on Tuesday, February 5, 2013. Workshops on Monday, February 4, 2013 at the State Capital Museum in Olympia.
- Collections Care with WSHS Staff
- Effective Grant Writing with representatives...
