2021 Annual Conference – Michigan Historic Preservation Network

THE 41st ANNUAL STATEWIDE PRESERVATION CONFERENCE

Connections: People, Pathways, and Preservation
MAY 11-15, 2021

Virtual From Michigan

Offering Credits for:

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Thursday, May 13, 1:30-2:30 P.M.

“Looking Back So We Can Move Forward—Connecting Communities to Their History”

Presented by Kamla Lewis

Director of Neighborhood Revitalization, Shaker Heights, Ohio

CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

The Friday Plenary

FRIDAY, MAY 14, 2:45-4 PM

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“Oh, You're with Them: From Us vs. Them to Co-creation”

Lauren A. Hood
AfroUrbanist and planning practitioner working at the intersection of Black aspiration and city change .

Amber N. Mitchell
Director of Programs at STEM NOLA, and former Assistant Director of Public Engagement at The National WWII Museum in New Orleans

Dawn DiPrince
Chief Operating Officer for History Colorado and the former director of El Pueblo History Museum
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Welcome to the 41st Annual Statewide Preservation Conference

Wednesday, May 12, 12:00-1:15 PM

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Celebration of the State Historic Preservation Tax Credit
Introduction to the 2021 MHPN Scholarship Recipients
MHPN Annual Meeting and Elections
Announcement of the 2022 Host Community

Denise McGeen
President, MHPN

Mark Rodman
Executive Director, MHPN

Governor Gretchen Whitmer
(Invited)

Senator Wayne Schmidt
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Representative Ben Frederic
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MIDCENTURY MODERN VIRTUAL HOUSE TOUR

Wednesday, May 12, 6:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.

Join Robert & Mary Lubera and Deborah Lubera Kawsky, for a virtual tour and discussion of the preservation and restoration of the McLucas House (1950, Grosse Pointe Farms), the sole-surviving private residence designed by midcentury legend Alexander Girard.
Described as a total work of art and a modernist gem, the home features an open-air atrium, glass window walls, and boldly colored glazed bricks.

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Special assistance provided by

MHPN Awards Evening

Thursday, May 13, 6-7:30 PM

Join us to celebrate those honored for exceptional preservation work this past year.

Saturday, May 15, 9 A.M.-3 PM

The Commission Assistance and Mentoring Program (CAMP) is the signature training offered by the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC). The Michigan State Historic Preservation Office is pleased to partner with the NAPC and MHPN to bring CAMP training to Michigan's Historic District Commissions!

Photos by Sharon Ferraro

Vendors' Showcase and Special Vendor Sessions

Visit the Virtual Vendors’ Showcase anytime to see the resources, products, and services offered by a wide variety of preservation specialists.

On Thursday morning during our Special Vendor Sessions, connect with various vendors and hear about their work.
Thursday, May 13, 9:00 A.M.–11:00 A.M.

Pre-conference Workshops

Tuesday, May 11, 3-6:45 PM

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Communication Skills

Communication 101: Persuasion for Preservationists

Advocacy 101: Talking with Your Legislator

New Strategies to Reach New Audiences: Three Case Studies

Preservation Essentials

Survey and National Register Nominations

Local Historic Districts and CLGs

House History Resources

included with your registration or as stand-alone training

Special State Rehabilitation Tax Credit Session

THURSDAY, MAY 13, 2021, 9-10 AM

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Now that the State Rehabilitation Tax Credit is back, attend this session to learn about the program.

Mark Rodman
Executive Director, MHPN, Lansing

Robbert McKay
Historical Architect, State Historic Preservation Office, Lansing

Virtual Vendors’ Showcase

Visit the Virtual Vendors’ Showcase anytime during the conference to see the resources, products, and services offered by a wide variety of preservation specialists.

Thursday, May 13, 9:00 A.M.–11:00 A.M.
On Thursday morning during our Special Vendor Sessions, connect with various vendors and hear about their work.

The 41st Annual Statewide Preservation Conference is underwritten through the generous support of

Thank You to Our 2021 Conference Sponsors