Hands-on Preservation Workshops in Astoria Oregon
January 15 - February 27, 2022 |
Registration is now open for Winter hands-on preservation workshops.
Winter Historic Preservation workshops
Historic Preservation Program
Clatsop Community College
Astoria, Oregon
Learn traditional skills in short hands-on weekend workshops. These workshops are open to anyone interested in preservation crafts.
BLD 228: Faux Finish Techniques
Students learn methods, tools and techniques for wood graining and marbleizing. Faux finish is a traditional technique used in historic and modern buildings. Students will create grain, texture, stone and brick patterns with water-based paints and glazes, learn basic color theory, practice mixing color, and visit several local sites with faux finishes.
Times: 9:00am-4:00pm
Dates: Sat-Sun, 15-16 Jan.
Location: Star of the Sea Art Building
BLD 135: Blacksmithing I
Students learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing and study the history of techniques and materials used in traditional blacksmithing. They create simple objects using iron, forge, hammer and anvil; light and care for the forge; and learn safe work habits.
Times: 9:00am-4:00pm
Dates: Sat-Sun, 22-23 & 29-30 Jan.
Location: Stella Blacksmith Shop
BLD 233: Plaster Repair
Students learn about the use and properties of plaster and gain skills in analyzing failures and repairing historic plaster walls and ceilings. They will work on plaster walls and ceilings in the Seaport Masonic Lodge, a 1923 Greek revival building on the National Register of Historic Places.
Times: 9:00am-4:00pm
Dates: Sat-Sun, 19-20 & 26-27 Feb
Location: Seaport Masonic Lodge, Astoria
For more information call 503.338.2301 or email lswerdloff@clatsopcc.edu
Register online at www.clatsopcc.edu or call 503.338.7670
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Website:
www.clatsopcc.edu/academic-path/academic-programs-a-z/historic-preservation/ |
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| Location Information |
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Clatsop Community College |
1651 Lexington Ave
Astoria, OR 97103 |
| Website:
www.clatsopcc.edu/academic-path/academic-programs-a-z/historic-preservation/ |
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| Contact Information |
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Lucien Swerdloff |
| Email:
lswerdloff@clatsopcc.edu |
| Phone:
503-338-2301 |
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