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ACORN decorative plaster workshop set for Sept.20

09/13/2008 5:00 AM by

A.C.O.R.N. is pleased to offer a hands-on / on-site workshop on how to repair decorative plaster detailing in historic homes. Master craftsman Bill MacArthur will conduct this exclusive workshop on a singularly beautiful historic property. Participants will learn all the steps involved in decorative plaster repair and will have a chance to do some of the repairs under Mr. MacArthur’s supervision. This is one-of-a-kind chance to see plaster molding recreated using the same century-old techniques that were used by craftsman who’s work can only be found in historic homes.

Date: Saturday, September 20, 2008
Time: 9:00am – 12:00 pm
Where: 719 Spottswood Road, Byrd Park
Richmond, VA 23220
Directions/Parking: At the corner of Spottswood and Trafford Road facing
Byrd Park; parking available on street

Cost: $10 for A.C.O.R.N. Members, $15 for the general public

Take advantage of this opportunity to see a beautiful historic home under renovation, learn plaster mold creation from a true craftsman, and try it out yourself!

RSVP soon, as space is limited.

Please contact:

David Herring
dherring@richmondneighborhoods.org
or
Giles Harnsberger
giles@richmondneighborhoods.org

Alliance to Conserve Old Richmond Neighborhoods (A.C.O.R.N.)
Phone: 804-644-5040
email: info@richmondneighborhoods.org

Alliance to Conserve Old Richmond Neighborhoods
104 Shockoe Slip, Lower Level
Richmond, VA 23219
(804)644-5040


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