A Primer on Dendrochronology
April 18, 2015 |
Get an introduction to this fascinating area of building conservation. Learn what dendro is, how it works, what it can and can't tell us, and how dendro dating impacts preservation decisions in historic houses.
Experts William Flynt of Historic Deerfield, architectural historian Anne Grady, and Newport Restoration Foundation Executive Director Pieter Roos discuss the use of dendrochronology, what it has revealed about New England architecture, current research, and how you can access testing. Tours of the 1690 house at Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm and nearby Swett-Ilsley House give a first-hand look at tested sites.
Registration is required. Call 617-994-6644.
$75. There are discounts for Historic New England and Historic Deerfield members and students with a valid ID. Fee includes a box lunch. Workshop runs from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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Website:
www.historicnewengland.org |
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Location Information |
Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm |
Five Little's Lane Newbury, MA 01951 |
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Contact Information |
Sally Zimmerman |
Email:
News@HistoricNewEngland.org |
Phone:
617-994-6644 |
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