Walking Tour: City of Alexandria
| When |
Nov 12, 2009
from 08:30 AM to 12:00 PM |
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| Where | The Lyceum, 201 South Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 |
| Contact Name | Jackie Gellner |
| Contact Phone | 703-674-1538 |
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Join us for a walking tour of the historic City of Alexandria and learn about the importance design plays in the historic architecture, and streetscapes. You will also have the opportunity to learn about the role of clay brick in community character.
Location:
The Lyceum
201 South Washington Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Date:
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Time:
8:30 am – 12:00 noon
Credits:
3 CM Credits
Register: www.gobrick.com/PlannerEvent
8:30 am – 9:00 am Registration and Breakfast
9:00 am – 10:30 am The Role of Brick Paving Systems in Creating Streetscapes
Brandie Schaeffer LEED AP, Brick Industry Association
This seminar will educate attendees on the function and benefits of brick paving systems. Learn why clay pavers are considered desirable by communities, how they fit in with the Complete Streets Act, and why clay pavers’ life cycle can be an economic benefit. The importance of proper installation and maintenance will also be covered.
10:30 am – Noon Walking Tour through Historic City of Alexandria
Office of the City Architect and Board of Architectural Review
As we set out through the streets of Alexandria, attendees will learn about the importance of clay brick in the development of the City. Topics to be covered include historic architecture and preservation, creating streetscapes, how design regulations impact development, and how new design can be sensitive to historic districts. Unique features in brick construction will also be highlighted within the context of the city’s architecture.
For questions, contact Jackie Gellner at jgellner@bia.org or 703-674-1538
Sponsored by the Baltimore/Washington Brick Distributor Council in conjunction with the City of Alexandria and the Virginia Chapter of the American Planning Association
