California Preservation Conference
May 3-6, 2012 |
The California Preservation Foundation (CPF) will host its 37th Annual California Preservation Conference – Old Roots, New Growth: Cultivating Communities – May 3-6, 2012, in Oakland.
While Bay Area locals have long recognized Oakland as an up-and-coming cultural center, recent national recognition has others taking notice. Discover why The New York Times recently ranked Oakland number five in its “45 Places to Go in 2012” and why The Huffington Post called Oakland “the coolest new kid in the country.” Attend the Old Roots, New Growth: Cultivating Communities conference and explore historic preservation’s role as facilitator of this renaissance.
With support from local host organization, the Oakland Heritage Alliance, as well as many other partners including the Office of Historic Preservation, the conference will highlight Lake Merritt, 1891 First Unitarian Church, Kaiser Center Lakeside Theater, University of California at Berkeley, Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historical Park, Peralta Hacienda, urban agricultural sites, The Oakland Fox Theater, and Redwood Regional Park, among others.
Oakland has made great progress in preserving its industrial heritage and the surrounding East Bay area has embraced many new preservation initiatives. Oakland retains the gritty urban fabric upon which today’s grassroots “Art Murmur” phenomenon, hip new bars, and innovative “popuphood” small business incubator are founded. Learn how these achievements apply to efforts throughout California by attending study tours, workshops, sessions and special events that serve a diverse range of preservation interests.
Located steps from the 12th Street BART station in the heart of downtown Oakland, the Oakland Marriott City Center will serve as the conference headquarters, offering ideal access to many of the city’s architectural landmarks, unique neighborhoods, and intriguing cultural landscapes.
The California Preservation Conference provides a once-a-year opportunity for professionals and grass-roots community organizers to learn about new and on-going preservation initiatives and activities throughout the state. Participants enjoy an opportunity to network, while sponsors and volunteers benefit from contributing to the success of this not-to-be-missed statewide historic preservation event.
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Website:
www.californiapreservation.org/conference.html |
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| Location Information |
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California Preservation Foundation |
5 3rd Street, Suite 424
San Francisco, CA 94103 |
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united states |
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| Contact Information |
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Jennifer Gates |
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jgates@californiapreservation.org |
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415-495-0349 or 415-495-0349 |
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