Register Now for IPTW 2010: the 14th annual International Preservation Trades Workshop
Frankfort, Kentucky - October 21-23, 2010

Register by September 15th to receive the Early Registration Discount!

After the success of the 2009 Preservation Rendezvous, PTN will be returning to Frankfort, Kentucky, October 21-23, 2010 for IPTW 2010 to be held in partnership with the Kentucky Heritage Council, The Frankfort/Franklin County Tourist & Convention Bureau and the Frankfort Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites. Frankfort is a beautiful historic town with lots of small shops and places to eat all within comfortable walking distance of the main event venue at the Frankfort Convention Center. The Capital Plaza Hotel is adjacent to the convention center and will be the site of the annual Askins Achievement Award Reception and PTN Live Auction. They will offer discounted rates for IPTW attendees. Camping will be available at Cove Springs Park. For folks who don’t feel like camping there are plenty of other lodging options including hotels, motels and local B&Bs.

IPTW 2010 will provide unique opportunities for preservation tradespeople, architects, preservation organization members, historic property stewards, state and local government employees, preservation students, and homeowners to gain understanding of the preservation trades, and create exchanges between preservation professionals and the public through interactive demonstrations, learning sessions, and one-on-one discussions. The International Preservation Trades Workshop is the only annual event in North American which brings the foremost practitioners of the traditional trades together in a single venue dedicated to sharing the skills and knowledge of all of the trades employed in conservation of the built environment. Travel and lodging information <here>

Maximize your IPTW experience by registering for one of two pre-conference workshops. Jonathan Appell will teach a Gravestone Preservation Workshop at historic Frankfort Cemetery, October 19-20. Participants may register for one or both days of hands on interactive conservation and repair techniques. Frankfort Cemetery, founded in 1844, was designed by Scottish landscape architect Robert Carmichael, and modeled on Boston's Mount Auburn Cemetery. It is the final resting place of Daniel Boone and other famous Americans including seventeen Kentucky governors. The Historic Log Building Restoration Workshop, October 13-20, 2010 will focus on the process of authentically restoring and reconstructing a c.1825 log meat house documented and deconstructed during the 2009 Kentucky Preservation Rendezvous. The workshop, which begins on October 13th, one week before IPTW 2010 and runs through Wednesday October 20th, will again be lead by Jim Houston and Rudy Christian plus two other log restoration specialists and will focus on teaching hewing and log notching, laying out and cutting step lapped rafter seats plus repair techniques for damaged wall logs. We will also have a portable sawmill on site to fabricate new rafter and roof sheathing boards which will be installed when the restacked walls are completed. Attendees will have the option of free rustic camping at Cove Spring or taking advantage of discounted hotel room rates at the Capitol Plaza Hotel or any number of local hotels and bed and breakfasts. Historic downtown Frankfort is only minutes away for meals, events and entertainment. <read more>

Call for Demonstration and Session Proposals
We are now accepting demonstration and session proposals for this event. Please review the demonstrator guidelines before submitting a proposal form. Being a demonstrator or presenter at an IPTW or other PTN event or workshop is a great way to share your skills and knowledge and increase your visibility as a leader in the preservation trades.

About Frankfort
Only a short 30 mile drive from Lexington, Frankfort is the state capitol and has an impressive number of attractions for a small city (28,000). Seeing the large dome of the Capitol building on the hill, overlooking the quaint neighborhood of South Frankfort, you will be reminded of the US Capitol in Washington DC. On the grounds of the Capitol is the Governor’s Mansion with its beautiful gardens, the famous floral clock, dressed in seasonal flowers, and an abundance of walking paths where you will find people strolling most any time of day. Just down Capital Ave.

On Second Street check out Rebecca Ruth Candy factory. Creator’s of the world famous bourbon ball chocolates, this sweet stop is always a hit! Tour this small, family run business and see chocolates being made by hand and with the same techniques as when the business began in 1919. Samples are given during the tours, so make sure and stay for a taste! Next wander onto Broadway Street in the heart of the historic downtown district. There is plenty here to do and see. Shop for interesting books, sporty footwear, antiques, KY crafts, and wine, jewelry and Celtic treasures in any of more than 14 shops. Have a bite to eat at one of the 9 restaurants and cafes featuring tasty dishes made with local ingredients. Or sample some delicious ice cream, regionally roasted coffee or Kentucky wines. If you are lucky enough to be in Frankfort on a Friday evening between May and October, come by for the free concerts on the lawn of the Old State Capitol. Featuring local bands these musical nights are a fun way to enjoy this special town. Otherwise, there is live music most evenings at these venues.

If you want to take in the history of the area, stop by the Center for Kentucky History. Featuring the Kentucky Experience, an interactive and interpretive journey through the natural and social history of the state, it is a wonderful place for people of all ages. They offer kids programs, family history workshops, and a museum theater. Their genealogy library is open to the public for research family histories and their 1792 gift shop has many quality Kentucky souvenirs. Just across the street, find the Capital City Museum. This unique site offers interesting displays and articles – all pertaining to the history of the City of Frankfort. They also offer walking tours of Frankfort and seasonal specialty tours of the area. In October, the Murder and Mayhem tour gives visitors an eerie trek through darkened alleys and streets and presents spooky facts about events in the capital city. Another great stop for the history buff is Liberty Hall Historic Site. The original home of John Brown, Kentucky’s first senator, and his son, Orlando, they are decorated with antiques owned by four generations of Brown’s that lived in the houses. On the grounds is a formal boxwood garden with three acres of beautiful perennials and annuals.

For a unique taste of the town, visit Buffalo Trace Distillery. The most award-winning distillery in the world, they proudly hold the title of the oldest continually operating distillery in the country. A trip to Buffalo Trace offers visitors a taste of history, heritage, and of course, fine Kentucky bourbon. If adventure and nature suit you, there are two great places for your visit. Salato Wildlife Education Center located three miles west of Frankfort on US 60 offers hiking trails, lakes for fishing, and exhibits featuring live native plants and animal of the state. Or check out Canoe KY, along the beautiful Elkhorn Creek. They offer canoe and kayak trips on the creek that range from serene to adventurous and are a wonderful way to experience the natural beauty of the area. Whatever you choose to do and see in Frankfort, you will be glad you came! Liberty Hall Historic Site is another worthwhile stop. The home of Kentucky’s first senator, John Brown, the site presents the life of this statesman and his family. The site features two houses: Liberty Hall (1796) and Orlando Brown House (1835) as well as a large historic garden.

Kentucky Heritage Council An agency of the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, the Kentucky Heritage Council / State Historic Preservation Office is responsible for the identification, protection and preservation of historic buildings, sites and cultural resources throughout the Commonwealth, in partnership with other state and federal agencies, local communities and interested citizens. This mission is integral to making communities more livable and has a far-ranging impact on issues as diverse as economic development, jobs creation, affordable housing, tourism, community revitalization, environmental conservation and quality of life.

Frankfort/Franklin County Tourist & Convention Commission The Frankfort/Franklin County Tourist and Convention Commission's Visitors Center, located five blocks from the Kentucky statehouse, offers maps and information about local sites.

Frankfort Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Frankfort’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites maintains several landmarks. Leslie Morris Park on Fort Hill preserves the remains of two Civil War earthwork forts amid a 125-acre forest. The Capital City Museum displays material related to the history of the community. Kentucky River View Park interprets that river’s colorful past, and Cove Spring Park is located at the site of one of the first public municipal reservoirs west of the Appalachians. The department also conducts history related tours and special events.

Hardscuffle, Inc. | American Life and Accident Insurance Company of Kentucky 471 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202 Supporter of Preservation Nana Lampton, Chairman & CEO

LimeWorks.us PO Box 151, Milford Square, PA 18935 LimeWorks.us is a specialized supplier creating compatible lime mortars, plasters and paints used in repairing vintage structures and for building sustainable buildings.

Rochester-Miller Restoration, Inc. 1112 Russell Cave Road, Paris, KY 40361 Miles Miller is the president and owner of Rochester-Miller Restoration Inc. The company was formed in 1981 soon after Miles graduated from the University Of Kentucky College Of Business Administration. Over the past 28 years, Rochester-Miller Restoration's resume of jobs could be a virtual "Where's Where" of the Bluegrass's historical structures. Miles has twice received the Blue Grass Trust's "Preservation Craftsman of the Year" award covering all the trades, as well as the Kentucky Heritage Council's "Service to Preservation" award. He was an eight year board member of Commonwealth Preservation Advocates and Preservation Kentucky. Miles is also a part time Kentucky Community and Technical College System teacher, having taught numerous classes in masonry restoration, and has lectured at numerous Kentucky Heritage Council's, statewide conferences.

Heritage Restoration Inc. 122 Manton Ave, Box #7, Providence, RI 02909 Heritage Restoration, Inc. is an historic building restoration, maintenance and preservation contractor. HRI specializes in design, project planning, general contracting, milling, reproduction, and window & door restoration.

Ray Black & Son, Inc. 349 South 31st St., Paducah, KY 42001 Ray Black & Son, Inc., a family-owned construction company, providing construction services within the Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois region. In addition, Ray Black & Son has become a strong proponent for the preservation of historic buildings. It has received recognition, on both national and local levels, for projects that show an unusually high attention to detail and historic accuracy.

Turner Restoration, LLC PO Box 02775, Detroit, MI 48202 The windows in your home are valuable. At Turner Restoration, we respect the inherent quality of older windows and work to use original materials to restore your windows. We specialize in working with both wood and steel windows, allowing your home to retain its historic look while making it more energy efficient. We believe in practical preservation. We preserve the original windows in your home not just because they are historic, but rather because the windows usually represent the best choice for your home.

Preservation Trades Technology Program, Thaddeus Steven College of Technology 750 East King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 The Preservation Trades Technology Program at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is directed toward those individuals entering or already employed in the building trades who seek the specialized skills in traditional and preservation trades needed to prepare them for this growing segment of the construction industry.  Industry surveys of the Lancaster area have indicated not only a demand for a workforce well trained in these preservation skills, but also that historic building owners recognize the value of proper training and experience in having a successful preservation project.