Deadline Extended for Session Proposals!

We are now accepting proposals for educational sessions at the NY Statewide Preservation Conference! The Conference will take place in person in Rochester, NY, April 15-17, 2024.

Session proposals should address a broad range of preservation-related topics from project case studies and technical services to uncovered histories and the future of the field. Sessions can be a combination of presentations, short films, Q&A sessions, panel discussions, and guided neighborhood tours and/or building tours.

Guidelines:

• We accept and encourage proposals on all topics related to historic preservation.
• Sessions that include diverse panelists/speakers, including people of color, women, LGBTQ, and youth will receive priority consideration.
• All panels should represent diverse perspectives and lived experiences.
• Topics that address historically marginalized communities and current issues regarding social justice and equity as they relate to historic preservation (i.e. gentrification, intangible heritage, non-traditional or new preservation practices) will receive priority consideration.

You do not need to be a preservation professional to share your story. Whether you are a grassroots community activist, an urban planner, a non-profit organization, an architect, a neighborhood group, a developer, property owner, or a municipality, we want to hear from you! We are looking for a diverse range of topics that include everything from neighborhood advocacy and small town revitalization to complex tax credit rehab projects and place-based event planning.

Proposals are due by Friday, October 20th at noon.

The NY Statewide Preservation Conference is presented by: The Landmark Society of Western New York; City of Rochester; The Preservation League of New York State; and the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.

Ghost Walk is SOLD OUT!

Spots remaining! Join us for a YUPventure hike!

The YUPs are going on a (rescheduled) adventure on Saturday, October 28th! We’ll start the day off with a moderate 2-3 mile hike in the Wesley Hill Nature Preserve to the Wenrich Cabin. The cabin was built by nationally known artist John Wenrich in 1926 as a place of respite and contemplation. For years, the cabin has sat unused and unmaintained. The Landmark Society included it in our 2023 Five to Revive list to draw attention to this rapidly deteriorating but magical place.

After the hike, we’ll head into town for behind-the-scenes tours of two Naples landmarks: the 1794 Federal style Cleveland House (operated by the Naples Historical Society) and the 1965 St. Januarius Church, designed by James Johnson (architect of the famed Mushroom House).

We’ll cap off the day with a few drinks at Engine 14 Brewery.

Cost is $12.51 per person, and space is limited.  All ages are welcome. Check the link below for a detailed itinerary and FAQ.

This is going to be a fun, casual adventure with several members of the Young Urban Preservationists, (YUPs for short).  We are an affiliate group of The Landmark Society, are an emerging generation of preservationists in the greater Rochester region dedicated to promoting inclusive, modern, and innovative preservation practices to help revitalize communities and our built environment.  Please spread the word if you know someone that might be interested!

RoCo Member Show - Landmark Award

This year marks the 33rd Annual Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo) Member Exhibition, which continues to be one of the region’s most significant and beloved visual art exhibitions. Last year’s show featured nearly 400 artists, and 55 of them gave public artist talks. Additionally, the economic impact of the exhibition was significant with over $17,000 paid to local artists!

RoCo invites artists from the Rochester region and beyond to enter one artwork and participate in this diverse and eclectic exhibition. All entries will be exhibited and eligible for numerous cash awards. Artwork will be accepted November 3rd-5th.

This year’s Landmark Award, sponsored by The Landmark Society, celebrates creativity in the realm of preservation, community development, and the diversity of Rochester’s neighborhoods.

Visit the RoCo website for more details.

Image courtesy of Rochester Contemporary Art Center.

Preservation Awards & Annual Meeting - Sunday, November 12th

REMINDER: The Landmark Society’s 2023 Preservation Awards and Annual Meeting will take place at the Rochester Academy of Medicine on Sunday, November 12th at 3:00pm. This year’s awards will honor individuals and organizations in our nine-county area that have made outstanding efforts in the field of preservation. The event will begin with a brief business meeting and will include light refreshments. Landmark Society members are encouraged to attend. Non-members are welcome!

Annual Jubilee - Friday, December 1st

Tickets on sale through November 17th.

This year’s Landmark Society Annual Jubilee will take place at Rochester’s only Boutique Urban Inn, The Inn on Broadway, located at 26 Broadway on Friday, December 1st, 6pm.

Designed by architect Leon Stern, The Inn on Broadway was originally built in 1929 as the third location for the University Club of Rochester. The building has since been beautifully restored into the Inn as it stands today. A 25-room Urban Inn where modern luxury meets historic charm is surely a tribute to the city’s prestigious history that exudes the glamour and grandeur of the Flower City.

As in past years, the Jubilee will offer an assortment of silent auction experiences to bid on, hors d’ oeuvres, plated dinner and dessert provided by Tournedos, which has become Rochester’s premier steakhouse. The evening’s live musical entertainment will feature The Bob Sneider Trio with accomplished guest flutist and Landmark Society Trustee, Tim Forster, and world class singer Madeline Forster.

Don’t miss this special event to celebrate with us!

Landmark Travels - Prague & Danube Cruise, plus Arte Cuba

Who’s ready for international travel in 2024?

Arte Cuba – April 22 – May 2, 2024
The Landmark Society is excited that we are finally going back to the beautiful island of Cuba for an 11 day Landmark Travels tour. We have a wonderful trip planned that highlights the arts and coincides with the Havana International Art Biennial. We will be staying in Havana, Cienfuegos, and Varadero, with visits to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Architecture, music, art, and great food in the company of Landmark friends (old or new). Pricing starting at $5,615 per person (member, double occupancy).

Prague and Danube River Cruise – Fall 2024
This tour that includes a 2-night stay in Prague before joining a 9-night Danube River Cruise. We will only be taking 30 guests on this exciting tour of the three architectural gems of Prague, Vienna, and Budapest. Our guests will experience an exclusive pre-cruise tour of Prague where we will meet Landmark friends, the Becan family – Frank, Hanna, Martin, Marketa, and their two girls. Our home base will be the elegant Hotel Pariz Prague and highlights will be a visit to the historic town of Kutna Hora and a magnificent view of Old Town Square and the Astronomical clock during a rooftop dinner at the Hotel U Prince. Then we will transfer to our Emerald Cruise Star Ship to embark on a first class cruise down the Danube River with beautiful staterooms, gourmet meals, and an indoor pool. We will visit the charming towns and villages of Passau, Germany; Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic; Linz, Melk, and Weissenkirchen, Austria; and Bratislava, Slovakia. There will be numerous excursions, hiking opportunities, and cultural activities, including a Landmark guest meet and greet with acclaimed actress, Sona MacDonald.

Upcoming Events

October 20th & 21st: Ghost Walk Returns! (SOLD OUT!)

November 12th: 2023 Landmark Society Preservation Awards and Annual Meeting

December 1st: Annual Jubilee

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