The Des Moines Historic Preservation Commission presents.... a workshop on the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.

All projects receiving state or federal historic tax credits must conform to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Historic Rehabilitation. However, even if your project is not receiving tax credits, these standards also represent the "gold standard" for historic rehabilitation. Understanding the Standards can help one gain an intimate knowledge of the historic character and qualities of their home.

NOTE THE NEW DATE!

Join the Des Moines Rehabbers Club for another "work in progress" tour on December 8, 2007, from 9:30 to 11:00 am!

The owners of a historic River Bend home overlooking the Des Moines River have graciously volunteered to lead a tour of their renovation in progress. They are taking on a variety of projects and doing most of the work themselves. No doubt they will have some valuable insights into the project planning and budgeting process (and how both can go by the wayside as work proceeds).

Where: 1961 Arlington, Des Moines

As part of our effort to make the Historic Preservation and Cultural and Entertainment District Tax Credit program as effective as possible, the State Historical Society of Iowa will conduct an informal public hearing on Monday December 17, 2007, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. to review the program’s administrative rules.

Everyone, especially those in Des Moines, is welcomed to attend the hearing at the State Historical Building. Please RSVP to Beth Foster-Hill at the number below if you will be able to attend.

Location
State Historical Building
600 East Locust

Don't miss the first Des Moines Rehabbers Club meeting of 2008!

Jennifer James is a historian, writer, and Drake neighborhood resident. She will be walking you through the process of researching your home's history using a variety of resources available to the public.

This month's meeting information:

Date: Saturday, January 5, 2008
Time: 9:30 to 11:00 - Please be on time so you don't miss any important information
Location: Mickle Center at 1620 Pleasant Street in Des Moines' Sherman Hill neighborhood (see map below)

What: Building a Sustainable Iowa - Basic Workshop
When: Wednesday, Jan. 9 and 10, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Where: Des Moines Botanical Garden

Iowa Center of Sustainable Communities is hosting the 3rd Building a Sustainable Iowa Workshop January 7th through 11th, 2008. We are excited to be bringing back Marc Richmond for the full week to do this professional training.

There is a free homeowner green expo and seminar on January 10, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.

What: Building a Sustainable Iowa - Basic Workshop
When: Wednesday, Jan. 9 and 10, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Where: Des Moines Botanical Garden

Iowa Center of Sustainable Communities is hosting the 3rd Building a Sustainable Iowa Workshop January 7th through 11th, 2008. We are excited to be bringing back Marc Richmond for the full week to do this professional training.

There is a free homeowner green expo and seminar on January 10, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.

This free educational event is the kickoff to Iowa Center on Sustainable Communities' 3rd Annual BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE IOWA Residential Professional Training Workshop. A free reception and fundraiser follows.

What: Homeowner Green Building 101
When: Thursday, Jan. 10, 6:00 - 7:30pm
Where: Des Moines Botanical Garden

Please RSVP by December 21, 2007, by calling Emily at (515)277-6222 or Emily@icosc.com

More information at http://icosc.com/programs_workshops.asp.

What: Building a Sustainable Iowa - Advanced Workshop
When: Wednesday, Jan. 11, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Where: Des Moines Botanical Garden

Iowa Center of Sustainable Communities is hosting the 3rd Building a Sustainable Iowa Workshop January 7th through 11th, 2008. We are excited to be bringing back Marc Richmond for the full week to do this professional training.

There is a free homeowner green expo and seminar on January 10, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.