Join APT DC for a tour of Cape Henry Lighthouse in Virginia Beach to learn about the recent stone repairs. Cape Henry Lighthouse was the first federally funded public works project of the newly formed United States government. It was authorized by George Washington and overseen by Alexander Hamilton. The Lighthouse is situated near the “First Landing” site where English settlers first set foot on their way to settle in Jamestown. Built with the same Aquia sandstone as much of Washington, D.C., the lighthouse guided sea travelers to safety for almost 100 years before being replaced in 1881. Cape Henry Lighthouse is one of six properties that Preservation Virginia owns, maintains, and opens to the public.

Recently, Preservation Virginia hired Dominion Traditional Building Group to carry out a project to repair a crack in the sandstone and replace a rusting lintel over the doorway. They, along with engineers from SGH, will talk about the history of the site, the need for the project, the challenges of the repairs, and the effect of the marine environment on historic building materials.

1.5 LU/HSW has been requested from AIA. Note: The lighthouse is located on a military base. You MUST have a REAL ID or Passport to attend. Please read the arrival instructions in your confirmation email carefully.

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We are back with APT DC's second annual Tech Talk Series! These virtual presentations are a continuation of our annual symposium, this year with a theme of UNFORESEEN CONDITIONS.

This registration link is to sign up for all three Tech Talks at a discount. For more information on each Tech Talk or if you want to register for the Tech Talks individually, please follow the links below.

Tech Talk #1: October 16, 2025, 6:00pm–7:30pm

https://aptdc.org/event-6356152

Chris Steward (GBG Group): Working Around a Millenia of Artifacts: Navigating Unforeseen Conditions at the British Museum, London

Shawn Beckwith (Tidewater and Big Bend Foundation): South Garden, "The Gift that Keeps on Giving"

Tech Talk #2: November 13, 2025, 6:00pm–7:30pm

https://aptdc.org/event-6366723

Silvia Callegari and Meghan Page (Evergreene Architectural Arts): Beneath the Surface: Navigating Unforeseen Conditions in Fountain Preservation

Glenn Suttenfield (Quinn Evans): The Usual Suspects, the Near Misses, and the Holy Cows (!) of Unforeseen Conditions

Tech Talk #3: December 11, 2025, 6:00pm–7:30pm

https://aptdc.org/event-6366772

Richard Off (Hoffman Architects): Masonic Hall NYC Façade Rehabilitation: Managing the Multifaceted Unexpected

Kathryn Brown (Building Conservation Associates, Inc.): Restoring History: Navigating the Complexities of the Academy of Music's Restoration

*APT DC is offering one (1) AIA HSW CEU for each Tech Talk Session

**Login information for the webinar will be provided to registrants a few days before the event.

We are back with APT DC's second annual Tech Talk Series! These virtual presentations are a continuation of our annual symposium, this year with a theme of UNFORESEEN CONDITIONS.

**Please note that a webinar link will be provided to registrants a few days ahead of the event.

Silvia Callegari/Meghan Page (EverGreene Architectural Arts): Beneath the Surface: Navigating Unforeseen Conditions in Fountain Preservation

Silvia joined EverGreene Architectural Arts as a conservator in 2017. She has worked on a number of public and private artworks throughout the country, with a focus on architectural conservation, outdoor sculpture, and fountains. Silvia graduated with an MS in Historic Preservation from the University of Pennsylvania and is a Professional Associate and member of AIC and APT.

Meghan is an Assistant conservator who focuses on many field and studio treatment programs for Evergreene. Before joining Evergreene, Meghan completed her undergraduate and graduate studies at the University of Mary Washington and the University of Virginia. She works closely with conservators in all aspects of historic preservation work, including archival research, condition assessments, architectural and object surveys, material testing, and conservation treatments. Meghan is also a key team member with many field projects working alongside an managing our masonry and fountain partners.

Glenn Suttenfield (Quinn Evans): The Usual Suspects, the Near Misses, and the Holy Cows(!) of Unforeseen Conditions

Glenn is an accomplished architect with over 35 years of experience spanning diverse project types. For the past 20 years, he has focused on rehabilitation work for institutional clients, including universities and state agencies across Virginia. At Quinn Evans, Glenn led the construction phase of the restoration of Richmond's historic c. 1894 Old City Hall. He also collaborates with design teams across multiple offices to develop specifications for heritage, library, K–12, and higher education projects from Virginia to Michigan.

Please join APT DC at the Patterson Mansion (15 Dupont Circle NW), designed by Stanford White and completed in 1903, for a night of fun and festivities during our Holiday Party and Annual Meeting! We are excited to gather with colleagues and friends once again to celebrate an incredible year of learning and community. Members and their guests can enjoy an open bar and delicious hors d'oeuvres. We will conclude the evening with our annual meeting and election of our 2026 slate of officers and board members.

In honor of the chapter's 45th anniversary, the much beloved silent auction will be making a comeback. To participate, please complete the following survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGCk_hAGchZEYPXy8AvT_Moi6nqnkXzjX1kHF_l4XZndWKWw/viewform?usp=header

Please note: Registration is currently open only to APT DC members and their guests. If you are not a current member, we encourage you to join or renew today!

If you are a federal employee who has been furloughed, you are eligible for a discounted ticket. Please contact info@aptdc.org for more information.

Patterson Mansion is located at 15 Dupont Circle NW. Due to limited parking in the area, we recommend taking an Uber/Lyft or public transit. The Metro Red Line's Dupont Circle station is approx. one block away.

We are back with APT DC's second annual Tech Talk Series! These virtual presentations are a continuation of our annual symposium, this year with a theme of UNFORESEEN CONDITIONS.

**Please note that a webinar link will be provided to registrants a few days ahead of the event.

Richard Off (Hoffman Architects): Masonic Hall NYC Façade Rehabilitation: Managing the Multifaceted Unexpected

Mr. Richard Off is a Partner, Senior Project Manager, Registered Architect and Supervisor within the New York office of Hoffman Architects + Engineers, a firm dedicated to the rehabilitation of building exteriors. With expertise in preservation, and enclosure systems, he oversees architectural and engineering teams complete numerous multi-million-dollar investigation and rehabilitation projects throughout the metropolitan area, several having received recognition, including multiple Lucy G. Moses Preservation Awards from the New York Landmarks Conservancy.  Prior to completing fellowships in Asia and South America, Richard graduated with a Master’s in Architecture and Urban Design from Columbia University and a Bachelor’s in Architecture from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He has lectured at APTi conferences, the APT DC Symposium, Traditional Building conferences, and both his alma maters. An avid writer, he has published articles with Construction Specifier, Building Design and Construction, Traditional Building, Papyrus, Hoffmann Journal, Archinect, and Dezeen.

Kathryn Brown (Building Conservation Associates, Inc.): Restoring History: Navigating the Complexities of the Academy of Music's Restoration

Kathryn Brown is a Senior Architectural Conservator at Building Conservation Associates, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA. Katie received her M.S. in Historic Preservation from the University of Pennsylvania's Stuart Weitzman School of Design and her B.A. in Art History and Architecture from The Pennsylvania State University. Her master's thesis earned her the Charles E. Peterson Award for outstanding work in the specialized study of historic building technology. Some notable projects Katie has worked on include the Jefferson Memorial Roof Replacement, Longwood Gardens Main Fountain Garden, and Independence Hall. She recently completed a six-year term on the APT Delaware Valley Chapter's Board of Directors.