Billed as “THAT Old House,” the day of workshops at the Tuscarawas County Center for the Arts featured presentations on identifying architectural styles, researching house and building histories, paint preparation and choice for period homes, masonry repair and restoration, window glazing, faux painting, interior design and more. Speakers included both local experts and representatives from companies involved in restoration trades. The walls were lined with displays on local architectural history, as well as exhibits from vendors from across the state.
Preservation Ohio was pleased to be a part of the event. Executive Director Thomas Palmer provided opening keynote remarks on the importance of preservation, including both its intangible and tangible benefits. The night before, Thomas journeyed with Board members of the TCHHA to the small western Tuscarawas County town of Ragersville, where the group awarded three of their coveted plaques to properties in the village, among which was the town’s original schoolhouse, built in 1830.
We took plenty of pictures during the day, and several are included below. Click here to reach the website of the Tuscarawas County Heritage Homes Association, sponsors of the event. Congratulations again to the TCHAA for an excellent program.
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