One of the best "nuts and bolts" apprenticeship systems has been developed
by Horace Foxhall at the Seattle District Corps of Engineers. We have had
several of our people trained in hands on workshops in the past. One of the
best examples of his hands on training work is the restored Victorian-era
band building at Fort Sam Houston. I can also recommend the historic
preservation and architecture program at Kansas State (we've had some of
their students do projects here). For further information you might contact
my colleague, Rahim Borhani, Historic Architect, at 785-239-0443.

John Dendy
Archeologist
Dynamac Corporation
Fort Riley, KS

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Timothy James Scarlett [SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2000 12:30 AM
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> Subject:      Historic Preservation Training
>
> Greetings to all!
>
> My current landlord is looking for information on training programs in
> historic architecture restoration and preservation.  He is not
> interested in programs in historic preservation law, but rather is
> seeking programs (academic or apprentice-based) that emphasize the
> nuts-and-bolts of the restoration craftsmanship.  Ideally, he would be
> able to combine architectural history with developing artisanal
> skills- i.e. how to examine, match, and apply plasters; replicate and
> replace shingles; stabilize brick, etc.
>
> I have already pointed him to the two organizations that I know- SPNEA
> (New England, USA) and Colonial Williamsburg (Southeast, USA).  He is
> particularly interested in programs in the area of Kansas City (USA),
> but I think he will also consider quality opportunities in other
> regions of North America and overseas.
>
> Since I know how discriminating historical archaeologists can be, I
> told him I would inquire on his behalf.
>
> Please reply off list to me, and I will forward responses.
>
> Cheers,
> Tim
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> Timothy Scarlett
> University of Nevada, Reno
> Department of Anthropology / 096
> Reno, NV 89557-0096
>
> 355 West 500 North
> Salt Lake City, UT 84103
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