Oct
11
2:00 PM14:00

Family Archiving Workshop

Do you want to tell your family’s story but aren’t sure where to start? Join RePoint Philadelphia, in partnership with Cliveden and the Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts at Penn Libraries, for an interactive family archiving workshop!

Together, we’ll explore how to preserve fragile old photos, letters, and memorabilia that hold your family’s unique history. Our workshop will guide you step-by-step in organizing, describing, and protecting the treasures that tell your family’s story—so they can be shared with loved ones now and for generations to come.

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✨ What to Bring

  • Up to 8 paper-based items (letters, photographs, or other keepsakes) that fit in a backpack.

  • A laptop or device

  • Up to 2 other family members (bring a loved one to join in the process!).

🍴 A light reception will follow the workshop!

We can’t wait to help you preserve your story!

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Citizen Nominators Workshop
May
17
10:00 AM10:00

Citizen Nominators Workshop

  • Center for Architectural Conservation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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Is there a historic property in your neighborhood in danger of demolition? Are you a homeowner interested in learning more about your historic home? Are you worried about gentrification and want to help protect your neighborhood from aggressive development?

ANYONE can designate properties to the local historic register. Become a citizen nominator! This workshop will teach the basic tools of designating properties to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places. We will discuss:

  • Why designation?

  • Designation criteria

  • The nomination forms

  •  Research process

  • Working with the Historical Commission

This workshop from RePoint Philadelphia is a part of our Aaron Wunsch Days of Service dedicated to preserving historic places, empowering marginalized communities, and making preservation accessible to all. Originally founded by the late Penn Associate Professor Aaron Wunsch, RePoint honors Aaron’s memory by furthering his legacy of community service and multivocal preservation advocacy.

Can’t make this date? Don’t worry, Aaron Wunsch Days of Service will be held on the third Saturday of every month, travel around the city, and highlight different themes of preservation. Sign up for our mailing list to stay in touch with all things RePoint.

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