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SUMMARY:Reconstruct: Historic Masonry Expedition with Fairfield
DESCRIPTION:This is a Two-Day, hands-on educational experience in which you will work side-by-side with professional archaeologists and masons to preserve historic building sites at Montpelier.  The expedition will focus on replacing the failed mortar joints at two mid 19th century houses at Montpelier (Arlington House and the Dr. Madison/Washington House’s  historic chimneys both dating to the mid 19th century). We will review mixing of period-appropriate mortar mixes, brick repairs, and recording existing conditions.  The team will be led by historic mason, Kenneth Tappan of the Fairfield Foundation.\nPreservation expedition at Dr. Madison/Washington House at Montpelier Nov 2023.\nOur focus with the trade program is heritage masonry that provides participants with the range of knowledge needed for the preservation of historic structures. Our programs are attended by both historic home owners as well as students and professionals of historic preservation and historic trades. Participants will learn the techniques and materials needed for masonry restoration/stabilization and proper recording techniques for historic fabric.\nCosts and Deposit\nCost: $500.00 for the two days\nDeposit: $250.00\nWe have payment options– a non-refundable deposit is all you need to reserve your space on one of our programs!\nThis program is also part of a one-week expedition that combines archaeology (Monday through Wednesday) with the Masonry Program (Th and Fri). ( https://www.montpelier.org/events/archaeology_and_masonry_expedition/ )\nNote:  We have scholarships for members of the Montpelier Descendants Committee. Please email dig@montpelier.org for more information.\nIf you have any questions, please email: Dig@montpelier.org ( mailto:Dig@montpelier.org )\n
URL:https://www.montpelier.org/events/reconstruct-historic-masonry-expedition-with-fairfield/
CATEGORIES:Archaeology
LOCATION:11350 Constitution Highway, Montpelier Station, VA 22957
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