Preservation MonthMay 2012
“Discover Albany’s Hidden Gems”
“Preservation Month was designed to raise awareness about the power historic preservation has to protect and enhance our homes, neighborhoods and communities – the places that really matter to us. It provides an opportunity to celebrate the diverse and unique heritage of our country's cities and towns, and enables all of us to become involved in the growing preservation movement.” For more information visit www.preservationnation.org.
Albany has gained quite a reputation as a must see destination for people who love historic buildings. This community boasts over 800 historic homes and commercial buildings, three museums, and two historic churches. Thirteen classic architectural styles are represented in Albany, giving it a reputation as having the most varied collection of historic architecture in the state. Everything from the simplicity of the early federal style to the eclectic and fanciful Queen-Anne style grace the three Nationally Registered historic districts.
Many local events are planned to show-off Albany’s historical attractions, instill community pride, promote heritage tourism and show the social and economic benefits of historic preservation.
In celebration of National Historic Preservation Month,
the following events are being held in the
Albany area throughout May, 2012
Tuesday, May 1
Scavenger Hunt Photo Tour available at Albany City Hall, Albany Downtown Association, Albany Visitors Association or on the City of Albany’s website www.cityofalbany.net (search "Preservation Activities 2012"). Return entries to the Community Development Department at Albany City Hall by 5:00pm May 21 to be entered to win a prize. The winners will be announced at Preservation Awards Presentation May 23rd.
Friday, May 4th
Upstairs Downtown Loft Tour 4 to 8 p.m. and Wine Walk 5 to 8 p.m. Loft Tour is free. There is a fee for Wine Walk, with over 20 wineries participating. VIP packages available at the ADA office for $45 per person or 2 for $75. Package includes a reserved parking space, wine glass and glass holder, VIP badge and script, and special pre-event reception. Sponsored by the Albany Rotary Club and the Albany Downtown Association: 541-928-2469 albanydowntown.com.
Saturday, May 5th
Old Fashioned Farmers’ Market, every Saturday, 9a.m. to 1p.m. Purchase hand-picked produce, fresh flowers, baked bread, local eggs/meats and more at Albany’s old fashioned farmers’ market. Saturdays. 4th & Ellsworth, City Hall parking lot. locallygrown.org.
Linn Genealogical Society presents: "Exploring GenLine Swedish Records" 1:00 p.m. by Tanya Wood. Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave, Albany, Oregon. lgsoregon.org. (541) 791-1618 Free.
Tuesday, May 8th
What’s Up Downtown? Learn about Albany’s Preservation efforts and Main Street Program and how Albany’s past is a key component for Albany’s economic future. Sponsored by the Albany Downtown Association. 5:30p.m.
Downtown Carnegie Library, 302 Ferry SW. (541) 928-2469 albanydowntown.com. Free.
Wednesday, May 9th
Pioneer Bedtime Story at Monteith House 6:30 to 7:30p.m. circle around the fireplace and listen to a pioneer tale. Light refreshments will be served following the story and the first 20 children will receive a book to take home sponsored by Daughters of the American Revolution and the Monteith House Museum. Free.
Thursday, May 10th
How to Research Your Historic Building. 11:30 a.m. to 12: 30 p.m., Santiam Rooms Albany City Hall, 333 Broadalbin Street SW. (541) 917-7560 Free.
Friday, May 11th
Historic Monteith District Walking Tour Meet at the Monteith House at 6:30 p.m. Learn more about Albany’s historic architecture and history. (541) 928-0911 Free.
Saturday, May 12th
Window Repair Workshop with Chris Gustafson, preservation and resource specialist, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, 820 8th Ave SW garage (ADA accessible). Registration requested (541) 928-0911 Free.
Sunday May 13th
Hackleman District Walking Tour 4 p.m., meet outside Ciddici’s Pizza, 140 5th Ave SE. 541) 928-0911 Free.
Tuesday, May 15th
Historic Downtown Walking Tour of 1st Ave. Meet at Burkhart Square (Lyon and First Ave) 5:30 p.m. Learn about Albany’s historic architecture & history. Co-sponsored by the Albany Downtown Association and the Monteith Historical Society, (541) 928-2469 albanydowntown.com Free. Donations can be made to the Monteith Historical Society’s cannon fund.
Wednesday, May 16th
Historic Downtown Walking Tour of 2nd Ave. Meet at Burkhart Square (Lyon and First Ave) 5:30 p.m. Learn about Albany’s historic architecture & history. Co-sponsored by the Albany Downtown Association and the Monteith Historical Society, (541) 928-2469 albanydowntown.com Free. Donations can be made to the Monteith Historical Society’s cannon fund.
Saturday, May 19th
Monteith House Museum Pre-Season Clean-up,
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 518 2nd Ave SW. As part of Albany’s Big Pick Up, the Monteith Society will lead volunteers in some clean up and light maintenance of Albany’s oldest home. 541-928-0911.
Sunday, May 20th
Linn County Historical Society Presents: Remembering Sweet Home
by Mona Waibel-Sweet Home Resident, Author, 2 p.m., Lakeside Center Mennonite Village, Albany 541-926-4680. Free.
Wednesday, May 23th
Preservation Awards Presentation at the City Council meeting,
7:15 p.m., Albany City Hall, 333 Broadalbin Street SW, (541) 917-7560 or email anne.catlin@cityofalbany.net.
Saturday, May 26th (Held the last Saturday of most months.)
Albany Nosh Tour via Albany's Historic Trolley. Several of Albany’s favorite restaurants are right at home in historic buildings, during the preservation month tour, historic hidden gems will be pointed out along the way. The Nosh Tour takes participants back stage in many of Albany's home-grown restaurants; tasting food and drink samples of what makes each establishment stand out, getting to see behind the scenes, and speaking with the people who make it all happen. Reservations are required and you must be 21 years old. Call 541-928-0911 to make reservations and for more information.
Just outside of Albany…
Saturday & Sunday, May 5th & 6th
Carriage Me Back to 1887 Sat. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Sun. noon-4 p.m., Linn County Museum & Moyer House, 101 Park Avenue, Brownsville, (541) 466-3390, $ www.historicbrownsville.com
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, May 18th-20th
Annual Linn County Lamb & Wool Fair, Scio Lamb Fairground, Scio, OR (503)394-3389 www.lambfair.org.
Saturday, May 19th
Boston Mill Society’s Annual Meeting 1-2 p.m. The Boston/Thompson flouring mill east of Shedd is the oldest water-powered mills in Oregon. Ranger Tom Parsons and BMS Board members Larry and Roy Thompson will speak. Tours of the mill and refreshments will be available. Board members and officer elections will be held. If you are interested in the future of this historic site, plan to attend. Thompson’s Mills State Heritage Site, 1 1/2 miles east of Shedd, (541) 491-3611 www.bostonmill.org Free.
Saturday & Sunday, May 19th-20th
Civil War Reenactment Presented by the Northwest Civil War Council. Battle reenactments with artillery, infantry and cavalry. Sat. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 4+ acres of living history with reenactors in period clothing and uniforms, campsites. Battles are scheduled at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Many demonstrations Civil War era Church service on Sunday morning at 9:30am. Admission $5- $8 free for children under 6. Cheadle Lake Park, east of Lebanon to the north of Hwy 20.
Preservation Opportunities Year-round
Tour Historic Districts
Seems Like Old Times, a self-guided walking/driving tour will guide you through three districts on the National Register of Historic Places with over 700 buildings, historic churches and museums. Available online and at the Albany Visitors Association. www.albanyvisitors.com.
Albany Regional Museum
Open Mon. through Fri. 12noon to 4 p.m. Sat. 10am-2pm. A fun collection of Albany memorabilia, photos and artifacts make the museum a must see.
136 Lyon S, Albany. (541) 967-7122.
Albany’s Historic Carousel and Museum
Open Mon. through Sat., 10am to 4p.m. 503 First West. (541) 791-3340.
Antique & Collectable Shopping
Enjoy shopping antique & collectible shops in Historic Downtown Albany.
Covered Bridge Tour
Step back in time as you travel through the covered bridges of Linn County. Pick up a self-guided driving tour at the Albany Visitors Association.
Downtown Movie Night—Enjoy a movie in the atmosphere of the restored Pix Theater, one of the finest examples of commercial Queen Anne Architecture in the city of Albany. Open 7 days a week. Pix Theater, $, 321 2nd SW, (541) 967-SHOW.
Albany Civic Theater
Located in the Historic Regina Frager Auditorium. 111 W. 1st Ave. PO Box 82, Albany, $ 541-928-4603. www.albanycivic.org.
Linn County Genealogical Society
An extensive assortment of historical and genealogical holdings are available for members and the general public in the Albany Public Library. 2450 14th Ave, Albany, Oregon. www.lgsoregon.org (541) 791-1618.
For information contact the Albany Visitors Association
