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Francis Mill restoration volunteer

Jerry Donahoe
Jerry's adventure in preservation resulted in strong connections within his adopted community and beyond.
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Upcoming Adventures

2013 Adventures
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experiential heritage travel ItalyFRESCO CONSERVATION IN THE UNDERGROUND CHURCHES OF PUGLIA WITH MESSORS
Altamura, Italy – June 13-30, 2013; July 4-21, 2013

Explore southern Italy and the storied underground churches of Carpentino and Jesce as you work and learn with AiP’s fellow preservationists, Messors, on this long-standing project. Read more>>>

 

shutter restoration Bartow Pell Mansion Museum Adventures in PreservationSHUTTER SHOP ON SHORE ROAD: RESTORATION WORK AT THE BARTOW-PELL MANSION MUSEUM
Bronx, New York USA – July 29 – August 2, 2013

The stately Bartow-Pell Mansion is the last of the country houses that graced Long Island Sound in the 19th century. A National Historic Landmark and part of New York City’s largest park, volunteers play a key role in its continued preservation, focusing on small-scale projects that make a big difference. Read more>>>

 

Preservation and archaeology at the Fairfield Foundation - Adventures in PreservationLINKING ARCHAEOLOGY WITH PRESERVATION AT FAIRFIELD PLANTATION
Gloucester, Virginia, USA – August 25-31, 2013

This low cost project offers students, regional residents and you the chance to learn archaeology AND preservation skills while uncovering hidden mysteries at the Fairfield Plantation, dating from 1694. Read more>>>

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hands-on conservation work in Nepal Adventures in PreservationRESTORING NEPALESE WALL PAINTINGS WITH RESTORATION WORKS INTERNATIONAL
Lower Mustang Region, Nepal – October 7-18, 2013; October 21 – November 1, 2013

Volunteers have been an integral part of the restoration of Chhairo Gompa since 2004. Join AiP and project partner RWI in this remote corner of Nepal and help protect and preserve the distinctive Tibetan culture of the region. Read more>>>

 

2014 Adventures
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Experiential heritage travel AlbaniaSAVING THE SKENDULI HOUSE: SUPPORTING A SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY
Gjirokastra, Albania – April 25-May 9, 2014; September 12-26, 2014

Immerse yourself in historic Ottoman architecture as you restore a piece of Albania’s best craftsmanship, allowing Gjirokastra’s history to speak through the splendidly detailed Skenduli house. This massive stone tower house is vital to a sustainable economy built on heritage tourism. Read more>>>

 

intergenerational travel in Slovenia Adventures in PreservationSLOVENIAN LIFEWAYS: EXPLORING CULTURE AND RESTORING VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE IN THE HEART OF EUROPE
An intergenerational project – ages 10 and up welcome
Vitanje, Slovenia – August 10-23, 2014

Adventures in Preservation returns to Slovenia to explore, experience and preserve rural village life while helping restore the Beškovnikova Homestead. Details coming soon!

 

hands-on conservation work in Italy Adventures in PreservationCLUES TO THE CLOISTER: INVESTIGATING 15TH CENTURY ART AND ARCHITECTURE
Serravalle, VT Italy – September 28 – October 4, 2014; October 5-11, 2104

Join one of Italy’s top conservators in critical conservation work in the cloister of the Monastery of S. Govanni Battista. Details coming soon!