Cast and Wrought Iron Restoration Symposium
Saturday 3/19 and Sunday 3/20 |
 Wrought and cast iron have long been among the most versatile building materials available to designers, craftsmen, and builders. Able to provide structural utility and decorative embellishment, iron can mimic delicate filigree or the solidity of a stone column. Though extremely durable, cast and wrought iron, like all historic materials, require sensitive maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and on occasion, replacement.
On 3/19 and 3/20, the Historic Preservation Education Foundation; the Association for Preservation Technology International, Northeast Chapter; Columbia University; and the AIA Historic Resources Committee will present a symposium on the Restoration of Cast and Wrought Iron at Columbia University's Avery Hall. The one-and-a-half day event will feature sessions on the properties and appropriate treatment of historic cast and wrought iron, an evening reception, and walking tour of the Soho Cast Iron Historic District.
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Bard Graduate Center Family Day: March 19th
Dragon Keeper with a Secret!
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 Saturday, March 19th, 2011: Noon to 4:30PM Performance, exhibition tours, art activities, and refreshments Explore the world of Liu Tai (dragon keeper full of color), an imaginary artist who worked during China's Qing dynasty. Shadow-puppet artist Caroline Borderies reveals the secrets of Liu's artwork in a new play for BGC. Take a guided exhibition tour with educator Tracey Grosner, then design your own magical dragon puppet inspired by the creatures and characters in the Cloisonne exhibition. This program is ideal for children ages 6-12 and their adult companions. Free to children 12 and under. $5 Adults and children 13 and older. RSVP recommended. To register, please call 212-501-3011 or email programs@bgc.bard.edu Location: Bard Graduate Center, 18 West 86th Street between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West.
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