by Kate Borchard Schoen | Jan 24, 2025 | Events
Date + Time
Friday, February 7 · 6 – 9pm EST
Location
Brookland Banquet & Conference
1066 Sunset Boulevard West Columbia, SC 29169
Join us for the formal unveiling and launch of the new South Carolina Preservation Toolkit in a special event at 6 p.m. on Friday, February 7 at the Brookland Banquet and Conference Center in West Columbia.
With a keynote address from Malika N. Pryor, Chief Learning and Engagement Officer of the International African American Museum in Charleston, the event will demonstrate the value of preserving our past and how people can use the toolkit to reach their goals. The Toolkit is an online resource that provides information on grants/funding, databases of experts and successful projects, how-to guides and other tools to help navigate the preservation process. Whether it’s acquiring an official state historical marker, a listing on the National Register, or preserving an historic structure or cemetery, projects are easier with the Toolkit.
Tickets are $75 / person and can be purchased at this link.
Sponsorships (including tables of 8 for $1000) are still available. View the sponsorship brochure here and contact us about sponsorships at info@wegoja.org.
Tickets must be purchased in advance by Friday, January 24, 2025.
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by Kate Borchard Schoen | Jan 23, 2025 | Events, Workshops
Due to popular demand, we’re hosting two more community training sessions in the new year!
Join us for a virtual community training session, where we’ll show you how to use the SC Preservation Toolkit. We’ll walk through all the tools and resources we’ve built (with your input!). This will also be a space for anyone with current preservation projects to share their projects and challenges, and for us to brainstorm solutions together.
Register for the Feb. 18 training session to receive the zoom link.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
If you have issues registering, contact timika@wegoja.org for a direct link.
by Kate Borchard Schoen | Jan 9, 2025 | Workshops
Tuesday February 25, 2025 | 7pm
Zoom Workshop
Click here to register for the zoom link.
Due to requests from community members this past fall, we are launching a new virtual workshop series, called Tools of the Trade. These workshops will do a deep dive into specific preservation topics requested most by folks beginning new projects.
This workshop will focus on steps to finding funding for your historic preservation projects through a variety of funding means, including grants, tax credits, and others. We’ll walk through our guide to funding and steps you should think about to prepare to fund your project successfully.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you have any issues, please email timika@wegoja.org.
by Kate Borchard Schoen | Jan 8, 2025 | Workshops
Tuesday March 4, 2025 | 7pm
Zoom workshop
Click here to register for the zoom link.
Due to requests from community members this past fall, we are launching a new virtual workshop series, called Tools of the Trade. These workshops will do a deep dive into specific preservation topics requested most by folks beginning new projects.
This workshop will focus on the steps you need to take to obtain a historical marker. Getting a historical marker at your site is one of the most common first steps communities take in preserving a historic site. Join us as we share our tips and tricks for a successful and smooth process.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you have any issues, please email timika@wegoja.org.
by Kate Borchard Schoen | Jan 7, 2025 | Workshops
Tuesday March 11, 2025 | 7pm
Zoom workshop
Click here to register for the zoom link.
Due to requests from community members this past fall, we are launching a new virtual workshop series, called Tools of the Trade. These workshops will do a deep dive into specific preservation topics requested most by folks beginning new projects.
This workshop will focus on the steps you need to take to get your historic site listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Becoming listed on the National Register can be a long and complex process, but is often crucial to receive grant funding and to make progress on your goal of preserving a historic site. Join us as we share our tips and tricks for a successful and smooth application process.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you have any issues, please email timika@wegoja.org.
by Kate Borchard Schoen | Jan 6, 2025 | Workshops
Tuesday March 18, 2025 | 7pm
Zoom workshop
Click here to register for the zoom link.
Due to requests from community members this past fall, we are launching a new virtual workshop series, called Tools of the Trade. These workshops will do a deep dive into specific preservation topics requested most by folks beginning new projects.
This workshop will focus on how to find experts, professionals, other projects, and community advocates to help you throughout your preservation project. One of the most important parts of continuing a successful preservation project is knowing who to turn to when you get stuck or need help. Join us for our advice on how to develop your community and resources.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you have any issues, please email timika@wegoja.org.
