Caring for Your Old or Historic House – Arlington MA Lecture

Did you just buy an old house that needs some TLC?  Not sure where to start with projects in your older home and want to do things right? If you’re looking for tips on caring for your antique or vintage home, an upcoming lecture at The Arlington Historical Society is just the ticket.

Sally Zimmerman, Preservation Specialist at Historic New England (formerly SPNEA, the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities) will speak about:

• Tips on retaining the old house details we love
• Period appropriate paint colors
• Resources for old house maintenance, restoration, and enhancement 

Resources from these Arlington organizations will also be available:

• The Arlington Preservation Fund, Inc.
• The Arlington Historical Commission
• The Arlington Historic Districts Commission

When:  Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 7:30 pm
Where:  Arlington Heights Nursery School, 10 Acton Street, rear entrance
Admission: Free!

Categories: Area Events
Tags: Historic Preservation

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1. Laura Mahon said at April 18th, 2009 at 5:47 am

   Thanks for the info Elizabeth. Wish I could make it up to the seminar but am not available that day. I always enjoy your posts on Activerain!
   Laura

2. Elizabeth Bolton said at April 18th, 2009 at 5:11 pm

   Hi Laura,

   Historic New England / SPNEA puts on such great programs. I took their Program in New England Studies and it remains one of my favorite educational experiences. Hey – how about your aunt? It was a great move for KW – they’re lucky to have her. Exciting news.

   Liz

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