Virginia City Institute

Courses

• Virginia City Institute courses cover a wide range of topics. A sampling of past courses are:
• Preserving Log Structures & Historic Foundation Systems - June 16-20, 2008
• Critical Stabilization Techniques - July 14-18, 2008
• Introduction to Blacksmithing - 2-day workshops (9 dates to choose from)
• Collections Management - Wood Treatment & Conservation
• Additional sessions are presently being considered for an extended 2008 season, or future training seminars and may include the following:
• Historic Plaster, Historic Doors and Windows
• Preserving the Historic Interior
• Collections Management & Curatorial Services
• Archaeology and Historic Preservation
The Montana Heritage Preservation & Development Commission is pleased to announce a continuing series of historic preservation certificate training programs for 2008, to be held in the historic communities of Virginia and Nevada Cities. An authentic array of 19^th century structures shall provide the backdrop for several hands-on workshops to follow all relevant procedure for the ethical treatment of historic properties, noting compliance with all state and federal guidelines.

The Heritage Commission was formed to care for and protect over 200 structures acquired by the state of Montana in 1997, with a mission to preserve the legacy of one of the oldest and most intact gold-rush era settlements in the United States, becoming the territorial capitol in 1865. Preservation efforts were begun in the late 1940s contributing to Virginia City’s designation as a National Historic Landmark District in 1961.

All sessions utilize characteristics of a regional living laboratory, encouraging active participation, and dialogue toward developing innovations in preservation philosophy and practices. Inquiries into additional research opportunities for students and professionals are welcome and may be coordinated with the Montana Heritage Commission.

For more information on the historic communities of Virginia and Nevada Cities visit the Virginia City Institute website at www.virginiacityinstitute.com, or send your request by mail to the address below.

All additional inquiries may also be submitted to The Montana Heritage Commission Preservation Staff through the following contact information.

Montana Heritage Commission Preservation Staff
PO Box 338
Virginia City, MT 59755
Phone: 406.843.5457
Fax: 406.843.5468
Email: jmacdonald@mt.gov
www.virginiacityinstitute.com