Hosted by the Utah State Historic Preservation Office
Part history lesson, part showcase in next/best practices, this lecture will have something for everyone.
The world has changed greatly since the American preservation movement formally began with Ann Pamela Cunningham saving George Washington’s Mt.Vernon in 1853. As preservationists we are taught to learn from the past, but in our effort to preserve it have we forgotten to also look forward? Reflecting on how the preservation movement began Sarah Marsom will showcase examples of where it is going and help us conceptualize how preservation can be reconstructed to become a movement of, by, and for all. Let’s expand our toolkit, our understanding of who is a preservationist, and empower each other for the future of our communities!
While Sarah delves into preservation – past, present, and future, visual artist Carlos Carmonamedina will be sketching presentation reflections. Carlos’ creation will be revealed prior to the live Q&A with the audience and digitally distributed to all registered attendees.