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8 Breakout Sessions and Speakers communication, programs and education. procedures. Neighborhood residents learn how to identify and 4. Contributing to the welfare of the public through community document potentially dangerous conditions which then become part BREAKOUT SESSION 1 service projects. of an accessible local conditions database. Neighborhoods are For more information contact: Barbara J. Byrd, Executive Vice trained to educate their community about the role of city codes in A. Paint It Right. Bob Yapp walks through the myths and realities President, at 11421 Davenport St. Omaha, NE 68154 (402) 333- neighborhood improvement and residents are connected to the of exterior wood repair and how to achieve affordable, long-term 2003 or [email protected] or www.moba.com city’s area resources and organizations to solve problems identified. paint jobs. For more information contact Dr. Russell Smith, Director, UNO Midtown Neighborhood Alliance School of Public Administration, (402) 554-3188 or CONFERENCE, EXHIBITION, AND TOUR Bob Yapp is a nationally known preservation consultant, PBS The Midtown Neighborhood Alliance (MNA) was formed in 2004 to [email protected] or Heather Bloom, UNO Research television host (About Your House with Bob Yapp), columnist, radio encourage, assist and advocate for the economic, community and Associate, (402) 554-2702 or [email protected] show host and old house lover and author of the book, cultural development of historic neighborhoods in and around “Preservation Doesn’t Cost...It Pays.” Omaha. Currently MNA has 12 member organizations: Blackstone Park East Neighborhood Association Saturday, November 5, 2005 Neighborhood Association, Destination Midtown, Field Club The mission of the Park East Neighborhood Association is to build a 8:00 a.m. Registration, Refreshments, Exhibits, Bookstore B. Maintenance and Repair of Historic Brick. Learn the Neighborhood Association, Ford Birthsite Neighborhood strong community through beautification, preservation and best methods to repair and maintain historic brick structures and Association, Gifford Park Neighborhood Association, Joslyn Castle networking. Our boundaries are from 20th Street to 28th Streets 9:00 a.m. Bob Yapp – General Assembly Lecture Auditorium why sand blasting, high pressure water washing and machine Neighborhood Association, Leavenworth Neighborhood Association, and between Dodge and Leavenworth Streets. The organization mortar removal are destructive. Omaha Main Streets, Park East Neighborhood Association, was started in 1973, to bring the residents, businesses and Preservation Doesn’t Cost——It Pays! Realtors Association, West Central Development and Morton organizations in the area together to make Park East a nice Speaker is Seedorff Masonry’s Jeff MacTaggart, a masonry Meadows Neighborhood Association. neighborhood to live, work and visit. Yapp’s presentation is sponsored by Wells Fargo and AIA professional. For more information contact Jim Farho, President, at For more information or to volunteer, please call Eleshia Teet Omaha [email protected] at 402-572-8286 or email her at [email protected] C. Was All Old Brass Hardware Shiny and Yellow? Join metals conservator Deborah Long in an exploration of historic Millard Lumber/ Renaissance Roofing Inc. 10:30 a.m.John Leeke – Keynote Address Auditorium Schollman Hardware 1.800.699.5695 or www.claytileroof.com The Old-House Mechanic’s Manifesto metal finishes and learn how to preserve them and reproduce them on replacement hardware and lighting devices. Contact Michelle Welchert, 5005 S. 135th St., Omaha, NE 68137. (402) 896-2891 or [email protected] Rybin Plumbing & Heating Leeke’s presentation is sponsored by Midtown Neighborhood Deborah Long is the head of the Objects Conservation or www.millardlumber.com Established in 1946, Rybin Plumbing and Heating Co. is a family- Alliance through grants from Mutual of Omaha and the Laboratory at the Nebraska State Historical Society’s Gerald R. owned company with a specialty in plumbing, heating and cooling Ford Conservation Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Long received a for residential, multi-family residential and commercial properties. In Omaha Community Foundation’s Neighborhood Grant National Park Service/ plumbing Rybin repairs, remodels and provides service and is Program provided by the William and Ruth Scott Family Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from University of Delaware with National Historic Landmark Program concentrations in metalwork and ceramics. experienced with domestic hot water. In heating Rybin’s team are Foundation. The National Park Service (NPS) – America’s federal preservation experts in steam and hot water systems along with residential agency, administers the National Historic Landmark (NHL) Program D. Historic Plaster. Learn how to identify, preserve and restore forced air replacement and upgrades. In cooling they can add for the U.S. Secretary of the Interior. Comprising a representative plaster walls. Attendees will be shown how to salvage loose and central cooling in boiler heated homes. 11:45 am to 12:30 pm Exhibits & Bookstore/Book Signings area of 13 states, the NPS Midwest Regional Office is cracked plaster and how to prepare walls for painting. For more Information contact: Jay R. Rybin, Rybin Plumbing Ask an Expert/Lunch headquartered in Omaha. This office administers the NHL Program, and Heating Co. 1822 Vinton St., Omaha, NE 68108 (402) 341- 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm Breakout Session 1 assists with the identification and nomination of, and provides Dick Grace learned the art of plastering under the direction of his 5143 or www.rybin.com monitoring and technical assistance to the more than four-hundred 1:40 pm to 2:40 pm Breakout Session 2 father Rick Grace. Dick has over 35 years of flat and decorative NHLs. 2:40 pm to 3:00 pm Afternoon Break – Exhibitors & plastering experience as well as knowledge in stucco application. SpencerWorks Questions and requests for information should be directed to SpencerWorks all-season hanging windows provide old-world Bookstore 402.661.1910 E. The National and Local Historic Register. What does it craftsmanship with the concealed convenience of a modern storm 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Breakout Session 3 window. The windows allow homeowners to restore the authentic 4:10 pm to 5:10 pm Breakout Session 4 mean to have your property listed on a local or national Nebraska Lied Main Street Program register? How do you get your property listed? Does Omaha look and beauty of their home without sacrificing functionality. For information contact: J.L. Schmidt, Director, 402.323.7338, have its own landmark list? Would being listed affect one’s rights Windows are custom-built and sized, constructed of solid wood and or visit www.nebraskamainstreet.org Breakout Sessions sponsored by the University of Nebraska as a property owner? treated with commercial grade preservative to prevent decay and termite infestation plus the window’s time-proven mortise and tenon Medical Center and The Nebraska Medical Center Nebraska State Historical Society Jim Krance has been the City of Omaha Planning Department joinery is glued and pinned for a lifespan of over 100 years. Enjoy The Nebraska State Historical Society (NSHS) was founded in 1878 staff architect for the Landmark Commission for the past 10 years. the good looks and durability of sliding storm window with bronze Refreshments sponsored by IBEW Local 22/NECA, with the mission to collect and preserve Nebraska’s history for the In his job he also reviews all the landscaping plans for the city of anodized finish – built into the frame and completely concealed from benefit of present and future generations. Carpenters’ District Council of Kansas City & Vicinity Omaha. Jim earned a bachelor’s degree in Architectural Design the outside. To learn more about the exhibits, programs, and research and Leo A Daly and a minor in City Planning from the University of Nebraska at For more information contact SpencerWorks at: 1020 S. 8th St. possibilities at the NSHS, call us at 402-471-3270 or visit our Lincoln. Jim continued his education at the University of Colorado Lincoln, NE 68508 402.499.7848 [email protected] or website at www.nebraskahistory.org. www.spencerworks.com 7 to 10 p.m. Neon Tour organized by 2020 Omaha where he earned a Masters in Architecture with an emphasis on Historic Preservation and the Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings. Omaha Main Streets After college, Jim traveled abroad for three and a half years visiting Sunderland Brothers Co. The mission is to achieve increased economic development through TM Sponsored by Omaha Neon Sign Co. and Neon Products Co. 56 countries to study historic architecture. Jim spends his free time What is your house wearing? You can’t put just anything in a true historic-based preservation in Omaha’s neighborhood shopping Meet at the chartered bus in Mutual of Omaha’s Lot F at 34th restoring two historic buildings located near Spring Lake Park home restoration or renovation. Sunderland Brothers Company has districts using public-private partnerships and planning to strengthen & Dodge Streets by 6:45 p.m. where he also resides. been a part of the design and construction of Omaha and the local community pride, emphasize building and street design surrounding areas since 1883. Their products are part of such improvements, promote greater uses of the district, and add Stacy Stupka-Burda is the National Register Coordinator for the landmarks as St. Cecilia’s Cathedral, and the Nebraska State Capital. monetary value. Nebraska State Historic Preservation Office. Stacy is responsible If you live in an old home, chances are Sunderland supplied the Sunday November 6, 2005 For more information contact Vince Furlong at 120 S. 49th Ave., for the evaluation of historic properties across the state. She original stone and tile. Those who care passionately about the details 1 to 5 p.m. Omaha’s Midtown Neighborhood Tour organized Omaha, NE 68132-3502 or [email protected]. have selected Sunderland Brothers Company as their source for tile, by Landmarks, Inc. assists and guides fellow Nebraskans through the process of listing significant properties in the National Register of Historic Places. stone, cabinets, laminate, and solid surfacing for over 120 years. She received her MA in Anthropology with emphasis in archeology Omaha Neighborhood Scan, For more information visit their showroom at: 9700 J Street. It is Tour sponsored by the Ford Birthsite and the Park East from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. She worked as an open to the public Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 5:30pm and Urban Studies Program, Saturday from 9:00am - 2:00pm. Our design consultants will Neighborhood Associations through grants from the Omaha archeological consultant with the University of Nebraska University of Nebraska at Omaha. Department of Anthropology prior to accepting a position with the help you find the unique products that complement the Community Foundation’s Neighborhood Grant Program Omaha Neighborhood Scan (ONS) works to help educate Nebraska SHPO in 2000. character of your home. When every detail matters, provided by the William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation. neighborhood residents and organizations on code enforcement Sunderlands can help. 2 7 Harman Appliance Sales, Inc. Koleys BREAKOUT SESSION 2 BREAKOUT SESSION 3 Established in 1956, Harman Appliance is a family-owned business Koleys is a family owned business with four generations of quality, that works with builders and contractors to supply major appliances. care, and craftsmanship. At Koleys, refinishing and plating of fine A. Roof Repair, Maintenance and Replacement. Learn how A. Getting Floored. Bob Yapp used to grind the finish and patina Lines include: General Electric, Bosch, Kitchen Aid, Whirlpool, Jenn metal articles is the specialty. Since our beginning in 1919, we have to decide whether to keep, repair or replace your historic tile, from the wood floors in his historic rehabilitations. Yapp will take Air, Asko, Thermador, Gaggenau, Sub Zero and Wolf. endeavored to serve the community in repairing, polishing, and re- slate, asbestos, asphalt or wood roof. Professional roofing the audience step-by-step through a better and often less For more information visit Harman Appliance Sales at 334 N. plating metalwork and fine antiques. Our craftsmen at Koleys strive contractors from Renaissance Roofing will discuss simple expensive way to refinish floors. 115th St. Omaha, NE 68154 or call 334-1883. to restore to original condition, whenever possible, those cherished maintenance techniques and repairs to help roofs last for years. items found in the home, handed down through the generations. (see Bob’s earlier bio) HUD Aside from removal of dents, scratches, or pits, we are able to Speaker is Bob Raleigh with Renaissance Roofing Inc. The Federal Housing Administration, generally known as “FHA”, repair most pieces to original or near original condition. These items B. Choosing Accurate Period Painting Schemes. Painting provides mortgage insurance on loans made by FHA-approved are then polished and refinished in the base metal or is then B. Maintenance and Repair of Stone. Listen to certified British experts will show how to analyze early paint layers and choose an lenders throughout the United States and its territories. FHA insures electro-plated in brass, copper, nickel, fine silver, or even 24k gold, stone conservator Nigel Copsey discuss the maintenance, repair historically accurate paint scheme for your home or business. mortgages on single family and multifamily homes including according to your specifications. Feel free to drop by for a free and restoration of masonry structures. manufactured homes and hospitals. It is the largest insurer of quote. EverGreene Painting Studios, Inc. is a full service architectural arts mortgages in the world, insuring nearly 33 million properties since its Koleys Inc., 2951 Harney St., Omaha, NE 68131, (402)-341-9795 Nigel Copsey worked for eight years as a dry stone waller before studio, specializing in the conservation and restoration of architectural inception in 1934. In addition, HUD ensures safe, decent and E-mail: [email protected] training as a stonemason and carver at Weymouth College in ornament in historic buildings and the design and implementation of affordable housing is available to all without the threat of Dorset, England. He has worked mostly in the field of historic new work. Terry VanderWell has been the Director of Restoration discrimination. In the more than 60 years since the FHA was created, Landmarks Inc. building conservation and is the only stonemason accredited by the for the Midwest Region since 1998 and has been a Project Manager much has changed and Americans are now arguably the best housed Landmark’s Inc is a private, non-profit organization which exists to United Kingdom Institute of Conservation. While he has worked since 1986. Terry has been involved in hundreds of restoration people in the world. HUD has helped greatly with that success. serve as the advocate for the preservation of Omaha’s historic extensively on churches and other grand buildings, his passion is for projects during his tenure with EverGreene and has developed his For more information visit the Nebraska Field Office is located environment. vernacular architecture, buildings that speak most eloquently about knowledge, expertise, and talent through hands-on experience. at: 10909 Mill Valley Road, Omaha, NE 68154 or contact Clifton For more information contact: Landmarks Inc, Joslyn Carriage the lives of ordinary people. While his work as a consultant is E. Jones - Field Policy Management Representative - (402) 492- House, 3838 Davenport Street, Omaha NE 68131. increasing, he considers it essential that the majority of his work C. The Building Envelope. Architect Jerry Berggren will define 3134 or John Thorston - Single family Housing Representative remain hands-on. As quoted by Nigel, “A building and its builders the building envelope as a barrier to moisture penetration in an - (402) 492-3129 Lead Safe Omaha Coalition can only really be understood by being worked upon.” older structure. Learn how to avoid and control mold growth and Lead Safe Omaha Coalition is a non-profit organization bringing wood rot by eliminating water infiltration. IBEW Local 22/NECA together concerned citizens, parents, grandparents, childcare C. What Style is My House? Architectural historian Melissa Dirr IBEW/NECA is a unique partnership between Local 22 of the providers and agencies to end childhood lead poisoning in the will illustrate the development of architectural styles in historic Jerry Berggren, AIA, is the founder and Principal-in-Charge of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the National Omaha/Douglas County area. Lead Safe provides educational homes and businesses in Omaha. She will show the range and Berggren Architects. He graduated in 1971 from Kansas State Electrical Contractors Association. Together we strive to complete materials, workshops and speakers, screenings for children under diversity in Omaha house styles and will help associate them with University with a Bachelor of Architecture Degree and spent a year our projects on budget and on time. We work to address and age six and free healthy home environmental evaluations to identify a particular style. and half working in Kansas City improving neighborhoods and promote safe installations, quality workmanship and proper environmental hazards. business districts for the Urban Renewal Agency. In 1973, he licensing within the electrical industry. Contact Lead Safe Omaha at: 2505 N. 24th St., Suite 211, Melissa Dirr works in the Archeology Division of the Nebraska returned to his native Nebraska and joined a Lincoln based For more information contact Joe Combes, Business Omaha, NE 68110-2279 (402) 451-3730 State Historical Society. As the architectural historian for the division, architectural firm. In 1977 he began private practice under his own Representative, at [email protected] or 331-8147. her primary responsibilities include assisting the Nebraska name. His love of history and historic architecture has focused the Leo A Daly Department of Roads with their federal environmental firm in historic preservation. Jerry has personally participated in over IDCNebraska Leo A Daly’s ongoing commitment to the preservation of the built responsibilities as they relate to historic properties. Other duties 90 restoration projects for more than 60 structures, 55 of these The Interior Coalition of Nebraska (IDCN) promotes the interior and natural environments makes it the perfect choice for include administering the Historic Tax Incentives program for structures are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. He design profession in Nebraska and its benefit to the interior built commercial renovations or restoration projects. Since 1915, Leo A rehabilitation of historic properties as well as public speaking has successfully completed projects in historic restoration, adaptive environment. It is working to ensure the health, safety and welfare Daly has been providing excellence in planning, architecture, regarding Nebraska architectural history. Melissa has a Bachelors reuse, retro-fit, and in new construction. of the public through the establishment of a legal definition of the engineering and interiors that exceed their clients’ expectations. Degree in historic preservation along with a Masters Degree in interior design profession, standards, competency and the Their diverse portfolio includes award-winning work in a range of History focused on architectural history. D. Stucco. Join stucco experts as they give a hands-on promotion of public awareness. industries in Omaha, throughout the United States and in more than demonstration of stucco repair techniques and discuss the For more information go to www.idcnebraska.com 50 countries worldwide. D. 11 Random Rules of Old House Renovation. For over 13 materials and tools needed for restoring older stucco. For more information contact Cindy S. Tooker at: Leo A Daly, years Dundee’s “Old House Mechanic” Don Browers has shared The Joslyn Castle 8600 Indian Hills Drive, Omaha, NE 68114, 402-391-8111 his old house experiences in a column in Dundee’s Neighborhood Speaker is Bob Rose, a local stucco craftsman. Built in 1902, Joslyn Castle was home to George and Sarah Joslyn. [email protected] or www.leoadaly.com newsletter. Now we’ll all get a chance to learn from Don firsthand. The 35 room mansion, situated on five and one-half acres in E. Local, State and Federal Incentives for Historic Midtown Omaha, is unlike any other in Nebraska. Extensive Marvin Windows and Doors/ For about 18 years Don Browers and his wife, Marjorie, have Preservation. Can I get money to help restore my older home or business? Can I get low interest loans for home improvement? renovation projects, such as Sarah’s Morning Room, and the Gold Chicago Lumber Company been restoring a 1921 brick four-square house in Dundee. He What is LB 66 (Amendment 1)? Are there federal tax incentives? Room are now completed and additional restoration work is being Providing quality building products and services in Omaha started writing the column, because Don says it is easier to write Join staff from local and state entities that can help make it easier undertaken by the Friends of Joslyn Castle. The castle is also home since 1876. about old house renovation rather than to actually do it.His columns for you to afford to restore an older property. to the Institute for Sustainable Communities, an organization For more information visit Chicago Lumber at: 1324 Pierce St. are written from the view point of the average old house owner, focused on promoting sustainable development of the built Omaha, NE 68103. www.chicagolumbercompany.com or because Don does not work in any home remodeling or repair Bill Callahan has been with the Historical Society’s State Historic environment. The Joslyn Castle is available for weddings and contact Pat Duesman, Architectural Coordinator at 342-0840 or business. To pay for his hobby of restoring his house, Don works as Preservation Office (SHPO) since 1994. Bill works with the National special events, as well as tours. [email protected] an account executive for KETV, Channel 7. For more information visit www.thejoslyncastle.com Register of Historic Places, Certified Local Government, Nebraska Historic Buildings Survey and public outreach and education Metropolitan Omaha Builders Association Every year thousands of good wood E. Historic Windows. programs. Previously Bill worked in the Illinois State Historic Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Association The Metro Omaha Builders Association, chartered in 1946 and windows are ripped out of older homes and tossed in the The Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Association is home to some of affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders and the Preservation Office 1989-1994 where he saw first-hand how a dumpster. Listen to John Leeke to learn how to save yours from program virtually identical to LB 66 works. Omaha’s most notable structures. From the 222-foot spires of St. Nebraska State Home Builders Association, is an organization of this tragic fate. Cecilia’s Cathedral to the homes on the historic Gold Coast and, of individuals and firms involved in residential and light commercial Norita Collar grew up in the Benson area and has lived most of her course, the Joslyn Castle, the neighborhood encompasses an building and development and related industries. We promote A frequent contributor to Old House Journal, John Leeke grew up eclectic mix of old and new structures, homes, apartments and quality housing and strive to create membership value and a adult life east of 50th Street. Her heart and soul is partial to the rustic in Lincoln, Nebraska and watched his father learn the woodworking and mature neighborhoods of Omaha. Norita attended the University businesses. Our residents live between Dodge and Cuming Streets, favorable building climate by: trade from Keats Lorenz, an early 20th Century woodcarver and of Nebraska at Omaha where she earned a Bachelors of Social Work from 37th Street to Saddle Creek Road. They represent every 1. Maintaining a proactive involvement an response system in architectural stylist who worked on Nebraska’s State Capitol. Leeke and a Masters in Public Administration. Norita has spent the last 11 ethnic, racial, religious and economic group found in the greater governmental activities. now lives in Portland, Maine and gives preservation workshops years with the City of Omaha Planning Department. She is Omaha area, bringing a rich cultural mix to a neighborhood steeped 2. Informing the public of the benefits, value and availability of new through his company Historic Home Works. responsible for administering the City of Omaha homeowner in a century of civic dedication. home ownership. rehabilitation programs, Target Area Program and Reinvestment For more information visit www.joslyn-castle.org 3. Providing opportunities to enhance professionalism through Area Program. 6 3 BREAKOUT SESSION 4 Augustana Cornerstone and 36th Street, Center Street to Pacific Streets. Current activities Augustana Cornerstone was founded in 1997 as a ministry of include new Historic Street Signs and the restoration of Historic A. Porch Preservation. John Leeke, author of the soon-to-be- Augustana Lutheran Church located at 3647 Lafayette Avenue. Lighting in the neighborhood.Yearly events include a large July 4th released National Park Service Preservation Brief Porch Cornerstone was created to revitalize the neighborhoods surrounding Parade, Historic Home Tour, Golf Outing, Pool Party, Spring clean- Preservation, will teach attendees how to repair and save the Church and to assist low-to moderate-income families to become up, Chili Feed, winter luminary and Holiday party. Field Club is truly existing porch details. homeowners. The target area for Cornerstone’s work is the North a “small town” within a larger community. Freeway to 48th Street and Douglas Street to Bedford Avenue, which In November of 2000, the Field Club Historic District was listed (see John’s earlier bio) EXHIBITORY DIRECTORY includes the Bemis Park, Orchard Hill, Prospect Hill and Montclair on the National Register of Historic Places. Please browse these neighborhoods. web pages to learn more about this historic Omaha neighborhood. B. Wallpaper Restoration. Discover the beauty of historic Thank you to the following For more information go to http://www.fieldclubneighborhood.homestead.com/ wallpapers, see samples and slides, and learn tips on the www.augustanacornerstonefoundation.org or call (402) 813-9418 care and conservation of historic wallpaper. Exhibitors and Sponsors for making the Ford Birthsite Neighborhood Association Restore Omaha Conference a reality! Carpenters’ District Council of The Ford Birthsite Neighborhood Association is one of the oldest Dr. Sheila Fairbrass Siegler is the Head of Paper Conservation Kansas City & Vicinity and smallest neighborhood associations in Midtown. The at the Gerald R. Ford Conservation Center in Omaha and an 2020 Omaha Local union 444 represents piledrivers, framers, drywallers, finish association is very active and brings a strong voice to government, Assistant Lecturer in conservation science at the Kilgarin Center for 2020 Omaha is a proactive, volunteer group that promotes the carpenters, ceiling installers, form carpenters, bridge and dock community development and planning officials on behalf of its the Preservation of the Cultural Word at the University of Texas in preservation of Omaha’s 20th Century built environment. 2020 workers, hardwood floor layers, scaffold erectors, riggers welders and residents. The neighborhood was developed between 1890 and Austin. Before moving to America, Dr Siegler worked for 10 years in achieves this mission through public education, documentation of others. Their mission is to represent all carpenters and their families 1920. The neighborhood features a large variety of housing styles. the conservation department at the Tate Gallery in London and historic structures, nomination of structures as local or national in the fight to promote justice, dignity, safety, leadership and improved Many designed by the most distinguished architects of the period. It subsequently worked as a freelance paper conservator for several landmarks, and advocacy for historic preservation.Their goal is to communication in the workplace. They accomplish this by providing is a diverse neighborhood that features unique single family homes major museums and government institutions. nominate Omaha’s top 20 20th Century structures by the year 2020 quality education and training, negotiating fair contracts, supporting and stately turn of the century apartment buildings. and to increase public awareness and understanding of the community involvement and encouraging political involvement. Those that live in the neighborhood are proud of the revitalization Patricia Pixley is a curator for the Douglas County Historical importance of Omaha’s 20th century architectural resources. For more information contact Steven Mulcahy, Business Agent, that is taking place in our area. It is still an affordable place to live, Society, General Crook House Museum and a consultant for such To contact 2020 Omaha call 345-2708 or email at 345-3558 or [email protected] work and play. The association invites you to take a closer look at house museum’s as the Dodge House in Council Bluffs and the Burt [email protected]. the hidden treasure they call home. County Historical Society in Tekamah, Nebraska. She is a member CBS Home – Tim Reeder For more information contact: Jan Quinley, President 3017 of the Heritage Preservation Commission for the City of Omaha and 3DS2 Tim Reeder is a realtor specializing in old and historic homes. Pacific St Omaha NE 68105 346-0311 immediate Past President of the national Victorian Society in 3DS2 is a full-service scanning, civil engineering, land surveying, Licensed in Nebraska and Iowa, and backed by CBSHome, Tim has [email protected] web site FBNAOmaha.com America. and imaging company dedicated to providing highly innovative, the experience, knowledge and tools to make your next real estate technology-based solutions and tools to ensure ongoing success transaction a smooth one. Gifford Park Neighborhood Association Julie Reilly has worked in object conservation for the National and maximum profitability for a company. The company’s roots Contact Tim Reeder at (402) 412-3833 or The Gifford Park Neighborhood Association was formed in 1988 to Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution; the Applied derive from experience in architectural, engineering and [email protected] enhance public safety, promote community building activities and Archeology Center of the National Park Service; the Colonial construction industries, where obtaining truly accurate “as-built” encourage economic and land-use rehabilitation in an effort to Williamsburg Foundation; and the Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur geometry has been a long-standing challenge. With its know-how City of Omaha Planning Department preserve and adapt its late 19th and early 20th century Museum and Gardens. She served as Adjunct Associate Professor and strong track record, 3DS2 developes innovative solutions to The City of Omaha Planning Department’s mission is to serve the infrastructure to modern and contemporary uses. for object conservation for the Winterthur/University of Delaware complex 3-D field data collection and extraction problems. 3DS2 public and improve their quality of life by preparing and implementing For more information on Gifford Park visit www.giffordpark.org Program in Art Conservation and has been an Adjunct Professor for has completed a wide variety of project types for its clients proving plans and programs which alleviate blight and deterioration and which or contact Cynthia Shuck at 556-2090. the Museum Studies Department at the University of Nebraska at their consistency, quality and validating their reputation for guide the orderly growth, development, conservation and Lincoln. She is currently an Associate Director and Chief excellence in their products and services. rehabilitation of the community. They also strive to be responsive to Grape Construction Conservator for the Nebraska State Historical Society where she the expressed health, safety, welfare and development needs of the Grape Construction is a locally owned midtown business with 29 directs the Gerald R. Ford Conservation Center in Omaha. AIA Omaha public through the timely and adequate enforcement and years experience in roofing and specialty work. They’re experienced The American Institute of Architects is a non-profit professional administration of city codes and ordinances. in removing and replacing all styles of roofs including Spanish and C. Tax Credit on a Commercial Project. Join architectural organization established in 1857 and is the only professional For more information contact Planning Main Desk 444-5150; French. They work with different materials including slate and have historian Melissa Dirr and architect Jerry Berggren as they walk organization of Architects in the United States. The AIA represents Zoning and Subdivision Help Desk 444-3426; Code Enforcement the best underlayment system available. All custom copper gutters, you through a federal tax credit project involving a small, local over 70,000 architects across the nation and over 280 Architects in 444-5371; Historic Preservation 444-5770; Permits & Inspections valleys and flashings are fabricated and installed with specialty work commercial building. the Omaha Metropolitan Area. The AIA is committed to increasing the 444-5350; Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation 444-5177; Rental on request. They restore damaged woodwork; replace flat-seam quality of service provided by its members as well as increasing Rehabilitation 444-5201; and Lead Safe Practices 444-5217 copper roofs and rubber roofs and also standing seam. (See Melissa and Jerry’s earlier bios) awareness of the value of Architecture. AIA Omaha seeks to increase References and pictures available upon request from Kenny awareness of the value of Architecture and to bring a collaborative Destination Midtown Grape, 1014 South 37th St. Omaha, NE 68105 402.650.8290 D. Electrical in an Older Home. Join chief electrical inspector and holistic approach to building and development issues in the Destination Midtown is dedicated to returning Midtown Omaha to Terry Scholl for a discussion of older wiring practices and how metropolitan area through public events, lectures, panel discussions prominence as a destination of choice for local residents and visitors. Grobeck Construction they relate to city code. and one on one contact with the people who shape our environment. It is a partnership linking neighborhood associations, businesses, With roots in the community for almost 150 years, Gary Grobeck, For more information go to www.aiaomaha.org public and private institutions, Omaha city government, and the president and owner of Grobeck Construction, has been helping Terry Scholl has 40 years of experience in the electrical field. For Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce. The goal is simple: to Omahans to preserve, restore and recreate their architectural the past seven years he has served as the City of Omaha’s Chief A.J. Moellenbeck Builders and preserve, improve and enhance Midtown Omaha. Sparked by one of heritage for more than two decades. The company specializes in Electrical Inspector. Before joining the City, Terry owned a small Lancaster Conservatories the largest and most proactive planning studies undertaken in serving the owners of the older, established and historic homes and contracting firm and spent 20 years as a plant engineer for Control Al Moellenbeck has spent the last 25 years specializing in custom Omaha, Destination Midtown focuses on a 3.6 square-mile-area businesses of the community and uniquely offers old-world Data Corporation. Terry has a broad range of experience in carpentry work, milling his own trim. Moellenbeck also is the local bordered on the north by Cuming Street, the south by Center Street, craftsmanship and quality in combination with innovation, creativity residential wiring, application and problem trouble shooting and is a distributor for Lancaster Conservatories, Inc., makers of mahogany the east by 24th Street and the west by Saddle Creek Road. and vision. From small remodeling projects to total renovations, member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors. room additions which make it easy to bring the outdoors, indoors. For more information on Destination Midtown contact: Tawanna Grobeck helps homeowners preserve the architectural form and Lancaster Conservatories are designed with an emphasis on Black, Director, 1301 Harney Street Omaha, NE 68102 (402)233- character of their homes while incorporating contemporary durability, safety, and style. Standard features include a heavy duty 7142- telephone (402) 346-7050- fax convenience and function. The company delivers on time, on glazing system, dual pane insulated tempered glass, and triple wall [email protected] or www.destinationmidtown.org budget and insures the quality of its work and the satisfaction of its polycarbonate roofing for strength and insulation. The interior has customers with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Evidence of an oak interior finish that can be finished as you choose. The Dundee Hardware Plus Grobeck Construction’s capabilities and commitment to excellence conservatories are available in many price ranges depending on the Steve Schrader, 5002 Underwood Ave., 554-0821 can be seen in the beautiful and recently renovated Dundee home size, style and options you select. of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Miller at 5416 Izard Street. For more information contact Al Moellenbeck at 740-2888 Field Club Homeowners League For more information contact Gary Grobeck at The Field Club Homeowners League was established in 1947 and [email protected] or 598-8569. is still very active today. It is generally located between 32 Avenue 4 5 BREAKOUT SESSION 4 Augustana Cornerstone and 36th Street, Center Street to Pacific Streets. Current activities Augustana Cornerstone was founded in 1997 as a ministry of include new Historic Street Signs and the restoration of Historic A. Porch Preservation. John Leeke, author of the soon-to-be- Augustana Lutheran Church located at 3647 Lafayette Avenue. Lighting in the neighborhood.Yearly events include a large July 4th released National Park Service Preservation Brief Porch Cornerstone was created to revitalize the neighborhoods surrounding Parade, Historic Home Tour, Golf Outing, Pool Party, Spring clean- Preservation, will teach attendees how to repair and save the Church and to assist low-to moderate-income families to become up, Chili Feed, winter luminary and Holiday party. Field Club is truly existing porch details. homeowners. The target area for Cornerstone’s work is the North a “small town” within a larger community. Freeway to 48th Street and Douglas Street to Bedford Avenue, which In November of 2000, the Field Club Historic District was listed (see John’s earlier bio) EXHIBITORY DIRECTORY includes the Bemis Park, Orchard Hill, Prospect Hill and Montclair on the National Register of Historic Places. Please browse these neighborhoods. web pages to learn more about this historic Omaha neighborhood. B. Wallpaper Restoration. Discover the beauty of historic Thank you to the following For more information go to http://www.fieldclubneighborhood.homestead.com/ wallpapers, see samples and slides, and learn tips on the www.augustanacornerstonefoundation.org or call (402) 813-9418 care and conservation of historic wallpaper. Exhibitors and Sponsors for making the Ford Birthsite Neighborhood Association Restore Omaha Conference a reality! Carpenters’ District Council of The Ford Birthsite Neighborhood Association is one of the oldest Dr. Sheila Fairbrass Siegler is the Head of Paper Conservation Kansas City & Vicinity and smallest neighborhood associations in Midtown. The at the Gerald R. Ford Conservation Center in Omaha and an 2020 Omaha Local union 444 represents piledrivers, framers, drywallers, finish association is very active and brings a strong voice to government, Assistant Lecturer in conservation science at the Kilgarin Center for 2020 Omaha is a proactive, volunteer group that promotes the carpenters, ceiling installers, form carpenters, bridge and dock community development and planning officials on behalf of its the Preservation of the Cultural Word at the University of Texas in preservation of Omaha’s 20th Century built environment. 2020 workers, hardwood floor layers, scaffold erectors, riggers welders and residents. The neighborhood was developed between 1890 and Austin. Before moving to America, Dr Siegler worked for 10 years in achieves this mission through public education, documentation of others. Their mission is to represent all carpenters and their families 1920. The neighborhood features a large variety of housing styles. the conservation department at the Tate Gallery in London and historic structures, nomination of structures as local or national in the fight to promote justice, dignity, safety, leadership and improved Many designed by the most distinguished architects of the period. It subsequently worked as a freelance paper conservator for several landmarks, and advocacy for historic preservation.Their goal is to communication in the workplace. They accomplish this by providing is a diverse neighborhood that features unique single family homes major museums and government institutions. nominate Omaha’s top 20 20th Century structures by the year 2020 quality education and training, negotiating fair contracts, supporting and stately turn of the century apartment buildings. and to increase public awareness and understanding of the community involvement and encouraging political involvement. Those that live in the neighborhood are proud of the revitalization Patricia Pixley is a curator for the Douglas County Historical importance of Omaha’s 20th century architectural resources. For more information contact Steven Mulcahy, Business Agent, that is taking place in our area. It is still an affordable place to live, Society, General Crook House Museum and a consultant for such To contact 2020 Omaha call 345-2708 or email at 345-3558 or [email protected] work and play. The association invites you to take a closer look at house museum’s as the Dodge House in Council Bluffs and the Burt [email protected]. the hidden treasure they call home. County Historical Society in Tekamah, Nebraska. She is a member CBS Home – Tim Reeder For more information contact: Jan Quinley, President 3017 of the Heritage Preservation Commission for the City of Omaha and 3DS2 Tim Reeder is a realtor specializing in old and historic homes. Pacific St Omaha NE 68105 346-0311 immediate Past President of the national Victorian Society in 3DS2 is a full-service scanning, civil engineering, land surveying, Licensed in Nebraska and Iowa, and backed by CBSHome, Tim has [email protected] web site FBNAOmaha.com America. and imaging company dedicated to providing highly innovative, the experience, knowledge and tools to make your next real estate technology-based solutions and tools to ensure ongoing success transaction a smooth one. Gifford Park Neighborhood Association Julie Reilly has worked in object conservation for the National and maximum profitability for a company. The company’s roots Contact Tim Reeder at (402) 412-3833 or The Gifford Park Neighborhood Association was formed in 1988 to Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution; the Applied derive from experience in architectural, engineering and [email protected] enhance public safety, promote community building activities and Archeology Center of the National Park Service; the Colonial construction industries, where obtaining truly accurate “as-built” encourage economic and land-use rehabilitation in an effort to Williamsburg Foundation; and the Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur geometry has been a long-standing challenge. With its know-how City of Omaha Planning Department preserve and adapt its late 19th and early 20th century Museum and Gardens. She served as Adjunct Associate Professor and strong track record, 3DS2 developes innovative solutions to The City of Omaha Planning Department’s mission is to serve the infrastructure to modern and contemporary uses. for object conservation for the Winterthur/University of Delaware complex 3-D field data collection and extraction problems. 3DS2 public and improve their quality of life by preparing and implementing For more information on Gifford Park visit www.giffordpark.org Program in Art Conservation and has been an Adjunct Professor for has completed a wide variety of project types for its clients proving plans and programs which alleviate blight and deterioration and which or contact Cynthia Shuck at 556-2090. the Museum Studies Department at the University of Nebraska at their consistency, quality and validating their reputation for guide the orderly growth, development, conservation and Lincoln. She is currently an Associate Director and Chief excellence in their products and services. rehabilitation of the community. They also strive to be responsive to Grape Construction Conservator for the Nebraska State Historical Society where she the expressed health, safety, welfare and development needs of the Grape Construction is a locally owned midtown business with 29 directs the Gerald R. Ford Conservation Center in Omaha. AIA Omaha public through the timely and adequate enforcement and years experience in roofing and specialty work. They’re experienced The American Institute of Architects is a non-profit professional administration of city codes and ordinances. in removing and replacing all styles of roofs including Spanish and C. Tax Credit on a Commercial Project. Join architectural organization established in 1857 and is the only professional For more information contact Planning Main Desk 444-5150; French. They work with different materials including slate and have historian Melissa Dirr and architect Jerry Berggren as they walk organization of Architects in the United States. The AIA represents Zoning and Subdivision Help Desk 444-3426; Code Enforcement the best underlayment system available. All custom copper gutters, you through a federal tax credit project involving a small, local over 70,000 architects across the nation and over 280 Architects in 444-5371; Historic Preservation 444-5770; Permits & Inspections valleys and flashings are fabricated and installed with specialty work commercial building. the Omaha Metropolitan Area. The AIA is committed to increasing the 444-5350; Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation 444-5177; Rental on request. They restore damaged woodwork; replace flat-seam quality of service provided by its members as well as increasing Rehabilitation 444-5201; and Lead Safe Practices 444-5217 copper roofs and rubber roofs and also standing seam. (See Melissa and Jerry’s earlier bios) awareness of the value of Architecture. AIA Omaha seeks to increase References and pictures available upon request from Kenny awareness of the value of Architecture and to bring a collaborative Destination Midtown Grape, 1014 South 37th St. Omaha, NE 68105 402.650.8290 D. Electrical in an Older Home. Join chief electrical inspector and holistic approach to building and development issues in the Destination Midtown is dedicated to returning Midtown Omaha to Terry Scholl for a discussion of older wiring practices and how metropolitan area through public events, lectures, panel discussions prominence as a destination of choice for local residents and visitors. Grobeck Construction they relate to city code. and one on one contact with the people who shape our environment. It is a partnership linking neighborhood associations, businesses, With roots in the community for almost 150 years, Gary Grobeck, For more information go to www.aiaomaha.org public and private institutions, Omaha city government, and the president and owner of Grobeck Construction, has been helping Terry Scholl has 40 years of experience in the electrical field. For Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce. The goal is simple: to Omahans to preserve, restore and recreate their architectural the past seven years he has served as the City of Omaha’s Chief A.J. Moellenbeck Builders and preserve, improve and enhance Midtown Omaha. Sparked by one of heritage for more than two decades. The company specializes in Electrical Inspector. Before joining the City, Terry owned a small Lancaster Conservatories the largest and most proactive planning studies undertaken in serving the owners of the older, established and historic homes and contracting firm and spent 20 years as a plant engineer for Control Al Moellenbeck has spent the last 25 years specializing in custom Omaha, Destination Midtown focuses on a 3.6 square-mile-area businesses of the community and uniquely offers old-world Data Corporation. Terry has a broad range of experience in carpentry work, milling his own trim. Moellenbeck also is the local bordered on the north by Cuming Street, the south by Center Street, craftsmanship and quality in combination with innovation, creativity residential wiring, application and problem trouble shooting and is a distributor for Lancaster Conservatories, Inc., makers of mahogany the east by 24th Street and the west by Saddle Creek Road. and vision. From small remodeling projects to total renovations, member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors. room additions which make it easy to bring the outdoors, indoors. For more information on Destination Midtown contact: Tawanna Grobeck helps homeowners preserve the architectural form and Lancaster Conservatories are designed with an emphasis on Black, Director, 1301 Harney Street Omaha, NE 68102 (402)233- character of their homes while incorporating contemporary durability, safety, and style. Standard features include a heavy duty 7142- telephone (402) 346-7050- fax convenience and function. The company delivers on time, on glazing system, dual pane insulated tempered glass, and triple wall [email protected] or www.destinationmidtown.org budget and insures the quality of its work and the satisfaction of its polycarbonate roofing for strength and insulation. The interior has customers with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Evidence of an oak interior finish that can be finished as you choose. The Dundee Hardware Plus Grobeck Construction’s capabilities and commitment to excellence conservatories are available in many price ranges depending on the Steve Schrader, 5002 Underwood Ave., 554-0821 can be seen in the beautiful and recently renovated Dundee home size, style and options you select. of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Miller at 5416 Izard Street. For more information contact Al Moellenbeck at 740-2888 Field Club Homeowners League For more information contact Gary Grobeck at The Field Club Homeowners League was established in 1947 and [email protected] or 598-8569. is still very active today. It is generally located between 32 Avenue 4 5 Harman Appliance Sales, Inc. Koleys BREAKOUT SESSION 2 BREAKOUT SESSION 3 Established in 1956, Harman Appliance is a family-owned business Koleys is a family owned business with four generations of quality, that works with builders and contractors to supply major appliances. care, and craftsmanship. At Koleys, refinishing and plating of fine A. Roof Repair, Maintenance and Replacement. Learn how A. Getting Floored. Bob Yapp used to grind the finish and patina Lines include: General Electric, Bosch, Kitchen Aid, Whirlpool, Jenn metal articles is the specialty. Since our beginning in 1919, we have to decide whether to keep, repair or replace your historic tile, from the wood floors in his historic rehabilitations. Yapp will take Air, Asko, Thermador, Gaggenau, Sub Zero and Wolf. endeavored to serve the community in repairing, polishing, and re- slate, asbestos, asphalt or wood roof. Professional roofing the audience step-by-step through a better and often less For more information visit Harman Appliance Sales at 334 N. plating metalwork and fine antiques. Our craftsmen at Koleys strive contractors from Renaissance Roofing will discuss simple expensive way to refinish floors. 115th St. Omaha, NE 68154 or call 334-1883. to restore to original condition, whenever possible, those cherished maintenance techniques and repairs to help roofs last for years. items found in the home, handed down through the generations. (see Bob’s earlier bio) HUD Aside from removal of dents, scratches, or pits, we are able to Speaker is Bob Raleigh with Renaissance Roofing Inc. The Federal Housing Administration, generally known as “FHA”, repair most pieces to original or near original condition. These items B. Choosing Accurate Period Painting Schemes. Painting provides mortgage insurance on loans made by FHA-approved are then polished and refinished in the base metal or is then B. Maintenance and Repair of Stone. Listen to certified British experts will show how to analyze early paint layers and choose an lenders throughout the United States and its territories. FHA insures electro-plated in brass, copper, nickel, fine silver, or even 24k gold, stone conservator Nigel Copsey discuss the maintenance, repair historically accurate paint scheme for your home or business. mortgages on single family and multifamily homes including according to your specifications. Feel free to drop by for a free and restoration of masonry structures. manufactured homes and hospitals. It is the largest insurer of quote. EverGreene Painting Studios, Inc. is a full service architectural arts mortgages in the world, insuring nearly 33 million properties since its Koleys Inc., 2951 Harney St., Omaha, NE 68131, (402)-341-9795 Nigel Copsey worked for eight years as a dry stone waller before studio, specializing in the conservation and restoration of architectural inception in 1934. In addition, HUD ensures safe, decent and E-mail: [email protected] training as a stonemason and carver at Weymouth College in ornament in historic buildings and the design and implementation of affordable housing is available to all without the threat of Dorset, England. He has worked mostly in the field of historic new work. Terry VanderWell has been the Director of Restoration discrimination. In the more than 60 years since the FHA was created, Landmarks Inc. building conservation and is the only stonemason accredited by the for the Midwest Region since 1998 and has been a Project Manager much has changed and Americans are now arguably the best housed Landmark’s Inc is a private, non-profit organization which exists to United Kingdom Institute of Conservation. While he has worked since 1986. Terry has been involved in hundreds of restoration people in the world. HUD has helped greatly with that success. serve as the advocate for the preservation of Omaha’s historic extensively on churches and other grand buildings, his passion is for projects during his tenure with EverGreene and has developed his For more information visit the Nebraska Field Office is located environment. vernacular architecture, buildings that speak most eloquently about knowledge, expertise, and talent through hands-on experience. at: 10909 Mill Valley Road, Omaha, NE 68154 or contact Clifton For more information contact: Landmarks Inc, Joslyn Carriage the lives of ordinary people. While his work as a consultant is E. Jones - Field Policy Management Representative - (402) 492- House, 3838 Davenport Street, Omaha NE 68131. increasing, he considers it essential that the majority of his work C. The Building Envelope. Architect Jerry Berggren will define 3134 or John Thorston - Single family Housing Representative remain hands-on. As quoted by Nigel, “A building and its builders the building envelope as a barrier to moisture penetration in an - (402) 492-3129 Lead Safe Omaha Coalition can only really be understood by being worked upon.” older structure. Learn how to avoid and control mold growth and Lead Safe Omaha Coalition is a non-profit organization bringing wood rot by eliminating water infiltration. IBEW Local 22/NECA together concerned citizens, parents, grandparents, childcare C. What Style is My House? Architectural historian Melissa Dirr IBEW/NECA is a unique partnership between Local 22 of the providers and agencies to end childhood lead poisoning in the will illustrate the development of architectural styles in historic Jerry Berggren, AIA, is the founder and Principal-in-Charge of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the National Omaha/Douglas County area. Lead Safe provides educational homes and businesses in Omaha. She will show the range and Berggren Architects. He graduated in 1971 from Kansas State Electrical Contractors Association. Together we strive to complete materials, workshops and speakers, screenings for children under diversity in Omaha house styles and will help associate them with University with a Bachelor of Architecture Degree and spent a year our projects on budget and on time. We work to address and age six and free healthy home environmental evaluations to identify a particular style. and half working in Kansas City improving neighborhoods and promote safe installations, quality workmanship and proper environmental hazards. business districts for the Urban Renewal Agency. In 1973, he licensing within the electrical industry. Contact Lead Safe Omaha at: 2505 N. 24th St., Suite 211, Melissa Dirr works in the Archeology Division of the Nebraska returned to his native Nebraska and joined a Lincoln based For more information contact Joe Combes, Business Omaha, NE 68110-2279 (402) 451-3730 State Historical Society. As the architectural historian for the division, architectural firm. In 1977 he began private practice under his own Representative, at [email protected] or 331-8147. her primary responsibilities include assisting the Nebraska name. His love of history and historic architecture has focused the Leo A Daly Department of Roads with their federal environmental firm in historic preservation. Jerry has personally participated in over IDCNebraska Leo A Daly’s ongoing commitment to the preservation of the built responsibilities as they relate to historic properties. Other duties 90 restoration projects for more than 60 structures, 55 of these The Interior Coalition of Nebraska (IDCN) promotes the interior and natural environments makes it the perfect choice for include administering the Historic Tax Incentives program for structures are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. He design profession in Nebraska and its benefit to the interior built commercial renovations or restoration projects. Since 1915, Leo A rehabilitation of historic properties as well as public speaking has successfully completed projects in historic restoration, adaptive environment. It is working to ensure the health, safety and welfare Daly has been providing excellence in planning, architecture, regarding Nebraska architectural history. Melissa has a Bachelors reuse, retro-fit, and in new construction. of the public through the establishment of a legal definition of the engineering and interiors that exceed their clients’ expectations. Degree in historic preservation along with a Masters Degree in interior design profession, standards, competency and the Their diverse portfolio includes award-winning work in a range of History focused on architectural history. D. Stucco. Join stucco experts as they give a hands-on promotion of public awareness. industries in Omaha, throughout the United States and in more than demonstration of stucco repair techniques and discuss the For more information go to www.idcnebraska.com 50 countries worldwide. D. 11 Random Rules of Old House Renovation. For over 13 materials and tools needed for restoring older stucco. For more information contact Cindy S. Tooker at: Leo A Daly, years Dundee’s “Old House Mechanic” Don Browers has shared The Joslyn Castle 8600 Indian Hills Drive, Omaha, NE 68114, 402-391-8111 his old house experiences in a column in Dundee’s Neighborhood Speaker is Bob Rose, a local stucco craftsman. Built in 1902, Joslyn Castle was home to George and Sarah Joslyn. [email protected] or www.leoadaly.com newsletter. Now we’ll all get a chance to learn from Don firsthand. The 35 room mansion, situated on five and one-half acres in E. Local, State and Federal Incentives for Historic Midtown Omaha, is unlike any other in Nebraska. Extensive Marvin Windows and Doors/ For about 18 years Don Browers and his wife, Marjorie, have Preservation. Can I get money to help restore my older home or business? Can I get low interest loans for home improvement? renovation projects, such as Sarah’s Morning Room, and the Gold Chicago Lumber Company been restoring a 1921 brick four-square house in Dundee. He What is LB 66 (Amendment 1)? Are there federal tax incentives? Room are now completed and additional restoration work is being Providing quality building products and services in Omaha started writing the column, because Don says it is easier to write Join staff from local and state entities that can help make it easier undertaken by the Friends of Joslyn Castle. The castle is also home since 1876. about old house renovation rather than to actually do it.His columns for you to afford to restore an older property. to the Institute for Sustainable Communities, an organization For more information visit Chicago Lumber at: 1324 Pierce St. are written from the view point of the average old house owner, focused on promoting sustainable development of the built Omaha, NE 68103. www.chicagolumbercompany.com or because Don does not work in any home remodeling or repair Bill Callahan has been with the Historical Society’s State Historic environment. The Joslyn Castle is available for weddings and contact Pat Duesman, Architectural Coordinator at 342-0840 or business. To pay for his hobby of restoring his house, Don works as Preservation Office (SHPO) since 1994. Bill works with the National special events, as well as tours. [email protected] an account executive for KETV, Channel 7. For more information visit www.thejoslyncastle.com Register of Historic Places, Certified Local Government, Nebraska Historic Buildings Survey and public outreach and education Metropolitan Omaha Builders Association Every year thousands of good wood E. Historic Windows. programs. Previously Bill worked in the Illinois State Historic Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Association The Metro Omaha Builders Association, chartered in 1946 and windows are ripped out of older homes and tossed in the The Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Association is home to some of affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders and the Preservation Office 1989-1994 where he saw first-hand how a dumpster. Listen to John Leeke to learn how to save yours from program virtually identical to LB 66 works. Omaha’s most notable structures. From the 222-foot spires of St. Nebraska State Home Builders Association, is an organization of this tragic fate. Cecilia’s Cathedral to the homes on the historic Gold Coast and, of individuals and firms involved in residential and light commercial Norita Collar grew up in the Benson area and has lived most of her course, the Joslyn Castle, the neighborhood encompasses an building and development and related industries. We promote A frequent contributor to Old House Journal, John Leeke grew up eclectic mix of old and new structures, homes, apartments and quality housing and strive to create membership value and a adult life east of 50th Street. Her heart and soul is partial to the rustic in Lincoln, Nebraska and watched his father learn the woodworking and mature neighborhoods of Omaha. Norita attended the University businesses. Our residents live between Dodge and Cuming Streets, favorable building climate by: trade from Keats Lorenz, an early 20th Century woodcarver and of Nebraska at Omaha where she earned a Bachelors of Social Work from 37th Street to Saddle Creek Road. They represent every 1. Maintaining a proactive involvement an response system in architectural stylist who worked on Nebraska’s State Capitol. Leeke and a Masters in Public Administration. Norita has spent the last 11 ethnic, racial, religious and economic group found in the greater governmental activities. now lives in Portland, Maine and gives preservation workshops years with the City of Omaha Planning Department. She is Omaha area, bringing a rich cultural mix to a neighborhood steeped 2. Informing the public of the benefits, value and availability of new through his company Historic Home Works. responsible for administering the City of Omaha homeowner in a century of civic dedication. home ownership. rehabilitation programs, Target Area Program and Reinvestment For more information visit www.joslyn-castle.org 3. Providing opportunities to enhance professionalism through Area Program. 6 3 Breakout Sessions and Speakers communication, programs and education. procedures. Neighborhood residents learn how to identify and 4. Contributing to the welfare of the public through community document potentially dangerous conditions which then become part BREAKOUT SESSION 1 service projects. of an accessible local conditions database. Neighborhoods are For more information contact: Barbara J. Byrd, Executive Vice trained to educate their community about the role of city codes in A. Paint It Right. Bob Yapp walks through the myths and realities President, at 11421 Davenport St. Omaha, NE 68154 (402) 333- neighborhood improvement and residents are connected to the of exterior wood repair and how to achieve affordable, long-term 2003 or [email protected] or www.moba.com city’s area resources and organizations to solve problems identified. paint jobs. For more information contact Dr. Russell Smith, Director, UNO Midtown Neighborhood Alliance School of Public Administration, (402) 554-3188 or CONFERENCE, EXHIBITION, AND TOUR Bob Yapp is a nationally known preservation consultant, PBS The Midtown Neighborhood Alliance (MNA) was formed in 2004 to [email protected] or Heather Bloom, UNO Research television host (About Your House with Bob Yapp), columnist, radio encourage, assist and advocate for the economic, community and Associate, (402) 554-2702 or [email protected] show host and old house lover and author of the book, cultural development of historic neighborhoods in and around “Preservation Doesn’t Cost...It Pays.” Omaha. Currently MNA has 12 member organizations: Blackstone Park East Neighborhood Association Saturday, November 5, 2005 Neighborhood Association, Destination Midtown, Field Club The mission of the Park East Neighborhood Association is to build a 8:00 a.m. Registration, Refreshments, Exhibits, Bookstore B. Maintenance and Repair of Historic Brick. Learn the Neighborhood Association, Ford Birthsite Neighborhood strong community through beautification, preservation and best methods to repair and maintain historic brick structures and Association, Gifford Park Neighborhood Association, Joslyn Castle networking. Our boundaries are from 20th Street to 28th Streets 9:00 a.m. Bob Yapp – General Assembly Lecture Auditorium why sand blasting, high pressure water washing and machine Neighborhood Association, Leavenworth Neighborhood Association, and between Dodge and Leavenworth Streets. The organization mortar removal are destructive. Omaha Main Streets, Park East Neighborhood Association, was started in 1973, to bring the residents, businesses and Preservation Doesn’t Cost——It Pays! Realtors Association, West Central Development and Morton organizations in the area together to make Park East a nice Speaker is Seedorff Masonry’s Jeff MacTaggart, a masonry Meadows Neighborhood Association. neighborhood to live, work and visit. Yapp’s presentation is sponsored by Wells Fargo and AIA professional. For more information contact Jim Farho, President, at For more information or to volunteer, please call Eleshia Teet Omaha [email protected] at 402-572-8286 or email her at [email protected] C. Was All Old Brass Hardware Shiny and Yellow? Join metals conservator Deborah Long in an exploration of historic Millard Lumber/ Renaissance Roofing Inc. 10:30 a.m.John Leeke – Keynote Address Auditorium Schollman Hardware 1.800.699.5695 or www.claytileroof.com The Old-House Mechanic’s Manifesto metal finishes and learn how to preserve them and reproduce them on replacement hardware and lighting devices. Contact Michelle Welchert, 5005 S. 135th St., Omaha, NE 68137. (402) 896-2891 or [email protected] Rybin Plumbing & Heating Leeke’s presentation is sponsored by Midtown Neighborhood Deborah Long is the head of the Objects Conservation or www.millardlumber.com Established in 1946, Rybin Plumbing and Heating Co. is a family- Alliance through grants from Mutual of Omaha and the Laboratory at the Nebraska State Historical Society’s Gerald R. owned company with a specialty in plumbing, heating and cooling Ford Conservation Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Long received a for residential, multi-family residential and commercial properties. In Omaha Community Foundation’s Neighborhood Grant National Park Service/ plumbing Rybin repairs, remodels and provides service and is Program provided by the William and Ruth Scott Family Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from University of Delaware with National Historic Landmark Program concentrations in metalwork and ceramics. experienced with domestic hot water. In heating Rybin’s team are Foundation. The National Park Service (NPS) – America’s federal preservation experts in steam and hot water systems along with residential agency, administers the National Historic Landmark (NHL) Program D. Historic Plaster. Learn how to identify, preserve and restore forced air replacement and upgrades. In cooling they can add for the U.S. Secretary of the Interior. Comprising a representative plaster walls. Attendees will be shown how to salvage loose and central cooling in boiler heated homes. 11:45 am to 12:30 pm Exhibits & Bookstore/Book Signings area of 13 states, the NPS Midwest Regional Office is cracked plaster and how to prepare walls for painting. For more Information contact: Jay R. Rybin, Rybin Plumbing Ask an Expert/Lunch headquartered in Omaha. This office administers the NHL Program, and Heating Co. 1822 Vinton St., Omaha, NE 68108 (402) 341- 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm Breakout Session 1 assists with the identification and nomination of, and provides Dick Grace learned the art of plastering under the direction of his 5143 or www.rybin.com monitoring and technical assistance to the more than four-hundred 1:40 pm to 2:40 pm Breakout Session 2 father Rick Grace. Dick has over 35 years of flat and decorative NHLs. 2:40 pm to 3:00 pm Afternoon Break – Exhibitors & plastering experience as well as knowledge in stucco application. SpencerWorks Questions and requests for information should be directed to SpencerWorks all-season hanging windows provide old-world Bookstore 402.661.1910 E. The National and Local Historic Register. What does it craftsmanship with the concealed convenience of a modern storm 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Breakout Session 3 window. The windows allow homeowners to restore the authentic 4:10 pm to 5:10 pm Breakout Session 4 mean to have your property listed on a local or national Nebraska Lied Main Street Program register? How do you get your property listed? Does Omaha look and beauty of their home without sacrificing functionality. For information contact: J.L. Schmidt, Director, 402.323.7338, have its own landmark list? Would being listed affect one’s rights Windows are custom-built and sized, constructed of solid wood and or visit www.nebraskamainstreet.org Breakout Sessions sponsored by the University of Nebraska as a property owner? treated with commercial grade preservative to prevent decay and termite infestation plus the window’s time-proven mortise and tenon Medical Center and The Nebraska Medical Center Nebraska State Historical Society Jim Krance has been the City of Omaha Planning Department joinery is glued and pinned for a lifespan of over 100 years. Enjoy The Nebraska State Historical Society (NSHS) was founded in 1878 staff architect for the Landmark Commission for the past 10 years. the good looks and durability of sliding storm window with bronze Refreshments sponsored by IBEW Local 22/NECA, with the mission to collect and preserve Nebraska’s history for the In his job he also reviews all the landscaping plans for the city of anodized finish – built into the frame and completely concealed from benefit of present and future generations. Carpenters’ District Council of Kansas City & Vicinity Omaha. Jim earned a bachelor’s degree in Architectural Design the outside. To learn more about the exhibits, programs, and research and Leo A Daly and a minor in City Planning from the University of Nebraska at For more information contact SpencerWorks at: 1020 S. 8th St. possibilities at the NSHS, call us at 402-471-3270 or visit our Lincoln. Jim continued his education at the University of Colorado Lincoln, NE 68508 402.499.7848 [email protected] or website at www.nebraskahistory.org. www.spencerworks.com 7 to 10 p.m. Neon Tour organized by 2020 Omaha where he earned a Masters in Architecture with an emphasis on Historic Preservation and the Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings. Omaha Main Streets After college, Jim traveled abroad for three and a half years visiting Sunderland Brothers Co. The mission is to achieve increased economic development through TM Sponsored by Omaha Neon Sign Co. and Neon Products Co. 56 countries to study historic architecture. Jim spends his free time What is your house wearing? You can’t put just anything in a true historic-based preservation in Omaha’s neighborhood shopping Meet at the chartered bus in Mutual of Omaha’s Lot F at 34th restoring two historic buildings located near Spring Lake Park home restoration or renovation. Sunderland Brothers Company has districts using public-private partnerships and planning to strengthen & Dodge Streets by 6:45 p.m. where he also resides. been a part of the design and construction of Omaha and the local community pride, emphasize building and street design surrounding areas since 1883. Their products are part of such improvements, promote greater uses of the district, and add Stacy Stupka-Burda is the National Register Coordinator for the landmarks as St. Cecilia’s Cathedral, and the Nebraska State Capital. monetary value. Nebraska State Historic Preservation Office. Stacy is responsible If you live in an old home, chances are Sunderland supplied the Sunday November 6, 2005 For more information contact Vince Furlong at 120 S. 49th Ave., for the evaluation of historic properties across the state. She original stone and tile. Those who care passionately about the details 1 to 5 p.m. Omaha’s Midtown Neighborhood Tour organized Omaha, NE 68132-3502 or [email protected]. have selected Sunderland Brothers Company as their source for tile, by Landmarks, Inc. assists and guides fellow Nebraskans through the process of listing significant properties in the National Register of Historic Places. stone, cabinets, laminate, and solid surfacing for over 120 years. She received her MA in Anthropology with emphasis in archeology Omaha Neighborhood Scan, For more information visit their showroom at: 9700 J Street. It is Tour sponsored by the Ford Birthsite and the Park East from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. She worked as an open to the public Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 5:30pm and Urban Studies Program, Saturday from 9:00am - 2:00pm. Our design consultants will Neighborhood Associations through grants from the Omaha archeological consultant with the University of Nebraska University of Nebraska at Omaha. Department of Anthropology prior to accepting a position with the help you find the unique products that complement the Community Foundation’s Neighborhood Grant Program Omaha Neighborhood Scan (ONS) works to help educate Nebraska SHPO in 2000. character of your home. When every detail matters, provided by the William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation. neighborhood residents and organizations on code enforcement Sunderlands can help. 2 7 Well Fargo Bank and The Bookworm Bookstore Countryside Village, 8702 Pacific St., Omaha, NE 68114. Wells Fargo Home Mortgage All types of homeowners and homebuyers can enjoy the benefits of 402.392.2877. the Wells Fargo Home Mortgage renovation financing program. Any The Reader qualified borrower who plans to purchase or refinance a primary residence, second home, vacation home or an investment property to The Reader has been the metropolitan newsweekly of Omaha, make renovations is eligible. 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The university has set a goal of reaching $200 million in by the William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation. Ron Abdouch, Neighborhood Center for Greater Omaha extramural research by the end of 2009. Tawanna Black, Destination Midtown Major projects in the last decade include the Durham Research Additional supporters include: Center, a 10-level, $77 million research structure in which world-class Norita Collar, City of Omaha Planning Department scientists are searching for answers to questions in transplantation Mr. and Mrs. Harold W. Andersen, Grabow Hardware, Jim Farho, Midtown Neighborhood Alliance biology, neurosciences, cardiovascular disease, eye disease and McGill Restoration Inc., Neighborhood Center for Chris Foster, Gifford Park Neighborhood Assoc. genetics, among others; the Durham Outpatient Center, which Greater Omaha, J. 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