Preservation Chapel Hill E-Newsletter

September
2014

Upcoming Events

 

September 6
Walk This Way!

 Old Chapel Hill Cemetery Meet at Cemetery Gazebo
 3 - 4:30 pm

$5 per person

 

September 7  

Art Exhibition
Opening Reception
John Beerman Photography

Horace Williams House 

2 - 4 pm

free and open to the public 

     

September 7 

Walk This Way!
Historic Carrboro

Meet at Carrboro Town Hall 

2 - 3:30 pm 

$5 per person 

 

September 13  

Walk This Way!

Anonymous was a Woman
 Meet at  

Horace Williams House
 3 - 4:30 pm

$5 per person

 

September 15
Board of Directors Meeting
Horace Williams House
4:30 pm

September 17
Walk This Way!
Fact & Folklore
of Franklin Street
Meet at
Horace Williams House
2 - 3:30 pm
$5 per person

September 20
Walk This Way!
Old Chapel Hill Cemetery
Meet at Cemetery Gazebo
3 - 4:30 pm
$5 per person

September 21
Member Recognition Party
Horace Williams House
6 - 7:30 pm
Free - Members Only

September 24
Walk This Way!
Historic Carrboro
Meet at Carrboro Town Hall
10:30 am - 12 pm
$5 per person

September 27
Walk This Way!
Fact & Folklore
of Franklin Street
Meet at
Horace Williams House
12 - 1:30 pm
$5 per person

For more information about events, visit our event calendar here.


News from our Neighbors


Preservation North Carolina

75th Anniversary Celebration
Orange County Ramble 

Preservation North Carolina is celebrating its Diamond Anniversary with a series of statewide Roadshow events. Join us for a Preservation Celebration in Orange County on Sunday, September 7. 

  

The Nash-Hooper House (1768) in Hillsborough

  

The Hooper-Kyser House (1820) in Chapel Hill  

  

The newly restored Edward Kidder Graham House (1906) in Chapel Hill

  

We are excited for this opportunity to show off this group of fine and important historic homes.

  

Brunch at Ayr Mount will run from 11:00-2:00; the properties will be open for tours from 1:00-5:00 with guests providing their own transportation. The cost will be $40 per person.

Online event ticket sales will be available soon. If you have questions, or are interested in sponsoring this great event, please contact Shannon Phillips at [email protected] or 919-832-3652 x 229.

  

To learn more, visit the Preservation North Carolina website here. 

Horace Williams House 
Back to School

It's not just back to school for our kids this fall, learning is a lifelong process for everyone! There are a number of great opportunities to learn about historic preservation through seminars, workshops, and conferences this fall.

Preservation North Carolina Conference
October 8-10
Raleigh, North Carolina
Preservation North Carolina is celebrating its 75th Anniversary during the annual conference in Raleigh this October. Hear presentations by our statewide colleagues and partners in preservation, as well as field sessions and field trips exploring preservation in Raleigh. Registration is now open.

National Preservation Conference
November 11-14
Savannah, Georgia
The National Trust for Historic Preservation will host its annual conference, themed "Past Forward," in Savannah this year. Listen to talks by innovative preservationists nationwide, participate in workshops to learn new skills, enjoy one of the many tours of Savannah's preservation successes, and network with other preservationists, vendors, educators, contractors, and historic property owners from across the country. Pre-registration ends on November 6th.

National Preservation Institute
Various Dates and Locations
The National Preservation Institute offers workshops and seminars in historic preservation topics in various locations across the county throughout the year. Topics include preservation planning, laws and regulations, cultural resource management, Native American resources, historic property management, and stewardship. Greensboro is a popular location for a variety of seminars, as well as other locations in the southeast. Click the link above for a full schedule. 

This is just a small sample of educational opportunities in historic preservation this fall. Click here for more! 
Calling all Golfers!

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce will hold it's 20th annual Performance Golf Classic on September 8th. Preservation Chapel Hill is a member of the Chamber, so if you're interested in representing PCH at the tournament - and getting a round of golf at Governor's Club - contact Cheri today!
Save the Date for Fall Events 

Member Recognition Party
All Preservation Chapel Hill members are invited to join us for a celebration on September 21st from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Horace Williams House. Catering will be provided by Mediterranean Deli and adult beverages by Top of the Hill. Watch the mail for your invitation!

Not a member? Join today by calling 919-942-7818 or visit www.preservationchapelhill.org. Memberships start at just $35!

Not sure if you renewed? Give us a call and we'll be glad to check your membership status!

The Member Recognition Party is sponsored by Mediterranean Deli, Top of the Hill Restaurant and Brewery, Steve Biddy Painting, and Service Experts of the Triangle.


Voices from the Grave
Join us October 24th and 25th, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, for our annual Voices from the Grave: Haunted Tours of the Old Chapel Hill Cemetery in partnership with Deep Dish Theater. Tour the cemetery by lantern light and visit spirits from Chapel Hill's past. Keep an out for a Groupon deal!

Interested in volunteering? Contact Cassie Bennett if you're interested in leading tours for this spooky event.

Sponsorships are also available for Voices from the Grave, starting at just $100 for an advertisement in our playbill. Contact Cassie Bennett for more information.


Happy Hour Wine Tasting 
Come to the Horace Williams House on Friday, November 7th to enjoy a wine tasting! Wine will also be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Preservation Chapel Hill historic preservation advocacy programs.


Holiday House Tour 
The annual Holiday House Tour will be held Saturday, December 6th, from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Explore Gimghoul, one of Chapel Hill's oldest and most historic neighborhoods. Tickets go on sale November 1st.

Interested in volunteering? We need volunteers for marketing the tour, researching the neighborhood, and serving as house docents the day of the tour. Contact Cassie Bennett if you're interested in volunteering.

Sponsorships are also available for the Holiday House Tour, and include advertising in the ticket booklet, complimentary tickets, and more! Sponsors have the opportunity to reach over 600 people right here in the Triangle during this event. Contact Cassie Bennett for more information.