Are You in the Restoration Trade? Meet & Learn from the Pros!
6th Annual WPA Conference
The Window Preservation Alliance's Annual Meeting features two full days of workshops, "shop talk with the pros" learning opportunities, and panel discussion sessions. This event is open to members and non-members - so if you are in the preservation or restoration trades, or are a preservation consultant or organization - this conference if for YOU!
- Tradespeople & Artisans
- Architects, Designers & Consultants
- Policy Makers
- Educators
- Historic Preservation Organizations
There will be vendors on hand throughout the conference to show window restoration specific products. On Saturday evening we'll gather for a real Maine lobster bake with a bonus auction to benefit a worthy cause. Before the Annual Meeting Sunday, window restoration shops in the New England region will be open for tours for attendees.
WPA Board Member and Accurate's owner, Marc Bagala, is hosting the conference this year in his shops in Westbrook, Maine. WRS Shop Manager, Carl Bagala, will be demonstrating our manufacturing process and answering questions throughout the weekend. The conference is open to members and non-members. Learn more about the conference.
We're meeting in person and we're excited to see you!
Register now! Early bird pricing remains until August 15th and space is limited.
Workshops include:
Why Sashes Fail & How to Prevent it **
Storm Windows: What to Do About Condensation & Other Burning Questions **
Preservation Standards: Understanding Them & How They Help Your Business **
Talking the Talk of Preservation: Using the Correct Terms & Language **
Leaded Glass: Diagnosing & Planning Appropriate Repairs
Lead it Be: Strategies for Dealing with Lead Paint
Weatherstripping: Making Old Windows Energy Efficient
**Pending AIA Continuing Education Credit
There will be LIVE Demonstrations throughout the weekend:
Drop in anytime throughout the weekend to talk with historic preservation expert craftspeople and watch them in action!
Sash Repairs
Window Glazing
Painting & Staining
Paint Stripping
WORKSHOPS FOR WPA MEMBERS:
Get Paid What You’re Worth
Marketing in Today’s Digital World
Keep Yourself Successful & Sane at the Same Time
Keynote Speaker: Scott Hanson, author of Restoring Your Historic House
The Annual Meeting features two full days of workshops, hand on learning opportunities, and directed discussion sessions. On Saturday evening we'll gather for a real Maine lobster bake with a bonus auction to benefit a worthy cause.