Learn how to identify important historic details, ornament, and woodwork worth saving. Know how to do your own home inspection and appreciate authentic historic features before you plan a renovation.  Assess the condition of historic rooms with an understanding of original floor plans, how to prioritize preservation needs and finding the right architect or craftsman.   more ...

Learn how to assess your walls and ceilings from plaster to woodwork.  This session will discuss the history of plaster and how it was applied, why older plaster surfaces look so different from more modern types and how to recreate the look and finish of historic plaster.  Wood moldings and finishes will also be reviewed as the other most common decorative element in historic rooms.  
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There are many important municipal processes to be followed when renovating or altering a house: Zoning Boards, Planning Commissions, Critical Areas Review, Permits, Historic District Commissions and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.  more ...

What financial tools are available to owners of historic homes to help defray the cost of exterior restoration?  Tax credits, low interest loans and other incentives are offered to owners of homes located in the National Register or local Historic Districts.  Learn the basics, view the application forms and have your questions answered.  
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