Fall Term Begins Tuesday, September 8, 2009
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09FHP23 Introduction to the History of American Interiors: 1830–1950
(AH/H) 2 CEUs. This course looks at the domestic environment in America from the beginning of the Industrial Revolution until after World War II, with an emphasis on the interiors in New Jersey. The course examines the organization of interior space, as well as stylistic changes and movements in the decorative arts. In addition, the historic and social contexts of the interiors are considered, exploring themes such as the effects of technological change (for example, the introduction of electricity), historic events (such as the opening of trade with Japan) and the activities and functions of the members of the household (for example, the changing roles of servants and women). An important component of the course will be the students’ project: preparing a furnishing report for a historic room, which will involve researching the history of a house and its interiors.
Instructor: Jennifer Scanlan
Date: Tuesdays, September 8 – November 10
Time: 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. (Please note change in time as of 8/12/09)
Cost: $450
09FHP01 Introduction to Historic Preservation
(T&P) 2 CEUs. This course provides a foundation for understanding preservation issues, terminology, and public policy. Through discussions on the history and guiding principles of historic preservation, the class explores the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards, National and State Register Programs, preservation techniques, and the overall benefits of historic preservation.
Required for the certificate.
Instructor: Margaret Newman
Date: Thursdays, September 10 – November 19 (Please note change in end date. No class September 24.)
Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
Cost: $450
NEW! 09FHP31 Computers for the Preservation, Promotion and Perpetuation of History
(T&P) 2 CEUs. This class provides a broad overview for historians and historic organizations alike on ways to utilize computers and the internet to preserve, promote and pass history on to the next generation. Every day, computer technology is evolving and creating new tools and resources which can advance the mission of historic preservation. This class gives historians the tools they need to reach out to archives across the country, download census and immigration records or trace family genealogies. It provides an overview on how to develop a strong web presence to draw in a broader demographic-encouraging community support, as well as state and national advocates. Finally, students learn how databases can be used to support the inventories of homes for historic districts and to preserve history for buildings that have been lost or can not be saved.
Instructor: Amy Hollander
Date: Mondays, September 14 – November 9
Time: 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $450
NEW! 09FHPW46 New Jersey Architectural Walking Tour of Newton
(AH/H) .6 CEUs. Join us for a tour of the Town of Newton's fascinating Town Plot Historic District, located in the southern half of Sussex County, New Jersey. Nestled up in the mountains of the Northwest Skylands region, the Town of Newton is the county seat and throughout history has been a regional center for commerce, education, and mechanical trades. The Town of Newton was defined as a regional trade center through its connection with the Sussex Railroad in 1854, which enabled the town to become a regional manufacturing hub. The Newton Town Plot Historic District centers around the courthouse, the town green area, governmental facilities, commercial buildings and early residences. There are two proposed areas for expansion of the existing historic district, including: the Halsted Area Sub-District; and the Linwood Area Sub-District, both of which represent the residential expansion of the town during the early to late nineteenth century. The morning session will include a slide presentation of the architectural history and development of Newton as well as discussion of preservation issues in this area. After lunch we will take a walking tour of the Historic District led by former Historic Preservation Commission Chairman and County Historian Wayne T. McCabe and members of the Commission.
Instructor: Wayne McCabe
Date: Saturday, September 26
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $115
NEW! 09FHPW45 Resurrecting Historic Burial Grounds: An Introduction to Cemetery Preservation
(CONS) .6 CEUs. This day-long course provides an introduction to the care and restoration of historic burial grounds. Participants will learn how to safely reset a leaning marker, create a new base for a gravemarker, and appropriately clean historic gravemarkers. The focus is on simple, minimally invasive techniques advocated by the Association for Gravestone Studies. Suggestions regarding cemetery maintenance will also be made. Participants will work in small teams and should be able to work outdoors. A resource packet will also be provided to participants.
Instructors: Richard Veit and Mark Nonestied
Date: Saturday, October 10
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: TBD (updated 8/31/09)
Cost: $115
