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We send our sincere thanks to all the great AHC Volunteers who helped make the 2011 "Riches of a City" Heritage Auction a fabulous evening for all! It takes an army of dedicated volunteers to make this important event happen. AHC volunteers made the difference.
For details about
current volunteer opportunities, please contact Ita Lindquist,
Events & Volunteer Manager,
ital@visitahc.org or 503-231-7264.
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BUSINESS MEMBERS
Newsletter Advertising Renewal | Business Members,
It is time to renew your advertising
contracts for our printed newsletter, News and Notes, for the 2012 calendar year. Renewal notices and 2012 contracts are in your email box. THE DEADLINE for the next issue is upon us!
To all businesses: if you are interested in advertising in our printed
newsletter and are not a business member of the AHC, now is a great time to join. Advertising in the newsletter is reserved for business members only.
Contact Holly Chamberlain for a membership package.
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| Donation wish list | Thank you to everyone who makes donations to support our office, events, and projects in the shop!
Everything counts and we rely on you. Our current needs are:
-Flat panel monitors--17" and larger
Foam core for presentations
-Basic Ipod
-Digital Camera
If you have donations that we can use in our kitchen and offices, please call or email Philip at 503.231.7264 or philipa@visitahc.org.
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Rent the AHC for your next meeting or event!
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Let us help make your next event even more memorable. Besides our beautiful, historic building, we offer affordable rates, a relaxed staff, kitchen facilities, equipment, and more. For information about our building rentals, check out the rental page on our website or contact Ita Lindquist at 503.231.7264.
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Help us be more sustainable by renewing your membership promptly! Timely responses make your membership contributions go farther because they save paper, postage, and volunteer and staff time. You can even send in your dues or renew on-line prior to receiving a mailed notice by checking the renewal date noted on your newsletter mailing label. If you have any questions or feedback regarding your membership, email Holly Chamberlain at hollyc@VisitAHC.org. Thank you so much for your contributions and participation. Every membership matters! |
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About the AHC... |
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The Architectural Heritage Center is a non-profit resource center for historic preservation in the Portland area. Owned and operated by the Bosco-Milligan Foundation, we offer a range of education programs to help people appreciate, restore, and maintain vintage properties. Over 40,000 people have participated in our talks, home tours, workshops, and gallery exhibits. 701 SE Grand Avenue
Portland, Oregon 97214
Open Wed - Sat
10:00AM - 4:30PM
503 231-7264
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Upcoming Education Programs
The Ladd & Reed Legacy: William S. Ladd and Simeon Reed
Saturday, November 5, 2011 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Members: $10.00 General Public: $18.00
Join us as Richard N. Ross, shares the story and lasting impacts of two remarkable Oregon pioneer families on Portland's development. William S. Ladd was Portland's most prominent 19th Century business and civic leader, and Simeon Reed was Ladd's foremost business partner and friend. Together Ladd and Reed shaped Portland and the Northwest through four decades of joint ventures in public service, steamboats, telegraphs, macadam roads, model farms, railroads, and iron.
For more information and to register, click here.
The Visionary Aspects of the Arts and Crafts Movement Encore
Presentation
Saturday, November 12, 2011
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Members: $10.00 General Public: $18.00
Explore the influences and aesthetic ideals that evolved into the International Arts & Crafts movement during this presentation by Barbara Pierce and C.J. Hurley. In marked contrast to Victorian era architecture, our presenters will illustrate what inspired Arts & Crafts architects to unite their designs with nature and ultimately to "bring the outside in" through structure and decorative details.
For more information and to register, click here.
Find details on all Fall programs here .
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| Auction Highlights
Thanks to our wonderful sponsors, guests and donors, for making the 2011 "Riches of a City" Heritage Auction such a sparkling success!
 
Everyone joined in the festivities.
Good food, good wine and a great cause brought us together. 
Gener ously Sponsored by:
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Holiday Cards for sale--last chance to order!
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"The Quietude of Winter" by CJ Hurley
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Based on numerous requests from our members last holiday season, artist CJ Hurley has agreed to the use of his painting "The Quietude of Winter" for cards to be sold through the AHC this year. We will be finalizing the details and ordering soon! If you are interested in purchasing cards, please let us know. Only a pre-order will guarantee we can meet your needs. Call the AHC at 503.231.7264 to let us know how many you would like and for more information. Thank you CJ for your generous donation! |
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Use your Chinook Book Coupon!
Use your Chinook Book! If you have a CB, make sure you use your coupon for free entry to the AHC by this weekend. If you are already a member, please consider passing your coupon on to a friend or neighbor who has not been to our lovely building!
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Our Members in the News
"Don't Underestimate the Importance of Color: Color consultants share some of their expertise
AHC Business Members, Mary McMurray of Art First Colors and Barbara Pierce of CJ Hurley Century Arts were interviewed for an article on color for interiors in the Beaverton Valley Times. They provide insight into important things for homeowners to consider when selecting paint colors.
The AHC has an amazing crew of business members dedicated to quality work and service for homeowners. When you are considering work for your home, please check our resource directory to help you with the selection of qualified professionals. |
New Art Exhibit: Will Goodman and David Greene
Artists, Will Goodman and David Greene were invited to exhibit a special showing of their new work in our gallery. The exhibit opened with a special reception for our Patrons at the auction and is on exhibit through November 12th.
Both artists have put together a spectacular body of work, very different from what we have seen from them in their previous exhibits. We invite you come in and check it out!
All work is for sale. Sales support the artists and the education programs of the AHC.
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2011 Portland Architecture
and Design Festival ends soon
Details here.
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Virtual Collections Tour
Available for AHC Visitors
AHC visitors can enjoy a virtual tour of our extensive array of architectural artifacts at a computer station in the main lobby. Safety concerns and staff availability limit visitation to our storage warehouses but technology provides access to a broad overview of the range of items collected by founders Jerry Bosco and Ben Milligan, and those given to the organization by later donors. More items are constantly being added to the database, so be sure to take a look even if you have "clicked" before. Many thanks to all the volunteers who have helped catalogue and photograph artifacts over the years, and enter the data so that the information is available for all.
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Portland Preservation Blog
Keep up with our advocacy efforts and stay informed of preservation issues in Portland. This is also a great way to learn more about the technical assistance we are providing in the community.
http://portlandpreservation.wordpress.com/
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Help us spread the word!
Help us spread the word to all of the people in Portland who love old buildings, history, good education, exhibits, and more. We know all of you are loyal supporters of the AHC, but you wouldn't believe how many people out there don't know about us!
Ways you can help:
- Tell your friends and neighbors about our programs and events. Bring them with you the next time you visit.
- Write a review about us on Google Places
- Write a review about us on Yelp
- If you carry a mobile device and use foursquare, check in at the AHC every time you visit. If you are a regular volunteer or board member, "check-in" each time and compete to become the "Mayor"!
- Volunteer to help us hang posters and distribute postcards for special events to library branches, coffee shops and retailers in your neighborhood.
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