September 16, 2016 Stanford University Join WCAPT for a full day workshop hosted by Stanford University on sandstone repair and restoration projects completed throughout campus. Learn about the various stages of work involved from planning, to conducting a conditions assessment, to the importance of drawings and technical specifications, mock-ups, and working closely with the masonry contractor to ensure a successful project outcome. The event includes presentations, a walking tour, and a hands-on workshop for stone restoration and sculpting. Speakers from Stanford University's Campus Planning & Design Office, ARG Conservation Services, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, and Stonescuplt. 
The election results are in! Please welcome our new Board members:
Mara Jones Stephen Schafer Betsy Sandidge Alan White Jennifer Correia (incumbent) Congratulations and welcome!
The Western Chapter of the Association for Preservation Technology (WCAPT) is a not-for-profit educational association promoting the exchange of ideas and knowledge concerning the conservation of historic resources and the application of preservation technology.
This Chapter of the APTI is intended to serve the needs of interested persons in the Western United States, including but not limited to, California, Nevada, and Arizona.
Promoting the study, conservation and rehabilitation of cultural resources through technology.  Please renew today to help us support our mission.
WCAPT continues to present best practices to the practicing preservation professional, encourage student involvement and integration into the professions, employ the latest internet and social media tools to maintain communications, bring craftspeople and designers together to share our knowledge, and expand our service to the western region we represent.
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Click below for a copy of the WCAPT brochure: WCAPT 2016 BROCHURE
2015 was filled with several exciting events including venturing inside landmark buildings during construction that have not been open to the public in decades! WCAPT members learned about cutting edge seismic upgrade technologies and various approaches to meet current life safety and accessibility codes all while balancing the need to preserve our cultural heritage on tours. Our events have also raised awareness of a range of materials from adobe construction with rendered plasters to learning about terra cotta manufacturing, as well as hands-on techniques used in art glass and wall paper conservation.
These past 12 events in 2015 are examples of the
multitude of events to come this year.
CLICK HERE TO SEE ALL PAST EVENTS! Scroll down past Current Events.
Highlights from 2015:
     
The Association for Preservation Technology International (APT) is a cross - disciplinary, membership organization dedicated to promoting the best technology for conserving historic structures and their settings. Membership in APT provides exceptional opportunities for networking and the exchange of ideas. APT members, who hail from more than 30 countries, include preservationists, architects, engineers, conservators, consultants, contractors, craftspersons, curators, developers, educators, historians, landscape architects, students, technicians, and other persons directly involved in the application of methods and materials to maintain, conserve, and protect historic structures and sites for future use and appreciation. The international, interdisciplinary character of APT - with its outstanding publications, conferences, training courses, awards, student scholarships, regional chapters, and technical committees - makes it the premier worldwide network for anyone involved in the field of historic preservation.
To help promote APTI when giving presentations, APTI has developed some informational PowerPoint slides to add to your PowerPoint presentation. Download the PowerPoint images and a suggested script below.
2015 APT PROMOTIONAL PPT
APT PROMOTION SCRIPT
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Abstracts deadline EXTENDED:
Monday, September 26th 2016
Mesa to Mountain:
Preservation in the American West
March 23-25, 2017
Salt Lake City, Utah
The Rocky Mountain Chapter of APT is hosting a 2-day symposium titled "Mesa to Mountain: Preservation in the American West" in cooperation with the Northwest Chapter of APT and WCAPT.
The symposium will be held in Salt Lake City on March 23-25, 2017 and include paper sessions, tours, and a keynote address!
Currently calling for presenters! See flyer for abstract submission requirements and event details!
Click FLYER here
Broadway Trade Center Hardhat Tour Photos. AUG 24, 2016
Updated Seismic Retrofit Preservation Brief
 
The National Park Service has released an update of Preservation Brief #41 on Seismic Retrofit of historic buildings. The revised Brief contains expanded and updated information covering new technologies such as fiber wrap, as well as expanded graphic representations illustrating general issues and needs associated with the seismic rehabilitation of historic buildings.
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Learn more about WCAPT's first Arizona event!
WCAPT members and friends came together for an amazing weekend in Scottsdale for our very first Arizona event! We had attendees from California, Arizona, and as far away as Maryland.
Group photo in front of the David & Gladys Wright House 
Pre-Meeting Tour of Arcosanti
David & Gladys Wright House
Cosanti Foundation 
Taliesin West ~ exclusive tour by fellow board member Fred Prozillo, the Director of Preservation at Taliesin West.
Attendees earned 5 AIA LU/HSW learning credits at this event!
WCAPT Student Scholar Daniel Olvera made a brief presentation during the meeting. Click here to learn more.
Thank you to all of our event sponsors! Elite (Reception) Sponsor - $1,000
Transportation Sponsor - $750 
Event Sponsors - $500 
Event Supporters - $300      
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