November 2019
Early Victorian Christmas at Blandwood
The Early Victorian Period in Greensboro was one of growth and change, as new educational and industrial opportunities brought a greater diversity of traditions and customs to the region. During this period, holiday festivities evolved and changed as modest “backwoods” practices began to embrace national and international traditions.Explore Blandwood to learn about evolving mid-nineteenth century holiday traditions. The mansion is fully decorated in local and period greenery, as if prepared for a grand Christmas Ball! Guided tours are offered during museum hours, and group tours are encouraged.…
Find out more »Love-A-Landmark in Fisher Park
Our fundraising series continues in the Fisher Park neighborhood at the 1913 Leak House! The house was designed by one of Greensboro’s esteemed architects, J. H. Hopkins for Minnie Lyon and Frank Leak. The couple had two children, Mildred and Mary Lyon. Mary Lyon later married Arthur Caine, and in 1966 she was the first president of Preservation Greensboro. Mary Lyon's daughter, Anita Caine Schenck, also grew up in the house, and she too was deeply involved with leadership of…
Find out more »Third Thursday With Preservation Greensboro
Preservation Greensboro invites all who are new to join in the Historic Preservation (HP) discussion. If you are new to Greensboro, new to historic preservation, or new to Preservation Greensboro, we want to meet you and geek out over Historic Preservation! We will meet every third Thursday of each month at a local bar (which are in historic buildings) and discuss. Not new but want to find more people to talk about preservation with? Come join us! All are welcome!…
Find out more »December 2019
14th Annual Preservation Greensboro Holiday Party at Blandwood
Attendees may explore the candlelit chambers of Greensboro’s most historic mansion. This evening event includes an elegant beverage with light hors d’oeuvres and holiday cheer.
Find out more »Third Thursday With Preservation Greensboro
Preservation Greensboro invites all who are new to join in the Historic Preservation (HP) discussion. If you are new to Greensboro, new to historic preservation, or new to Preservation Greensboro, we want to meet you and geek out over Historic Preservation! We will meet every third Thursday of each month at a local bar (which are in historic buildings) and discuss. Not new but want to find more people to talk about preservation with? Come join us! All are welcome!…
Find out more »January 2020
Third Thursday With Preservation Greensboro
Preservation Greensboro invites all who are new to join in the Historic Preservation (HP) discussion. If you are new to Greensboro, new to historic preservation, or new to Preservation Greensboro, we want to meet you and geek out over Historic Preservation! We will meet every third Thursday of each month at a local bar (which are in historic buildings) and discuss. Not new but want to find more people to talk about preservation with? Come join us! All are welcome!…
Find out more »February 2020
Preservation Greensboro’s 54th Annual Meeting
This meeting serves as Preservation Greensboro’s annual General Membership Meeting that will include election of board and presentation of Preservation Awards. In addition to awards and a community update by our executive director Benjamin Briggs, attendees will learn more about a special new initiative of the organization. Preservation Greensboro seeks to address community unemployment challenges by promoting specialized skills and traditional trades. This initiative mirrors Michigan’s Living Trades Academy, a program to develop a skilled workforce by training unemployed and…
Find out more »Third Thursday With Preservation Greensboro
Preservation Greensboro invites all who are new to join in the Historic Preservation (HP) discussion. If you are new to Greensboro, new to historic preservation, or new to Preservation Greensboro, we want to meet you and geek out over Historic Preservation! We will meet every third Thursday of each month at a local bar (which are in historic buildings) and discuss. Not new but want to find more people to talk about preservation with? Come join us! All are welcome!…
Find out more »May 2020
10th Annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens
Preservation Greensboro’s 10th Annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens will feature vintage homes for tour during National Historic Preservation Month of May. Vintage homes will open their doors to ticket holders during Preservation Greensboro’s annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens Saturday May 16 from 11am till 5pm, and Sunday May 17 from 1pm till 5pm. The tour highlights charming examples of architecture and their surrounding landscapes. The tour is the flagship fundraiser for Preservation Greensboro.
Find out more »10th Annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens
Preservation Greensboro’s 10th Annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens will feature vintage homes for tour during National Historic Preservation Month of May. Vintage homes will open their doors to ticket holders during Preservation Greensboro’s annual Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens Saturday May 16 from 11am till 5pm, and Sunday May 17 from 1pm till 5pm. The tour highlights charming examples of architecture and their surrounding landscapes. The tour is the flagship fundraiser for Preservation Greensboro.
Find out more »September 2020
The Architecture of Japan
Adeline Talbot of Studio Traveler has worked with Benjamin Briggs to curate a unique travel experience that celebrates the culture of Japan, with a special focus on architecture, gardens, art, and culinary themes. From the ancient capital of Nara to the eye-popping boutiques of the Ginza...we have it covered!
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