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Event
Virtual Pints for Preservation with Aslan Brewing – July 30, 2020
On July 30, 2020, the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation hosted its first virtual Pints for Preservation event with Aslan Brewing Company in Bellingham! Our Pints for Preservation events are fun, casual happy hours hosted by breweries located in historic buildings across the state. Beer-and-old-building-lovers have the chance to sip good brews, explore cool buildings, and come together to celebrate the places that matter in our state.
At Aslan, general manager Will Huessey walked us through their historic Depot Building in downtown Bellingham, told us about the building’s history, showed off the impressive renovations Aslan has completed since 2017, and discussed Aslan’s approach to crating beer. Beer/brewing puns were free flowing on video and in the chat! If you’re interested in suggesting a brewery to be highlighted into a future Pints for Preservation event, please visit preservewa.org/beer .
Event
Virtual Excellence on Main – July 20, 2020
Check out our virtual Excellence on Main Awards event! Excellence on Main is our annual celebration of exceptional entrepreneurs, organizers, and preservationists across our Washington Main Street network. While this event typically takes place in person at our annual RevitalizeWA conference, this year in the wake of COVID-19 we opted to host a digital event.
The theme of the event was “party on top, pajamas on bottom,” with prizes awarded for dressing up and party props provided. In addition to honoring examples of excellence across our Washington Main Street towns and cities, a special addition to this year’s celebration is the official release of the Washington Main Street Impact Study, which drives home the economic and social impacts that Main Streets have on their communities and on the state at large.
Webinar
Careers in Historic Preservation – June 29, 2020
Preservationists can be found in diverse roles and organizations, including architectural firms, city planning offices, economic development agencies, historic parks, government services, construction companies, universities, private tourism firms, and a wide range of nonprofits. In June 2020, the Washington Trust and four distinguished professionals explored some of these many different paths with a discussion about Careers in Historic Preservation. Panelists spoke to their careers and shared advice for students, young professionals, and anyone else interested in engaging with preservation or cultural resources.
Panelists included: Dr. Manish Chalana, Associate Professor, Department of Urban Design and Planning, University of Washington; Stacia Morfin, Owner and Operator of Nez Perce Tourism, LLC; Dr. Stephanie Toothman, former Associate Director, Cultural Resources, Partnerships and Science, National Park Service; and Allison Williams, City Manager, City of Moses Lake.
Resources mentioned during the panel: