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PRESERVATION SAVING PLACES CONFERENCE 2026 FEBRUARY 11-13, 2026 • DOUBLETREE HOTEL, DENVER

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WELCOME TO THE 2026 SAVING PLACES CONFERENCE! Dear Conference Attendees, On behalf of Colorado Preservation, Inc.’s Board of Directors and staff, we are delighted to welcome you to the 2026 Saving Places Conference. We are grateful you have joined us for this gathering of individuals who care deeply about saving and protecting Colorado’s historic places. Your presence here, whether you are a longtime preservation practitioner, a trades professional, a community advocate, a student, or just newly curious about preservation, strengthens this movement and reminds us why this work matters. As Colorado’s statewide nonprofit dedicated to building a future with historic places, CPI has spent more than four decades promoting, preserving, and protecting the landmarks that connect us to our past and shape our communities today. We do this through education, advocacy, technical assistance, and by shining a light on places in need of urgent attention. The Saving Places Conference is one of our most important tools for advancing the educational component of this mission. It brings all of us together to share knowledge, challenge assumptions, and learn practical ways to keep preservation relevant, effective, and community centered. The broad theme for the 2026 conference, “The Case for Preservation,” is extensive and comes at exactly the right time. This year we are exploring the importance of building the preservation trades and growing a strong preservation workforce, while also recognizing three key milestones that signify the ongoing work of preservation: the 60th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act, the 150th anniversary of Colorado’s statehood, and the 250th anniversary of the United States. These moments invite celebration but also reflection and action. They ask us to consider what we are preserving and why and how we are preserving it. Most importantly, they ask us to think about how we carry preservation forward. Milestone anniversaries like these also remind us that preservation is not just about the places we save, but about what we learn and how we choose to grow. Since 1966, the National Historic Preservation Act has given us a framework and a legal foundation for protecting places and engaging the public. Over 150 years of Colorado statehood, our cities, towns, and rural regions have risen, adapted, and been reinvented, often anchored by the historic buildings and cultural landscapes within their communities. And at 250 years as a nation, we are called to interpret our shared story more honestly and more completely, elevating the histories of all people who have shaped these places. Preservation today must be inclusive, forward-looking, and rooted in community needs. Over the next several days, I we hope you find sessions that spark new thinking and practical steps, ideas about building training pipelines, project funding, preservation policy, community engagement, and the evolving meaning of preservation in a changing world. We also hope you find time for the equally important work that happens when people who care about history and place come together: conversations over coffee, creative problem-solving with peers, and connections that turn into future collaborations. We are grateful to our sponsors, partners, speakers, and planning committee who made this year’s conference possible, and especially thankful to our members and supporters who advance CPI’s statewide mission year-round. Most of all, thank you for being here. Your work is what keeps us going and Colorado’s heritage alive and relevant for the future. May this conference inspire you, equip you, and remind you that preservation is a team effort requiring many partners and skillsets. For our Past, Present, and Future,

KATHLEEN CORBETT

JENNIFER ORRIGO CHARLES

Board Chair, Colorado Preservation, Inc.

Executive Director, Colorado Preservation, Inc.

CPI Staff Jennifer Orrigo Charles - Executive Director Amanda Tollberg - Events & Development Director Stephanie Bakken - Strategic Engagement Officer Kate McCoy - Historic Preservation Tax Credit Consultant

Katie Peterson - Endangered Places Program Director Amy Aschliman - Preservation Services Director Kelly Clark - CPI Preservation Workforce Consultant

CPI Board Members Cassandra Atencio (Ignacio) Maggie Bolden (Denver) Chris Bowles (Greeley) Garrett Briggs (Ignacio) Wade Broadhead (Pueblo) *Kathy Corbett (Denver), Chair Michael Gayle (Denver) Kim Grant (Denver)

Julie Johnson (Denver) Elizabeth Kellums (Greeley) Natasha Krasnow (Grand Junction) *James Kroll (Denver), Secretary Dave Lively (Grand Lake) *Greg Movesian (Denver), Treasurer *Ann Mullins (Aspen), Vice Chair Western Slope

Sandra Ortega (San Luis) Jeff Owsley (Alamosa) *Meg Touborg (Denver), Vice Chair Eastern Slope Steve Turner (Denver) Gillian White (Aspen) *Jane Watkins (Englewood), Vice Chair *Tom Witt (Denver) *Executive Committee

WE ARE COLORADO PRESERVATION, INC. Since 1984, Colorado Preservation, Inc. (CPI) has diligently worked to make a difference in communities throughout the state. Energized around a central theme of “building a future with historic places,” CPI was founded by visionary leaders 42 years ago who identified a need for a statewide nonprofit organization structured around preserving, protecting, and promoting Colorado’s historic places. Historic preservation is much more than keeping “old” buildings standing; preservation is about creating a sense of place, enhancing communities, and revitalizing economies. Our organization promotes the critical connection between people and place. CPI works to ensure historic places across Colorado are protected and will be preserved for future generations with a small staff of six supported by a board of 22, and a devoted volunteer corps. CPI advances its mission by partnering with property owners, non-profit organizations, educators, and local governments through its signature initiatives, Colorado’s Most Endangered Places Program (EPP), its annual Saving Places® Conference and its Dana Crawford & State Honor Awards. The Saving Places Conference is one of the many ways CPI advances historic preservation by bringing together individuals, organizations, communities, and projects from across the nation to discuss the latest in preservation, looking at common concerns and challenges while celebrating our collective accomplishments. For over 25 years, CPI has provided essential training and networking opportunities to individuals like YOU who are working to protect our state’s heritage. Thank you to the many people, organizations, and supporters who have helped (and continue to help) make the conference what it is today! CPI is particularly grateful to History Colorado - State Historical Fund for their generous support, which has made this conference possible. Thank you for joining us, and please stop by our CPI table to introduce yourself to our Executive Director, Jennifer Orrigo Charles, CPI Board, and Staff.

OUR MISSION IN ACTION Colorado’s history is important to us, as we know it is to you. Each year conference attendees share ideas, make new connections, and learn new tools to advance the work of preservation in Colorado. Thank you for being a part of the preservation movement by attending this year! Thank you for your commitment to our shared history and places that collectively represent where we came from and shape the future. CPI works statewide with sites, community leaders, residents and organizations to ensure we build a future with Colorado’s historic resources. Through our signature initiatives like Colorado’s Most Endangered Places and our Preservation Services Program, we work with the public to identify and protect some of the state’s most important, yet threatened, sites. In 2025, through our Preservation Services Program we were able to acquire over $1.1 million in grant funding to support historic resources, landscapes, in partnership with more than 30 communities and partner groups throughout Colorado. These projects support the efforts of private property owners as well as small rural communities in need of project assistance. We submitted tax credit applications for five projects, which are projected to yield approximately $1.75 million in Historic Preservation Tax Credits to help property owners offset the costs of rehabilitating historic properties. Visit CPI’s information table to talk about your project and find out more about CPI’s statewide efforts and programs.

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BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER! YOU CAN HELP CPI BUILD A FUTURE WITH HISTORIC PLACES ENDANGERED PLACES PROGRAM WEEKEND WORKSHOPS Volunteers, donors, sponsors, partner organizations, and members like you are essential to the Endangered Places Program and CPI’s work with historic resources statewide. These workshops are critical to helping save listed resources and give individuals across the state an opportunity to volunteer their time while working directly with a threatened resource. Volunteers need no preservation experience but can learn from professionals who help guide the project over one to two days. Each summer, these workshops allow volunteers to understand aspects of a preservation trade while helping to save an important piece of Colorado’s history.

Colorado Preservation, Inc. needs your support to continue to protect Colorado's Most Endangered Places for residents, visitors, and generations to come. Join us today by becoming an individual or organizational member!

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In 2025, CPI’s Endangered Places Program hosted two hands-on preservation workshops that brought volunteers together from across the state to support threatened historic resources. Participants worked alongside preservation professionals to learn stabilization techniques, including mothballing a historic building at the Montezuma Orchard and conducting structural investigation and short-term stabilization at the Indiana Jones Bed & Breakfast. These workshops provided temporary stabilization while equipping volunteers with real-world skills in traditional preservation practices.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS! Established in 1879, History Colorado—formerly the Colorado Historical Society—preserves Colorado’s rich heritage through the State Historical Fund, the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, collections stewardship, statewide museums, and special programs for students, educators, and visitors of all ages. The State Historical Fund, a program of History Colorado, awards grants to public and non-profit organizations to preserve Colorado’s architectural and archeological treasures for public benefit. This project is paid for in part by a History Colorado State Historical Fund grant.

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60 years of preserving our shared heritage: The national historic preservation act A Promise to the Past. A Commitment to the Future. Selected Excerpts from the Preamble: The Congress finds and declares that: (1) the spirit and direction of the Nation are founded upon and reflected in its historic heritage; (2) the historical and cultural foundations of the Nation should be preserved as a living part of our community life and development in order to give a sense of orientation to the American people; (3) historic properties significant to the Nation's heritage are being lost or substantially altered, often inadvertently, with increasing frequency; (4) the preservation of this irreplaceable heritage is in the public interest so that its vital legacy of cultural, educational, aesthetic, inspirational, economic, and energy benefits will be maintained and enriched for future generations of Americans;

(6) the increased knowledge of our historic resources, the establishment of better means of identifying and administering them, and the encouragement of their preservation will improve the planning and execution of Federal and federally assisted projects and will assist economic growth and development; and (7) although the major burdens of historic preservation have been borne and major efforts initiated by private agencies and individuals, and both should continue to play a vital role, it is nevertheless necessary and appropriate for the Federal Government to accelerate its historic preservation programs and activities, to give maximum encouragement to agencies and individuals undertaking preservation by private means, and to assist State and local governments and the National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States to expand and accelerate their historic preservation programs.

(5) in the face of ever-increasing extensions of urban centers, highways, and residential, commercial, and industrial developments, the present governmental and nongovernmental historic preservation programs and activities are inadequate to insure future generations a genuine opportunity to appreciate and enjoy the rich heritage of our Nation;

Why This Still Matters 60 Years Later: Since its passage in 1966, the National Historic Preservation Act has been the foundation of preservation in the United States, protecting historic places, strengthening communities, supporting local economies, and ensuring that progress does not come at the cost of our shared story. As we mark the 60th anniversary of the NHPA, its message remains as urgent and relevant as ever: preservation is not about stopping change, it is about guiding it with purpose, memory, and responsibility. COLORADO PRESERVATION, INC.’S SAVING PLACES® 2026 CONFERENCE | DOUBLETREE HOTEL DENVER 8

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SAVING PLACES CONFERENCE 2026 FEATURED SPEAKERS Colorado Preservation, Inc. is proud to bring preservation experts, community leaders, and property owners from across the nation to present important information to attendees of our Saving Places Conference. This year, you can expect to hear from nearly 100 speakers and over 30 engaging sessions that will provide you with new ways to advance historic preservation in your community! CPI is honored to welcome our 2026 featured speakers and special guests, who will explore the importance of building and expanding the preservation trades, the importance of preservation policy, as well as exploring the foundation of preservation as we enter the 60th anniversary of the Historic Preservation Act. In addition to these broad themes, featured speakers will address the 150th anniversary of Colorado as well as celebrate the 250th anniversary of America. We strongly encourage you to attend these special presentations and assure you that you will leave inspired with new ideas for how to advance preservation in your community.

ANALOG MIND: THE FUTURE TRANSMISSION OF TRADITIONAL CRAFT KNOWLEDGE, A CRISIS OR AN INFLECTION POINT? Wednesday, February 11, 10:00-11:45am • Grand Ballroom I-IV

CPI invites Jeff Greene to examine and speak to the crisis unfolding in preservation trades, where the success of historic preservation has not been matched by investment JEFF in craft education. We are at a new cultural inflection point. As AI accelerates and digital GREENE tools become ubiquitous, the knowledge we are losing isn’t theoretical, it's the embodied wisdom in the hands of craftspeople who preserve our built heritage. Through historical Architect & Founder parallels, from the Renaissance to the Industrial Revolution to the digital age, Jeff argues that every technological leap creates a renewed need for analog, tactile understanding. Audiences will learn why historic trades and trades people hold irreplaceable cultural knowledge and why preservation must expand its mission to protect these human skills. The talk concludes with a path forward: cultural change through conversation, education, and a renewed dignity for hands-on craft.

SMALL MOVES: PRESERVATION, ADAPTIVE REUSE AND AUTHENTIC PLACES Wednesday, February 11, 10:00-11:45am • Grand Ballroom I-IV

CPI is pleased to bring Jim Heid to the conference, who will draw on his acclaimed book Building Small: A Toolkit for Real Estate Entrepreneurs, Civic Leaders and Great Communities to kick off the event on Wednesday, February 11th. With over forty years experience as an urban designer, land planner, sustainability strategist and now infill developer, Jim brings a broad range of perspectives and skills to the discussion about how communities grow.

JIM HEID, FASLA

Historic preservation as a redevelopment tool often results in large projects that give significant structures a new life. But what about the smaller, unsung buildings that add to the fabric of places we live? In this session, developer, urban designer and author, Jim Heid, FASLA will share how Small scale approaches can result in big benefits. ** Attendees interested in this topic should plan to see Jim speak at the session hosted by Downtown Colorado, Inc. Thursday, February 12, 1:45pm - 3:00pm • Colorado Ballroom II & III

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THE NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT AT 60: WHAT HAVE WE ACCOMPLISHED AND WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? Thursday, February 12, 9:00-10:30am • Grand Ballroom I-IV

CPI welcomes Stephanie Toothman, retired Associate Director of Cultural Resources, Partnerships and Science with the National Park Service, to discuss the 60th Anniversary of the Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Passed at a time when it was recognized that “historic properties significant to the Nation’s heritage are being lost or substantially altered… STEPHANIE with increasing frequency,” the Act established a partnership framework to strengthen TOOTHMAN and expand the preservation of our “irreplaceable heritage.”. In 2026 we have the opportunity to share these achievements and challenges with the American public while celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Stephanie will highlight how imperative it is to work together to both address the preservation challenges we face and celebrate the wins we have experienced over the past 60 years.

ENDANGERED PLACES LUNCHEON RIGID RULES, LOST BUILDINGS: LETTING BUILDINGS EVOLVE BY EVOLVING AUTHENTICITY IN PUBLIC POLICY Thursday, February 12, 11:00-12:40pm • Grand Ballroom I-IV

CPI welcomes Jeremy C. Wells, an award-winning historic preservation public policy expert, to speak at the Endangered Places Program luncheon. He will focus on how public preservation policies often threaten—instead of save—historic buildings because JEREMY C. of how historical integrity is defined and operationalized. While buildings must evolve to WELLS survive, we also need to evolve how authenticity works in public policy to save buildings. Jeremy will trace the origins of authenticity/historical integrity in public policy and present a case for updating local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines using concepts from people’s lived experiences. This shift would allow buildings to evolve without sacrificing their perceived authenticity.

ESTAMOS AQUÍ: REFRAMING 250 YEARS OF AMERICAN HERITAGE THROUGH LATINX STORIES Friday, February 13, 9:00-11:30am • Grand Ballroom I-IV

If preservation is meant to tell the American story, why has it preserved only a narrow slice of our nation’s full history—and what could it look like if those most impacted by erasure were shaping the narrative? As we celebrate several important milestones in 2026 this session SEHILA challenges us to imagine a more truthful, community-led preservation movement. MOTA Sehila Mota Casper, Executive Director of Latinos in Heritage Conservation (LHC), CASPER highlights how Latinx histories—from early Hispano and Indigenous lifeways to land grants, labor movements, sacred sites, and Chicano activism—reshape our understanding of the American story. Drawing on LHC’s national initiatives, she offers strategies for equity, representation, and narrative change. Join us in affirming the fullness of our shared heritage and declaring, “Estamos aquí — we are here.”

COLORADO STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER PANEL A CELEBRATION OF 150 YEARS OF COLORADO STATEHOOD Friday, February 13, 9:00-11:30am • Grand Ballroom I-IV

Georgianna Contiguglia (SHPO 1998-2008), Dawn DiPrince (SHPO 2021-Current), Ed Nichols (SHPO 2008-2015), Steve Turner (SHPO 2016-2021), Moderated by Barb Pahl In celebration of Colorado’s 150th anniversary of statehood, CPI is honored to host a DAWN moderated conversation with Colorado’s living past and present State Historic Preservation DIPRINCE Officers. Drawing on decades of leadership, this panel will reflect on the defining COLORADO’S preservation challenges of their tenures, from shifting development pressures and funding CURRENT SHPO landscapes to evolving community expectations, and how those lessons shape the work ahead. Framed by the enduring legacy of the National Historic Preservation Act, this panel will explore how the Act transformed preservation practice in Colorado, enabled statewide protections and partnerships, and continues to influence the tools and responsibilities we rely on as we move into the next 150 years. 11

NEW FOR 2026: PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK Look for the trades icon to find a session in this track in every conference block! CPI is pleased to introduce a new Preservation Workforce Development Track, featuring a deep dive into preservation workforce trends and challenges, successful preservation workforce development models outside Colorado, and opportunities to advance and expand the career field to reach a more robust and inclusive workforce. This initiative not only connects those interested in joining the preservation workforce with educators and employers, but also brings participants into the conversation through panels, Q&As, and roundtable-style sessions. Session topics include succession planning, building a successful training program, and creating employment pipelines for a stronger workforce.

DEVELOPING A PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK Thursday, February 12, 1:45-3:00pm • Crystal Ballroom I

This year CPI has forged several new partnerships on our quest to bring preservation workforce development to the forefront of our focus and conversations. 2026 introduces Katherine Wonson, the principal and founder of Old School Heritage Solutions, a historic preservation education and consulting firm based in Jackson, KATHERINE WY. Katherine has worked to build our inaugural workforce development track for WONSON this year's conference. Before starting her own business, Katherine spent a decade working on training and rehabilitation projects for the National Park Service, including roles as the Director of the Western Center for Historic Preservation and Lead Historic Preservation Training Manager at the Historic Preservation Training Center. Katherine also spent five years managing the cultural resources program at Grand Teton National Park. She has served on the board of the Alliance for Historic Wyoming, the Teton County Historic Preservation Board, and founded the Teton Trust for Historic Places. Katherine holds a Master’s degree in Historic Preservation from Columbia University and an advanced certificate from the University of Pennsylvania.

We’re here to help you preserve your historic resource! Did you know Colorado Preservation, Inc. (CPI) offers hands-on Preservation Services to support historic property owners, nonprofits, local governments, and communities across the state? Whether you’re just getting started or navigating a complex project, CPI can help you move your idea forward with confidence.

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BEYOND THE SESSIONS CELEBRATING HERITAGE FOR ALL AT THE COLORADO STATE CAPITOL! [OFFSITE] Tuesday, February 10, 7:30-9:00am • Colorado State Capitol (200 E. Colfax, 2nd floor outside the old Supreme Court)

Join Colorado Preservation, Inc., History Colorado, and our partners for a morning of advocacy and visibility at the Colorado State Capitol on Tuesday, February 10, from 7:30–9:00am on the second floor outside the Old Supreme Court. Throughout the morning, history and preservation organizations from across the state will host tables highlighting the impact of heritage work, from the preservation tax credit to the State Historical Fund, endangered places, statewide programs and community-led efforts. Attendees are encouraged to stop by, engage with legislators and fellow advocates, and show their support by wearing blue as a visible sign of unity around the importance of Colorado's past. Together, our presence sends a powerful message: preserving Colorado’s places, stories, and heritage matters to our communities, our economy, and our future.

ROOTED IN PLACE: CELEBRATING COLORADO AT 150 Wednesday - Friday • Throughout the Conference

Throughout the conference, we invite you to pause, reflect, and explore the Rooted in Place easel displays featured throughout the venue. These stories, shared with Colorado Preservation, Inc. over the past year, highlight the people, places, and traditions that shape Colorado’s diverse sense of place. Through historic and contemporary images paired with personal narratives, the displays celebrate how preservation lives in communities across the state. Together, they form a collective portrait of Colorado at 150, reminding us that our history is not only found in buildings and landscapes, but in the voices, memories, and connections that keep them meaningful today.

PRESERVATION POSTCARDS: CONNECTING PLACE TO POLICY Wednesday - Friday • Executive Room B

Visit this interactive space at some point during the conference to turn Colorado’s stories of place into targeted outreach to Colorado’s elected officials. Each preservation postcard features a site from across the state. We invite you to choose a postcard that resonates with you and write a personal note to your legislators, sharing why preservation matters and why policies that protect places like our nation’s National Park System and the foundations of the National Historic Preservation Act are essential. CPI will mail all collected postcards after the event to the featured legislators. Help us create a big impact with a strong attendee response!

PRESERVATION WORKFORCE NETWORKING EVENT Wednesday, February 11, 6:00-8:00pm • Grand Ballroom II-III

Join CPI for a FREE Preservation Workforce Development Networking Event, open to all. This gathering is designed to connect preservation employers with people looking for jobs, students and emerging professionals with seasoned professionals, and current practitioners eager to meet collaborators across the industry. Whether you’re hiring, job-seeking, mentoring, or simply preservation-curious, you will find your people here. The event will feature guided networking activities to help you form meaningful connections. Meet people across different parts of the preservation pipeline, swap stories, build real connections, and maybe win a prize or two. Bring your business cards, your resume, or just your curiosity, this is a low-pressure space to find talent, find opportunities, and find community. **Included with conference registration - RSVPs encouraged!

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BEYOND THE SESSIONS PRESERVATION MARKETPLACE FEATURING THE SILENT AUCTION Thursday, February 12, 4:30-6:30pm

Join CPI Thursday evening for the return of the Preservation Marketplace event. Mingle with fellow attendees and conference sponsors while enjoying music, libations, and an opportunity to bid on rare and unique heritage experiences in Colorado. All purchases benefit the Endangered Places Program and help support the work of CPI.

SAVING PLACES ON THE ROAD Join us in beautiful Buena Vista on June 13th & 14th to celebrate the community’s heritage of mining, railroads, and ranching. The weekend will feature walking and bus tours plus opportunities to explore the small-town character and sense of place of this popular outdoor and tourist mecca. Attendees are invited to enjoy an outdoor concert, rodeo festivities, a movie at the National Registerlisted drive-in theater, or a soak in a hot springs. Buena Vista will showcase collaborative efforts to preserve iconic Main Street buildings along with adaptive reuse projects that have revitalized long-dormant facilities, providing space for in-demand community services. You won’t want to miss the Taste of BV event which will feature local cuisine and great music. In 2026 the Buena Vista Historic Preservation Commission will celebrate the 10th anniversary of its establishment. Over the past decade, the dedicated volunteers on the Commission have designated cherished places as local landmarks, developed architectural design guidelines for historic East Main Street, sponsored coloring contests for Historic Preservation Month, and worked with the Board of Trustees to enact a revised building code that dictates height, materials, setback, and other features of new construction along East Main Street in order to manage change and assure for compatible appearance. Register for On the Road with your Saving Places registration and enjoy early bird pricing!

PRESERVATION TRIVIA IS BACK! "ONE FISH, TWO FISH, RED FISH, BLUE FISH" Wednesday, February 11, 5:00-6:00pm • Grand Ballroom I

It is the 150th anniversary of Colorado and the 250th anniversary of the United States! Not to mention the 60th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act! Time to show what you know about History, Heritage, and Preservation with a rousing game of trivia. Each of three rounds will focus on an important theme in our state or nation’s history, or maybe on the nuts and bolts of the NHPA, or maybe on Dr. Seuss. Who knows? We are not telling. You will need a smartphone, laptop, or tablet to submit answers, but feel free to attend even if you are not feeling competitive! Accuracy counts and so does speed but most important is that you have fun and maybe even learn a little something. See you there! Speakers:

Kathy Corbett (Corbett AHS, Inc.), Abigail Christman (City and County of Denver), Traci Stoffel (Colorado Main Street Program)

FEATURED SESSIONS SCHOOLS & CHURCHES: PRESERVATION & REPURPOSE 12:45-2:00pm • Crystal Ballroom II

Churches and schools have long been the centers of community life. Now, many are closing their doors, leaving empty spaces where neighbors once gathered, learned, and celebrated together. The loss of these buildings ripples through WADE towns and cities, raising pressing questions about how to preserve their stories BROADHEAD and repurpose their structures before it’s too late.

SHANNON JAXX

This panel brings together practitioners, developers, and community advocates who are finding creative ways to breathe new life into these landmarks. Through real examples from across the state and beyond, panelists will share how former sanctuaries have become performance venues, classrooms have turned into housing, and playgrounds have grown into community gardens. They’ll discuss the financing, partnerships, and public engagement needed to make these transformations possible and the cultural sensitivity required to honor what came before. Speakers: Wade Broadhead (City of Pueblo), Shannon Jaxx (Kansas City Public Schools), Matt Bowles (Property Owner), Brad Rowland (Emergent Campus)

SMALL-SCALE, BIG IMPACT: BUILDING COLORADO’S FUTURE THROUGH PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT Thursday, February 12, 1:45-3:00pm • Colorado Ballroom II & III

Downtown Colorado, Inc. is partnering with Jim Heid of Building Small to embark on a new private sector Small Scale Developer Program to build local capacity for locally driven small project success across the state. Why? Colorado communities KATHERINE JIM must offer support to local "accidental developers" to deliver projects that fit their CORRELL HEID character, meet housing and business needs, and preserve the places people love. By supporting small developers with training, partnership, and connections, DCI is helping bridge the gap between vision and action. This program also strengthens historic preservation, empowering developers to see older buildings not as obstacles, but as opportunities to creatively reuse and adapt structures that tell the story of our communities. Join us to learn how small-scale development can deliver big results for Colorado’s downtowns. Speakers:

Katherine Correll (Downtown Colorado Inc.), Jim Heid (Building Small)

PRESERVATION CAREERS THROUGH APPRENTICESHIPS: LEVERAGING COLORADO’S SYSTEM Friday, February 13, 1:30-2:45pm • Colorado Ballroom I

Apprenticeships are among the oldest training systems in the world. Since the 1930s, the United States has overseen and managed apprenticeships through the Department of Labor. These Registered Apprenticeship Programs operate through collaborations between public and private partners, including federal, state, and local governments, employers, trainers, educational institutions, and non-profit service organizations. The Campaign for Historic Trades, a nationwide workforce development initiative to expand and strengthen careers in the high–demand field of historic trades, established landmark federal historic preservation apprenticeships with the Department of Labor in 2023.

NATALIE HENSHAW

Apprenticeships are most successful when they are tailored to local and statewide realities and systems. This session will provide an overview of Colorado's Apprenticeship System, how you can utilize The Campaign's program, and explore how preservation efforts can leverage these effective, bipartisan programs. Speakers: Natalie Henshaw (The Campaign for Historic Trades), Dave Beck (Colorado Department of Labor), Jordan Riggs (The Campaign for Historic Trades)

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ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT COLORADO’S MOST ENDANGERED PLACES PROGRAM Monday, February 9 | 12 PM – Thursday, February 12 | 8 PM Looking for a one-of-a-kind item or an unforgettable experience for yourself or as a gift? Don’t miss the 2026 Endangered Places Silent Auction, available both online and in person throughout the conference. Explore a curated collection of behind-the-scenes tours, historic stays, exclusive experiences, and unique Colorado treasures, with each one offering a chance to connect more deeply with the places that make our state special. Whether you’re bidding on art, travel, or experiences, there’s something for every interest and every budget. Scan the QR code above to browse and bid online, or stop by the auction room to view featured items in person. Get your bids ready and help support the preservation of Colorado’s Endangered Places!

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KONCILJA FAMILY 2026 Dana Crawford Award Recipient

CPI is pleased to announce The Koncilja Family of Pueblo as the 2026 Dana Crawford award recipient. Brothers and attorneys, Jim and Joe Koncilja, have been practicing law in Pueblo for over 40 years. During that time, they embarked upon the acquisition and renovation of approximately twelve properties within the Union Avenue Historic District, including the Pueblo Union Depot which once served as the primary entry for the city of Pueblo. Joined by Joe's wife Tallie, their pursuits have been essential to the revitalization of the historic district. As an attraction to the area, the family has created the 'Neon Alley' consisting of approximately 75 vintage neon signs as a free outdoor art gallery. This passion is truly a family affair. Jim is the father of two daughters, Hannah and Anna, who are being raised within the passions of preservation. Joe and Tallie's sons, Joseph, George, Bobby and Teddy have carried on with the family tradition and have acquired other historically significant properties. These include the Orman Mansion, the Coronado and St. Patrick’s Church which now functions as an Autism treatment center. These projects not only continue Pueblo’s architectural heritage, but they create places of community and inspire the next generation to rethink historic resources in their own community by demonstrating the power of place. Join us as we celebrate several generations of Koncilja’s contributions to historic preservation!

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Celebrate Colorado's Preservation Success at the Hart Awards & Heritage for All Exhibition Opening

Wednesday, April 8 at 5 – 8 p.m. History Colorado Center 1200 Broadway, Denver, CO

As Colorado commemorates 150 years of statehood, celebrate the 40th Hart Awards and a new exhibition which features the full diversity of our state’s history through Heritage for All. This groundbreaking initiative is focused on adding 150 sites to the State Register of Historic Places. History Colorado has honored the legacy of Stephen H. Hart, Colorado’s first State Historic Preservation Officer, by recognizing outstanding contributions to archaeology and historic preservation across the state since 1986.

Join us to recognize Colorado's preservation wins! Learn more and RSVP: h-co.org/HartAwards 19

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

TUESDAY MORNING

CELEBRATING HERITAGE FOR ALL AT THE COLORADO STATE CAPITOL! 7:30am9:00am

Attendees are encouraged to stop by, engage with legislators and fellow advocates, and show their support by wearing blue as a visible sign of unity around the importance of preservation.

OPEN 3-DAYS OF THE CONFERENCE

OFFSITE: State Capitol 200 E Colfax Second floor outside the Old Supreme Court

PRESERVATION POSTCARDS: CONNECTING PLACE TO POLICY

Write a postcard to your legislator today noting the importance of historic preservation and upholding the guidelines of the National Historic Preservation Act!

Executive Room B

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 WEDNESDAY MORNING CPI WELCOME PLENARY PRESENTATIONS: 10:0011:45am

Analog Mind: The future transmission of Traditional Craft Knowledge, a Crisis or an Inflection Point? - Jeff Greene

Colorado Ballroom I-IV

Small Moves: Preservation, Adaptive Reuse and Authentic Places- Jim Heid

WEDNESDAY LUNCH BREAK 11:45AM-12:45PM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON TOUR BLOCK 12:00-4:00pm

HISTORIC EVANS SCHOOL: AN ADAPTIVE REUSE PROJECT Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel

12:00-4:00pm

CONSERVING THE PAST, SHAPING THE FUTURE: HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND THE EVOLUTION OF THE HIGH LINE CANAL Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel

Additional Fee Pre-Registration Required

$30

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK A

Colorado Ballroom II & III

12:45-2:00pm

STATE HISTORICAL FUND GRANTS 101

12:45-2:00pm

IS THE PRESERVATIONIST OF THE FUTURE A ROBOT? INTERPRETING TRENDS TO UNDERSTAND THE FUTURE OF THE PRESERVATION JOB MARKET WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK

Crystal Ballroom I

12:45-2:00pm

SCHOOLS & CHURCHES PRESERVATION & REPURPOSE

Crystal Ballroom II

AIA/ APA

12:45-2:00pm

FROM PUNJAB TO THE ROCKIES: PRESERVING THE SIKH HISTORY OF COLORADO

Crystal Ballroom III

AIA/ APA

12:45-2:00pm

DISABILITY HISTORY, COMMUNITY KNOWLEDGE & ACCESSIBLE PRESERVATION PLANNING PRACTICES

Grand Ballroom II & III

AIA/ APA

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WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK B Colorado Ballroom II & III

AIA/ APA

2:15-3:30pm

INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION TAX CREDITS

2:15-3:30pm

PARTNERING FOR PRESERVATION CAREERS: CO-DESIGNING EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS TO STRENGTHEN COLORADO’S WORKFORCE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK

Crystal Ballroom I

2:15-3:30pm

WHAT’S THE ISSUE? EMERGING PROFESSIONALS TACKLE PRESERVATION’S “RELEVANCY PROBLEM”

Crystal Ballroom II

2:15-3:30pm

250, 150, 60... AND 50!

Crystal Ballroom III

2:15-3:30pm

VACANT TO VITALITY: REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS ON MAIN STREET

Grand Ballroom II & III

AIA/ APA

Colorado Ballroom II & III

AIA/ APA

APA

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK C 3:45-5:00pm

SECTION 106: LEARNING THE BASICS AND HOW TO MAKE IT WORK FOR YOUR COMMUNITY

3:45-5:00pm

GOOD LEADERSHIP REPLACES ITSELF: SUCCESSION PLANNING AND MENTORSHIP IN PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK

Crystal Ballroom I

3:45-5:00pm

DIVERSIFYING THE STATE AND NATIONAL REGISTERS

Crystal Ballroom II

APA

3:45-5:00pm

BEYOND JARGON: CRAFTING MESSAGES THAT MAKE PRESERVATION MATTER

Crystal Ballroom III

APA

3:45-5:00pm

FROM PLAN TO PRACTICE: CRESTED BUTTE’S MODEL FOR PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

Grand Ballroom II & III

APA

WEDNESDAY EVENING 5:00-6:00pm

PRESERVATION TRIVIA

6:00-8:00pm

NETWORKING TRADES EVENT

**Included with conference registration

Grand Ballroom I

Grand Ballroom II & III

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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

PRESERVATION POSTCARDS: CONNECTING PLACE TO POLICY

Write a postcard to your legislator today noting the importance of historic preservation and upholding the guidelines of the National Historic Preservation Act!

Executive Room B

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12 THURSDAY MORNING

9:0010:30am

KEYNOTE PRESENTATION: The National Historic Preservation Act at 60: What Have We Accomplished and Where Do We Go From Here?STEPHANIE TOOTHMAN

10:3011:00am

THURSDAY NETWORKING / COFFEE BREAK

Grand Ballroom I-IV

Marketplace Exhibitor Hall

ENDANGERED PLACES LUNCHEON (Lunch Additional Cost - Ticket Required) FEATURED SPEAKER: 11:00am12:40pm

Rigid Rules, Lost Buildings: Letting Buildings Evolve by Evolving Authenticity in Public Policy - JEREMY WELLS

Grand Ballroom I-IV $30 w/Registration

CBS Colorado: Announcement of Colorado’s Most Endangered Places - DAVE AGUILERA THURSDAY AFTERNOON TOUR BLOCK 12:00-4:00pm

NEON SHOP TOUR Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel

12:00-4:00pm

THE STANLEY MARKETPLACE: AN ADAPTIVE REUSE PROJECT Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel

Additional Fee Pre-Registration Required

$30

THURSDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK D

1:45-3:00pm

FEATURED SESSION: SMALL-SCALE, BIG IMPACT: BUILDING COLORADO’S FUTURE THROUGH PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Colorado Ballroom II & III

1:45-3:00pm

ON THE GROUND: CHALLENGES AND TAKEAWAYS FROM LAUNCHING A PRESERVATION TRADES PRE-APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK

Crystal Ballroom I

1:45-3:00pm

FROM CHALLENGES TO CHANGE: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF THE PRESERVATION WORKFORCE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK

Crystal Ballroom II

1:45-3:00pm

DENVER IN CONTEXT: RECENTERING INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVES THROUGH DENVER’S AMERICAN INDIAN/ INDIGENOUS PEOPLES HISTORIC CONTEXT

Crystal Ballroom III

APA

1:45-3:00pm

THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT OF THE BICENTENNIAL

Grand Ballroom II & III

APA

AIA/ APA

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12

THURSDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK E Colorado Ballroom II & III

AIA/ APA/ HSW

3:15-4:30pm

BARNS: REHABILITATION AND REUSE STRATEGIES

3:15-4:30pm

TRADING PLACES: ADDRESSING THE DEFICIT IN TRADITIONAL TRADES TRAINING AT TWO DISTINCT NHL SITES WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK

Crystal Ballroom I

3:15-4:30pm

PAST FUTURES: EXPLORING THE ROLE OF AI IN COMMUNITY PRESERVATION

Crystal Ballroom II

APA

3:15-4:30pm

ADOBE ITERATIONS: BOGGSVILLE OVER TIME

Crystal Ballroom III

AIA

3:15-4:30pm

A PRESERVATIONIST’S DECODER RING: HOW TO NAVIGATE NEWER ENERGY CODES AND YOUR HISTORIC PROPERTY

Grand Ballroom II & III

AIA/ APA/ HSW

3:15-4:30pm

UNDERREPRESENTED IDENTITY GROUP LISTENING SESSION

Conference Room 327

THURSDAY EVENING 4:30-6:30pm

PRESERVATION MARKETPLACE • SILENT AUCTION FEATURED Reception with live band • Beverage & Food

Crystal & Grand Ballroom Foyers

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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

PRESERVATION POSTCARDS: CONNECTING PLACE TO POLICY

Write a postcard to your legislator today noting the importance of historic preservation and upholding the guidelines of the National Historic Preservation Act!

Executive Room B

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 FRIDAY MORNING PLENARY DISCUSSION

FEATURED SPEAKERS: Hold Space for Non-confirmed Speaker SPEAKER NAME 9:0011:30am

Est amos Aquí: Reframing 250 Years of American Heritage Through Latinx Stories - SEHILA MOTA CASPER

Grand Ballroom I-IV

Colorado Historic Preservation Officers: Celebrating 150 years of Colorado Statehood - GEORGIANNA CONTIGUGLIA, ED NICHOLS, STEVE TURNER & DAWN DIPRINCE The session will be moderated by Barb Pahl.

FRIDAY LUNCH BREAK 11:30AM-1:30PM FRIDAY AFTERNOON TOUR BLOCK 1:30-4:15pm

GOVERNOR'S RESIDENCE AT THE BOETTCHER MANSION Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel

1:30-4:15pm

COLORADO HERITAGE FOR ALL: EXPLORE DENVER'S NEWLY LISTED STATE REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES SITES Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel

1:30-4:15pm

NEON SHOP TOUR Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel

Additional Fee Pre-Registration Required

$30

FRIDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK F

Colorado Ballroom II & III

AIA/ APA

1:45-3:00pm

LIGHTNING TALK: FOUR TECHNOLOGICAL FACETS OF PRESERVATION

1:45-3:00pm

FEATURED SESSION: PRESERVATION CAREERS THROUGH APPRENTICESHIPS: LEVERAGING COLORADO’S SYSTEM WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK

Crystal Ballroom I

1:45-3:00pm

PRESERVATION ON THE GROUND: LESSONS FROM COLORADO’S CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

Crystal Ballroom II

APA

1:45-3:00pm

COMMUNITY LEGACY IN THE FACE OF WILDFIRES: GIS MAPPING AS FIRST-RESPONSE HERITAGE DOCUMENTATION

Crystal Ballroom III

APA

1:45-3:00pm

BALANCING LEGACY AND INNOVATION: THE REHABILITATION OF THE STATE CAPITOL ANNEX

Grand Ballroom II & III

AIA/ APA

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13

FRIDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK G 3:00-4:15pm

BRIDGING TIME & DESIGN: A PANEL ON PROGRESS, PITFALLS, & POSSIBILITIES OF DESIGN REVIEW

3:00-4:15pm

CRAFTING A WORKFORCE: APPLYING EFFECTIVE FRAMEWORKS TO PRESERVATION TRADES TRAINING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK

Crystal Ballroom I

3:00-4:15pm

DIGITAL PATHWAYS: EXPANDING ACCESS TO ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE SITES

Crystal Ballroom II

3:00-4:15pm

LEVERAGING BROWNFIELDS FUNDING FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Crystal Ballroom III

AIA/ APA

3:00-4:15pm

THE STATE OF PRESERVATION IN LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

Grand Ballroom II & III

APA

Colorado Ballroom II & III

AIA/ APA

Restoring Community Assets for Over 60 Years

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 10

2026 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

CELEBRATING HERITAGE FOR ALL AT THE COLORADO STATE CAPITOL!

7:30 - 9:00am • OFFSITE: Colorado State Capitol 200 E Colfax, Second Floor outside old Supreme Court • BEYOND THE SESSIONS Join Colorado Preservation, Inc., History Colorado, and our partners for a morning of advocacy and visibility at the Colorado State Capitol on Tuesday, February 10, from 7:30– 9:00 a.m. on the second floor outside the Old Supreme Court. Throughout the morning, history and preservation organizations from across the state will host tables highlighting the impact of heritage work, from the preservation tax credit to the State Historical Fund, endangered places, statewide programs and community-led efforts. Attendees are encouraged to stop by, engage with legislators and fellow advocates, and show their support by wearing blue as a visible sign of unity around the importance of Colorado's past. Together, our presence sends a powerful message: preserving Colorado’s places, stories, and heritage matters to our communities, our economy, and our future.

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PRESERVATION POSTCARDS: CONNECTING PLACE TO POLICY Wednesday-Friday • Executive Room B Visit this interactive space at some point during the conference to turn Colorado’s stories of place into targeted outreach to Colorado’s elected officials. Each preservation postcard features a site from across the state. We invite you to choose a postcard that resonates with you and write a personal note to your legislators, sharing why preservation matters and why policies that protect places like our nation’s National Park System and the foundations of the National Historic Preservation Act are essential. CPI will mail all collected postcards after the event to the featured legislators. Help us create a big impact with a strong attendee response!

PLENARY PRESENTATION - JEFF GREENE

ANALOG MIND: THE FUTURE TRANSMISSION OF TRADITIONAL CRAFT KNOWLEDGE, A CRISIS OR AN INFLECTION POINT? 10:00-11:45am • Grand Ballroom I-IV •

FEATURED SPEAKER

JENNIFER JEFF We are at a new cultural inflection point. As AI accelerates and digital tools become JON ORRIGO CHARLES SARGENT GREENE ubiquitous, the knowledge we are losing isn’t theoretical, it's the embodied wisdom in the hands of craftspeople who preserve our built heritage. This talk examines the crisis unfolding in preservation trades, where the success of historic preservation has not been matched by investment in craft education. Through historical parallels, from the Renaissance to the Industrial Revolution to the digital age, Jeff argues that every technological leap creates a renewed need for analog, tactile understanding. Audiences will learn why plasterers, masons, window restorers, painters, glaziers, and carvers hold irreplaceable cultural knowledge and why preservation must expand its mission to protect these human skills. The talk concludes with a path forward: cultural change through conversation, education, and a renewed dignity for hands-on craft.

Speakers:

Jennifer Orrigo Charles (Colorado Preservation, Inc.), Jon Sargent (Deep Roots Craftsmen), Jeff Greene (EverGreene Architectural Arts ), Conference Sponsor

PLENARY PRESENTATION - JIM HEID

SMALL MOVES: PRESERVATION, ADAPTIVE REUSE AND AUTHENTIC PLACES 10:00-11:45am • Grand Ballroom I-IV •

FEATURED SPEAKER

Jim Heid will draw on his acclaimed book Building Small: A Toolkit for Real Estate Entrepreneurs, Civic Leaders and Great Communities to kick off the conference on Wednesday, February 11th. KATHY JIM CORBETT HEID With over forty years experience as an urban designer, land planner, sustainability strategist and now infill developer, Jim brings a broad range of perspectives and skills to the discussion about how communities grow. Jim will cover the what, why and how - the developers who love their communities and the craft of Building Small. Historic preservation as a redevelopment tool often results in large projects that give significant structures a new life. But what about the smaller, unsung buildings that add to the fabric of places we live? In this session, developer, urban designer and author, Jim Heid, FASLA will share how Small scale approaches can result in big benefits. **Attendees interested in this topic should plan to see Jim speak at the session hosted by Downtown Colorado, Inc. Thursday, February 12, 1:45-3:00pm in Colorado Ballroom II & III Speakers:

Kathy Corbett (Colorado Preservation, Inc. Board), Jim Heid (Building Small), Jennifer Orrigo Charles (Colorado Preservation, Inc.)

11:45AM-12:45PM — WEDNESDAY NETWORKING / LUNCH BREAK

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WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON TOUR BLOCK TOUR: HISTORIC EVANS SCHOOL: AN ADAPTIVE REUSE PROJECT

12:00-4:00pm • Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel • Bus Tour • Cost: $30 School is in session! Join us as we walk the halls of history at this newly completed adaptive reuse project. The Evans School stands as a testament to early 20th-century educational architecture and civic pride. Built in 1904, the school was designed by architect David W. Dryden in the Renaissance Revival style, featuring ornate brickwork, grand arched windows and distinctive detailing that set it apart as a centerpiece of Denver’s public education system. After standing largely vacant for years, the building became a cherished symbol of Denver’s architectural heritage and the community’s commitment to historic preservation. Today, the Evans School has been revitalized as a vibrant mixed-used space. The building is currently home to the Schoolyard Beer Garden and Schoolyard Café. Upon completion, the building will feature unique retail shops, office spaces, and an event venue, maintaining its historic character while serving a new generation of Denverites.

Photographer: Evan Anderman

We'll save you some "study" time to grab a coffee or a locally crafted beverage after the tour. Speakers:

Fred Glick (Columbia Group), Collin Kemberlin (Kemberlin Architecture), Alison Dunleavy (Post Oak Preservation Services)

TOUR: CONSERVING THE PAST, SHAPING THE FUTURE: HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND THE EVOLUTION OF THE HIGH LINE CANAL

12:00pm - 4:00pm • Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel • Bus Tour • Cost: $30

The High Line Canal was built in 1883 to deliver water from the foothills to the plains and is evolving into an ecological, stormwater, and recreational resource for Denver’s metro area. Through the efforts of the High Line Canal Conservancy, the Canal is transitioning into a premier, 71-mile urban corridor for over 1.2 million users each year. As the Canal evolves from its historic use, how can preservation enrich our understanding of the Canal and inform its role for the future? Join us on this tour led by the Mundus Bishop consultant team and hear project planning, methodology and documentation highlights as we visit historic features along the Canal. Speakers:

Tina Bishop (Mundus Bishop), Rachel Stenz (Mundus Bishop), Erika Warzel (Clerestory Preservation)

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK A STATE HISTORICAL FUND GRANTS 101 12:45-2:00pm • Colorado Ballroom II & III Securing funding for historic preservation projects can be daunting. Join History Colorado for a beginners guide to applying for grants from the State Historical Fund (SHF). Colorado is fortunate to have dedicated preservation funding as a result of limitedstakes gambling revenues generated in the mountain towns of Black Hawk, Central City, and Cripple Creek. This session will cover how to apply for funding, how to write a strong grant application, what types of projects funding supports, and provide some examples of projects that have been funded in the past. If you have a preservation project and are looking for funding resources, this is the session for you! Speakers:

Winter Roybal (History Colorado State Historical Fund), Laurel Schlegel (History Colorado State Historical Fund)

IS THE PRESERVATIONIST OF THE FUTURE A ROBOT? INTERPRETING TRENDS TO UNDERSTAND THE FUTURE OF THE PRESERVATION JOB MARKET 12:45-2:00pm • Crystal Ballroom I • PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK Every industry is experiencing unprecedented change, and the preservation field is no exception. From AI and new digital tools to shifting generational expectations to an increased interest in locally sourced and handcrafted materials, these forces of change present both challenges and opportunities for the future of preservation careers. Drawing on their first-hand experience, panelists will discuss both the headwinds they expect to navigate and the tailwinds they

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envision leveraging to advance the field amid a changing landscape. Since there is no crystal ball for predicting the future preservation job market, this panel will encourage audience participants to ask the next questions and engage in a dialogue about how the preservation industry can capitalize on momentum and prepare for challenges as we navigate the evolving global job landscape. Speakers: Speakers: Barb Pahl (University of Colorado Denver, Dana Crawford Historic Preservation Program), Todd Matuszewicz (Historic Denver), Elizabeth Hallas (Anderson Hallas Architects), Thom Tisthammer (Wattle and Daub Contractors)

SCHOOLS & CHURCHES: PRESERVATION & REPURPOSE 12:45-2:00pm • Crystal Ballroom II • AIA/APA • FEATURED SESSION Churches and schools have long been the centers of community life. Now, many are closing their doors, leaving empty spaces where neighbors once gathered, learned, and celebrated together. The loss of these buildings ripples through towns and cities, raising pressing questions about how to preserve their stories and repurpose their structures before it’s too late. WADE SHANNON BROADHEAD JAXX This panel brings together practitioners, developers, and community advocates who are finding creative ways to breathe new life into these landmarks. Through real examples from across the state and beyond, panelists will share how former sanctuaries have become performance venues, classrooms have turned into housing, and playgrounds have grown into community gardens. They’ll discuss the financing, partnerships, and public engagement needed to make these transformations possible and the cultural sensitivity required to honor what came before. Speakers: Wade Broadhead (City of Pueblo), Shannon Jaxx (Kansas City Public Schools), Matt Bowles (Property Owner), Brad Rowland (Emergent Campus)

FROM PUNJAB TO THE ROCKIES: PRESERVING THE SIKH HISTORY OF COLORADO 12:45-2:00pm • Crystal Ballroom III Step into Colorado’s hidden history and discover the story of a community that has helped shape the state for more than a century. Since the early 1900s, Sikh families have lived, worked, and worshiped across Colorado—building farms in the San Luis Valley, operating small businesses, contributing to civic life, and establishing gurdwaras along the Front Range—even as their stories have too often been left out of the record. This panel brings together scholars and community members to share groundbreaking research and personal narratives from A History of Sikhs in Colorado, the first-of-its-kind project in the state. Through this conversation, attendees explore how recovering these histories broadens our understanding of Colorado’s diverse past and strengthens the foundations of inclusive preservation. Participants leave with a deeper appreciation for how local histories of migration, faith, perseverance, and civic advocacy connect to global struggles for equity and belonging—and why preserving these stories is vital to shaping a fuller, more truthful public memory. Speakers: Tejpaul Singh Bainiwal (Sikh American History Project), Naureen Singh (Asian Pacific Development Center, Colorado Sikhs, US Air Force), Sara Millward (Alpine Archaeology)

DISABILITY HISTORY, COMMUNITY KNOWLEDGE & ACCESSIBLE PRESERVATION PLANNING PRACTICES 12:45-2:00pm • Grand Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA As the preservation field reflects on the foundations of heritage in 2026, this panel asks whose histories are preserved and who gets to access them. Featuring preservation researchers, municipal planners, and statewide nonprofit leaders from Seattle, Minnesota, and Colorado, the session highlights grounded examples of disability-centered preservation work, including Seattle’s Disability Activism Historic Context Study and emerging community history projects in Minnesota. These case studies show how documenting and interpreting sites of disability activism expands the narratives preservation protects and offers models adaptable to communities nationwide. In a national moment when efforts supporting DEIA and community-based history work face increasing challenges, the role of local and state preservation practice becomes even more critical. Speakers will examine how accessibility and preservation intersect on the ground—from municipal designation processes and regulatory flexibility for historic buildings to statewide nonprofit strategies for community engagement and program support. Attendees will leave with practical strategies and adaptable models for integrating disability history, inclusive design, and community collaboration into everyday preservation workflows. Speakers:

Betsy Kellums (City of Greeley), Chelsea Rooney (Anderson Hallas Architects, PC), Michael de Lange (City of Seattle), Gail DuBrow (University of Minnesota), Laura Leppink (REPAIR: Disability Heritage Collective)

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WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK B INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION TAX CREDITS 2:15-3:30pm • Colorado Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA An historic preservation tax credit is one type of incentive available to property owners developing and rehabilitating historic buildings. Colorado has its own state credit that pairs not only with the federal credit but also with several other state and federal funding opportunities. Join us for an engaging Tax Credits 101 session led by a State Reviewer that will cover recent changes to the credit and feature examples on stacking funding opportunities—helping you discover how tax credits can enhance your preservation efforts! Speaker:

Sara Kappel (History Colorado)

PARTNERING FOR PRESERVATION CAREERS: CO-DESIGNING EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS TO STRENGTHEN COLORADO’S WORKFORCE 2:15-3:30pm • Crystal Ballroom I •

PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK

Educational and training opportunities are essential to the future of the preservation workforce. With the loss of some twoyear trades programs and declining enrollment in advanced preservation degrees, the field must rethink how it educates and cultivates the next generation of preservationists. This session brings preservation professionals and educators together to co-design educational solutions that address critical workforce needs across Colorado’s cultural and heritage sectors. Using a collaborative approach, we will explore how apprenticeships, micro-credentials, and hands-on field-based coursework can be shaped with practitioners to ensure training reflects real preservation challenges and standards. Attendees will share insights on emerging skill gaps, regional needs, and opportunities for stronger connections between practice and education. The session emphasizes reciprocal learning and honors the knowledge held by preservation specialists as essential to shaping effective workforce pipelines. Participants will walk away with practical, co-created strategies to strengthen the preservation education landscape in Colorado. Speaker: Facilitators:

Melissa Kreider (Colorado State University Office of Engagement and Extension) Melissa Meltzer (Colorado State University Office of Engagement and Extension), Karima Bounini (Colorado State University Office of Engagement and Extension)

WHAT’S THE ISSUE? EMERGING PROFESSIONALS TACKLE PRESERVATION’S “RELEVANCY PROBLEM” 2:15-3:30pm • Crystal Ballroom II • APA Preservation cannot thrive if it serves only a few; it must reflect and include everyone it seeks to represent. As communities across the country question the relevance of historic preservation, a new generation of leaders is rethinking what the movement can be. Emerging professionals Michael Lopez, Aubrey Noble, and Rikki Riojas join facilitator Sarah Marsom for a candid conversation about reshaping our tools, practices, and workplaces to better reflect the world we serve. Together, they’ll explore how to make preservation more accessible through inclusive communication, public events, and advocacy that welcomes new voices. The panel will share practical ideas for recruiting and hiring with intention, modifying longstanding practices to address implicit bias, and reimagining how preservation professionals enter—and grow within—the field. Attendees will leave with tangible ways to broaden participation, strengthen workplace culture, and build a movement that is truly of, by, and for all. Speakers:

Sarah Marsom (Heritage Resource Consultant), Michael Lopez (CU Denver Student), Rikki Riojas (CU Denver Student, Los Descendientes de Tuscon), Aubrey Noble (City of Boulder)

250, 150, 60... AND 50! 2:15-3:30pm • Crystal Ballroom III As the nation reflects on 250 years of U.S. history, 150 years of Colorado history, and 60 years since the National Historic Preservation Act, Greeley marks a milestone of its own—the 50th anniversary of Centennial Village Museum. Founded in 1976 during the U.S. Bicentennial, Centennial Village grew from a grassroots effort to preserve local architecture, artifacts, and lifeways before they disappeared. Like many outdoor museums of that era, it reflected a growing, nationwide recognition that everyday buildings and community stories are central to our shared heritage.

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This session traces how the museum has evolved from a Bicentennial-era experiment into a vibrant living-history destination that connects people to the stories, skills, and spirit of Colorado’s past. Panelists share insights on the community partnerships, interpretive shifts, and preservation strategies that have kept the museum relevant over five decades. Attendees gain practical, actionable ideas for honoring founding ideals while adapting programs, interpretation, and operations to serve new generations of visitors and storytellers. Speakers:

Gabe Llanas (City of Greeley Museums), Geoff Havens (City of Greeley Museums)

VACANT TO VITALITY: REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS ON MAIN STREET 2:15-3:30pm • Grand Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA • FEATURED SESSION Historic main streets are the heart of many Colorado communities, yet decades of underinvestment, deferred maintenance, and changing markets have left too many once-bustling commercial cores struggling to thrive. The Colorado Main Street Program recognizes that a community’s unique LARRY MATT past is also its greatest opportunity for renewal. Rooted in the National Main Street Movement, the LUCAS GORDON program empowers rural towns to pair preservation values with modern economic strategies that reactivate historic properties and strengthen local economies. This session offers a practical, applied look at how communities can bring their Main Streets back to life. Using vacant Main Street commercial properties as a throughline, presenters map the redevelopment process—from assessing market potential and architectural feasibility to testing adaptive-reuse and mixed-use occupancy. Case studies from across the state illustrate projects that balance preservation best practices with economic viability. Attendees will leave with actionable tools and a deeper understanding of how reactivating Main Street buildings restores historic character and builds durable economic and social resilience in rural Colorado communities. Speakers:

Larry Lucas (Colorado Main Street Program), Matt Gordon (Colorado Main Street Program)

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK C SECTION 106: LEARNING THE BASICS AND HOW TO MAKE IT WORK FOR YOUR COMMUNITY 3:45-5:00pm • Colorado Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA • FEATURED SESSION What happens when a federally funded project threatens a place you love? That’s where Section 106 comes in. Established by the 1966 National Historic Preservation Act, this process gives communities a voice when federal actions could affect historic places—from highway expansions to renewable energy projects. This session demystifies Section 106 for anyone who has heard of it but never understood BARBARA JAKE JAMES how it works. Presenters walk through real examples of communities that used STOCKLIN-STEELY LLOYD STEELY the process to protect local landmarks, adapt projects, and build constructive partnerships with federal agencies. Attendees leave knowing when Section 106 applies, how to make their voices heard, and how this often-overlooked tool can strengthen preservation outcomes. Speakers:

Barbara Stocklin-Steely (Felsburg, Holt & Ullevig), Jake Lloyd (Felsburg, Holt & Ullevig), James Steely (Square Moon Consultants)

“GOOD LEADERSHIP REPLACES ITSELF”: SUCCESSION PLANNING AND MENTORSHIP IN PRESERVATION 3:45-5:00pm • Crystal Ballroom I • PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK An often-overlooked part of the preservation workforce pipeline is preparing the next generation not just to work in the trades, but to eventually run the businesses that keep the field going. Many young workers don’t see a path to ownership, and employers often struggle with how to pass on what they’ve built. In this session, Alfred Lohmann, a general contractor who also specializes in window and millwork preservation, will discuss his experiences in the field and share the model he is implementing to help emerging tradespeople move toward leadership and ownership in small preservation businesses. This session will end with an open audience forum to brainstorm alternative ways preservation leaders can actively “replace themselves” by transferring knowledge, skills, and opportunities to the next generation of business owners. Speaker:

Alfred Lohmann (AP Lohmann General Contracting/Fine Carpentry)

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2026 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

DIVERSIFYING THE STATE AND NATIONAL REGISTERS 3:45-5:00pm • Crystal Ballroom II • APA Historic places don't only offer a connection to our past, they help to build identities, boost understanding of contemporary places, and strengthen communities in a variety of ways. But not all communities have been treated equally. Too often, important histories and places are obscured or erased by our preservation practices. Less than 3% of the buildings and sites on Colorado's Register of Historic Places represent the stories of our state's Black, Indigenous, Latino, Chicano, Asian American, and LGBTQ+ communities. The same patterns appear on the National Register of Historic Places, and local preservation programs across the country. As part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the 150th anniversary of Colorado's statehood, History Colorado is embarking on an ambitious project to change the way we look at community preservation: Colorado Heritage for All. The goal of this project is to identify 150 currently unrecognized spaces and places that tell the stories of communities of color, women, and LGBTQ+ Coloradans, and to add all of these sites to the state Register of Historic Places by the end of 2026. Speakers:

Damion Pechota (Colorado Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation), Layla Anzelc-Tolian (History Colorado), Dr. Janan Graham-Russell (History Colorado), Malinalli Leyva (History Colorado), Molly Rose Merkert (History Colorado)

BEYOND JARGON: CRAFTING MESSAGES THAT MAKE PRESERVATION MATTER 3:45-5:00pm • Crystal Ballroom III • APA Historic preservation’s value and benefits aren’t obvious to everyone. When many hear the words “historic preservation,” their first thoughts are of obstacles rather than benefits. For a community to have an effective preservation movement, we must be able to convince property owners, elected officials, and other community members that the benefits outweigh any restrictions. This session will share best practices for communication and community engagement, including practical tools, such as NAPC’s Messaging Guide for Local Preservation Programs, to make your message more effective. Speakers:

Abigail Christman (City and County of Denver), Traci Stoffel (Colorado Main Street Program)

FROM PLAN TO PRACTICE: CRESTED BUTTE’S MODEL FOR PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT 3:45-5:00pm • Grand Ballroom II & III • APA When a town of fewer than 2,000 people set out to define its future, every voice mattered. In 2023, Crested Butte adopted its first Comprehensive Plan, the Community Compass, and used it to guide the creation of a forward-thinking Historic Preservation Plan (HPP). Together, these documents redefine how preservation can drive livability, sustainability, and a shared sense of place. Through creative, hands-on engagement, residents shaped the HPP across four phases that tied historic preservation to housing, tourism, climate goals, and local identity. This session explores how Crested Butte built a preservation plan that truly works and aligns community values with action, integrates with broader town planning, and keeps preservation relevant to the issues people care about most. Attendees will leave with practical ideas for building plans that inspire, connect, and make a difference in their own communities. Speakers:

Jessie Earley (Town of Crested Butte), Ron Sladek (Tatanka Historical Associates Inc.), Stan Clauson (Stan Clauson Associates Inc.)

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WEDNESDAY EVENING PRESERVATION TRIVIA IS BACK! "ONE FISH, TWO FISH, RED FISH, BLUE FISH" 5:00-6:00pm • Grand Ballroom I • BEYOND THE SESSIONS It is the 150th anniversary of Colorado and the 250th anniversary of the United States! Not to mention the 60th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act! Time to show what you know about History, Heritage, and Preservation through a riveting game of trivia. Each of three rounds will focus on an important theme in our state or nation’s history, or maybe on the nuts and bolts of the NHPA, or maybe on Dr. Seuss. Who knows? We are not telling. You will need a smartphone, laptop, or tablet to submit answers, but feel free to attend even if you are not feeling competitive! Accuracy counts and so does speed but most important is that you have fun and maybe even learn a little something. See you there! Speakers:

Kathy Corbett (Corbett AHS, Inc.), Abigail Christman (City and County of Denver), Traci Stoffel (Colorado Main Street Program)

NEW! PRESERVATION WORKFORCE NETWORKING EVENT - FREE 6:00-8:00pm • Grand Ballroom II & III • BEYOND THE SESSIONS Join CPI for a FREE Preservation Workforce Development Networking Event, open to all. This gathering is designed to connect preservation employers with people looking for jobs, students and emerging professionals with seasoned professionals, and current practitioners eager to meet collaborators across the industry. Whether you’re hiring, job-seeking, mentoring, or simply preservation-curious, you’ll find your people here. The event will feature guided networking activities to help you form meaningful connections. Meet people across different parts of the preservation pipeline, swap stories, build real connections, and maybe win a prize or two. Bring your business cards, your resume, or just your curiosity. This is a low-pressure space to find talent, find opportunities, and find community.

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THURSDAY FEBRUARY 12

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PLENARY PRESENTATION - STEPHANIE TOOTHMAN THE NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT AT 60: WHAT HAVE WE ACCOMPLISHED AND WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?

9:00-10:30am • Grand Ballroom I-IV •

FEATURED SPEAKERS

CPI welcomes Stephanie Toothman, retired Associate Director of Cultural Resources, Partnerships and Science with the National Park Service to discuss the 60th Anniversary of the Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Passed at a time when it was recognized that “historic properties significant to the Nation’s heritage are being lost or substantially altered…with increasing frequency,” the Act established a partnership framework to strengthen and expand the preservation of our “irreplaceable heritage.” Over the past 60 years, we have made significant progress in realizing and expanding the goals of the act. However, we are facing challenges that could severely undermine the national historic preservation partnership and programs. In 2026 we have the opportunity to share these achievements and challenges with the American public while celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. As we celebrate, it is imperative that we work together to address the challenges while continuing our work in preserving the stories and places of communities throughout the nation.

JENNIFER ORRIGO CHARLES

ELIZABETH HALLAS

STEPHANIE TOOTHMAN

KATHLEEN CORBETT

Speakers: Jennifer Orrigo Charles (Colorado Preservation, Inc.), Elizabeth Hallas (Anderson Hallas Architects), Stephanie Toothman (Former Director of Cultural Resources, Partnerships and Science with the National Park Service), Kathleen Corbett (Colorado Preservation, Inc. Board Chair)

10:30-11:00AM — THURSDAY NETWORKING / COFFEE BREAK

Marketplace Exhibitor Hall

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ENDANGERED PLACES PROGRAM LUNCHEON ~ Pre-registration required RIGID RULES, LOST BUILDINGS: LETTING BUILDINGS EVOLVE BY EVOLVING AUTHENTICITY IN PUBLIC POLICY- JEREMY C. WELLS 11:00-12:40pm • Grand Ballroom I-IV •

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Since 1998, CPI has been working with communities throughout the state to save threatened historic resources through its Endangered Places Program. Join CPI and CBS Colorado as we take a reflective look back on the program over the years and highlight five featured resources that CPI will bring additional attention to in the coming year. Following the Endangered Places Program announcement, special guest Jeremy C. Wells, an award-winning historic preservation public policy expert will speak. He will focus on how public preservation policy often threatens—instead of saving— historic buildings because of how historical integrity is defined and operationalized. While buildings must evolve to survive, we also need to evolve how authenticity works in public policy to save buildings. Jeremy will trace the origins of authenticity/historical integrity in public policy and present a case for updating local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines using concepts from people’s lived experiences. This shift would allow buildings to evolve without sacrificing their perceived authenticity. Ticketed Event - Lunch will be served - 450 Maximum Attendance Speakers:

Jennifer Orrigo Charles (Colorado Preservation, Inc), Steve Turner (University of Colorado), Jeremy C. Wells (Historic Preservation/Built Heritage Conservation Scholar), Katie Peterson (Colorado Preservation, Inc.), Dave Aguilera (CBS Colorado), Dave Lively (Colorado Preservation, Inc. Board)

JENNIFER ORRIGO CHARLES

STEVE TURNER

JEREMY C. WELLS

KATIE PETERSON

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DAVE LIVELY

THURSDAY AFTERNOON TOUR BLOCK TOUR: NEON SHOP TOUR (Limited to 12 guests)

12:00-4:00pm • Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel • Bus Tour • Cost: $30 Step inside a working neon shop! This is a rare opportunity to engage with a preservation craft. This guided tour gives visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the centuries-old craft of neon making, from the initial ‘discovery’ of air and noble gases to a hands-on experience bending glass tubes over open flames. Guests will see firsthand the artistry and precision required to shape intricate letters and designs, as well as the specialized equipment used in the process. Along the way, the tour highlights the history of neon signage, its cultural significance, and its revival as an art form today. Visitors leave with a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship, science, and creativity that keep neon shining bright. Speakers:

Todd Matuszewicz (Historic Preservationist), Neon Shop Staff (TBA)

TOUR: THE STANLEY MARKETPLACE: AN ADAPTIVE REUSE PROJECT 12:00-4:00pm • Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel • Bus Tour • Cost: $30 Join us for a behind the scenes look at how this community created a social and economic hub, while saving this beloved historic site. Stanley Aviation opened as a 75,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in 1954, and expanded to 140,000 sq. ft. within a few years. The plant soon became the largest employer in Aurora. Today, that same space is home to Stanley Marketplace — a vibrant collective of 50+ locally owned businesses offering everything from food and drink to shopping, fitness, beauty, creative studios, and family-friendly fun. We will save a little time after the tour to grab a coffee and cruise around this fantastic community space. Speakers:

Meg Hott (Stanley Marketplace), Mark Shaker (Stanley Marketplace)

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 12

2026 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

THURSDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK D SMALL-SCALE, BIG IMPACT: BUILDING COLORADO’S FUTURE THROUGH PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT 1:45-3:00pm • Colorado Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA • FEATURED SESSION Downtown Colorado, Inc. is partnering with Jim Heid of Building Small to embark on a new private sector Small Scale Developer Program to build local capacity for locally driven small project success across the state. Why? Colorado communities must offer support to local KATHERINE JIM CORRELL HEID "accidental developers" to deliver projects that fit their character, meet housing and business needs, and preserve the places people love. By supporting small developers with training, partnership, and connections, DCI is helping bridge the gap between vision and action. This program also strengthens historic preservation, empowering developers to see older buildings not as obstacles, but as opportunities to creatively reuse and adapt structures that tell the story of our communities. Join us to learn how small-scale development can deliver big results for Colorado’s downtowns. Speakers:

Katherine Correll (Downtown Colorado Inc.), Jim Heid (Building Small)

ON THE GROUND: CHALLENGES AND TAKEAWAYS FROM LAUNCHING A PRESERVATION TRADES PRE-APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM 1:45-3:00pm • Crystal Ballroom I • PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK Whether in rural Montana or downtown Chicago, employers face a common challenge: a serious shortage of skilled, diverse workers in the preservation trades. Pre-apprenticeship programs are one promising strategy to bridge the growing preservation skills gap, but implementing them can be difficult. This session features Chicago-based Revolution Workshop and the Preserve Montana Trades Corps, who will share their experiences in launching entry-level training programs to help grow the preservation career field and address the critical preservation skills gap. Preserve Montana’s Executive Director, Jenny Buddenborg, and Revolution Workshop’s Co-founder and Executive Director, Manny Rodriguez, will highlight their successes, challenges, and lessons learned as they developed and refined their respective programs. The session will take a practical, realistic look at what it takes to start and sustain a pre-apprenticeship program for grassroots organizations. Following the presentations, Jenny and Manny will answer audience questions and explore how these models–in part or in whole–can be applied elsewhere. Speakers: Jenny Buddenborg (Preserve Montana), Manny Rodriguez (Revolution Workshop) Moderator: Katherine Wonson (Old School Heritage Solutions)

FROM CHALLENGES TO CHANGE: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF THE PRESERVATION WORKFORCE 1:45-3:00pm • Crystal Ballroom II • PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK In 2025, the Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF) launched a funding initiative dedicated to advancing the Preservation Pipeline Workforce Development. Through this effort, SHF aims to address the urgent need for a skilled, inclusive workforce that reflects Colorado's cultural richness while preserving its historical legacy. This session will feature many of the partners SHF has teamed up with to carry out this vital initiative. This session will explore current and emerging workforce development efforts in historic preservation, drawing on insights from a recent landscape assessment and feasibility study. Participants will engage in roundtable discussions to share perspectives, identify opportunities, and spark collaboration across the preservation field. Topics will include key challenges such as expanding access and awareness of preservation careers, engaging underrepresented communities, addressing employer barriers, strengthening connections among initiatives, and advancing curriculum development through an equity lens. Speakers:

Courtney Ricci (CLR Consulting, LLC), Jamie Morgan (Morgan & Rushton Consulting), John Whitehead (Historicorps)

DENVER IN CONTEXT: RECENTERING INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVES THROUGH DENVER’S AMERICAN INDIAN/ INDIGENOUS PEOPLES HISTORIC CONTEXT 1:45-3:00pm • Crystal Ballroom III • APA The City of Denver’s latest historic context highlights American Indian and Indigenous histories along the Front Range from time immemorial to the present. Community-driven, it pushes the boundaries of what a historic context can be and invites preservationists, historians, and community members to see Denver—its landscape and its history—in a new light. Rather than a straight march through time, it frames history as cyclical, thematic, and ever-present. Attendees will hear directly from city staff, consultants from Project Mosaic, and Native community members who guided the effort as an advisory board. Through their experiences, participants learn to think critically about their own community’s layered histories, assemble and empower Indigenous-led teams, and center oral histories as living sources in preservation, planning, and storytelling. Speakers:

Becca Dierschow (City and County of Denver), Abbey Christman (City and County of Denver), Tara McLain (Project Mosaic) COLORADO PRESERVATION, INC.’S SAVING PLACES® 2026 CONFERENCE | DOUBLETREE HOTEL DENVER

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 12

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THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT OF THE BICENTENNIAL 1:45-3:00pm • Grand Ballroom II & III • APA • FEATURED SESSION When the U.S. celebrated its Bicentennial in 1976, communities nationwide—including many in Colorado—marked the occasion through architecture. From new museums and civic centers to parks, public art, and visitor facilities, these projects reflected the era’s optimism and design JACOB DAMION sensibilities. Many were built to embody national pride and local identity, blending modernist MCDONALD PACHOTA materials with nods to history. Nearly fifty years later, these Bicentennial-era buildings are reaching the age of historic significance—and raising fresh questions about how we value, preserve, and adapt them. This session explores how communities across Colorado celebrated past state and national anniversaries, how they remember them, and what is planned for 2026. Speakers:

Jacob McDonald (History Colorado State Historical Fund), Damion Pachota (Colorado Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation)

THURSDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK E BARNS: REHABILITATION AND REUSE STRATEGIES 3:15-4:30pm • Colorado Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA/HSW Barns are a common historic building type throughout Colorado and are an important part of Colorado’s agricultural history. Often constructed with minimal formal engineering or design, they are beautiful but utilitarian structures. When built, consideration was not typically given to their condition and use over 100 years later. Now, building owners are faced with challenges including the need for sensitive architectural and structural interventions to allow for continued safe use of the building for historic interpretation, as an agricultural structure, or with a new use. Speakers:

Jessica Reske (Form+Works Design Group, LLC.), Natalie Lord (Form+Works Design Group, LLC.), Ian Glaser (JVA, Inc.)

TRADING PLACES: ADDRESSING THE DEFICIT IN TRADITIONAL TRADES TRAINING AT TWO DISTINCT NHL SITES 3:15-4:30pm • Crystal Ballroom I • PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK This session examines how Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site (ES) and Patronato San Xavier, two values-driven heritage sites, are building practical, community-grounded pathways into the traditional trades. From the site of an abandoned prison, ES supports craftworkers, community impact, and building maintenance via pre-apprenticeship programs that prepare Philadelphians for careers in traditional trades. PSX collaborates with Mission San Xavier del Bac, a Catholic church in Wa:k (Water Place) and part of the Tohono O’odham Nation, to maintain the living heritage site through traditional materials, cultural knowledge, and techniques. Speakers will focus on the thoughtful development of in-house conservation talent through pre-apprenticeship and on-the-job training, incorporating the values and goals of constituent communities into preservation projects, and how heritage places can create employment pipelines across communities and disciplines with a spectrum of labor and regulatory environments. Speakers:

Liz Trumbull (Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site), Starr Herr-Cardillo (Mission San Xavier del Bac)

PAST FUTURES: EXPLORING THE ROLE OF AI IN COMMUNITY PRESERVATION 3:15-4:30pm • Crystal Ballroom II • APA • FEATURED SESSION Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how we collect, interpret, and share information about the places we value, but what does that mean for preservation? From mapping historic resources and visualizing Sanborn data to amplifying underrepresented community histories, AI is opening new possibilities for documenting, analyzing, and telling stories of place. This session introduces the emerging role of AI in community preservation, highlighting both its HUY PAUL promise and its limitations. Presenters Paul Kim, APIAHiP’s Past Futures Fellow, and Huy Pham PHAM KIM will draw from their work presented at the Arkansas Main Street Conference and their finalist project for the JM Kaplan Innovation Prize, exploring how AI can support preservation planning, equitable storytelling, and community engagement. Additional perspectives, including data visualization applications, will expand the conversation on where AI fits within the preservation toolkit and how to use it responsibly and creatively. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how AI is already shaping preservation work, practical examples of current applications, and critical questions to guide ethical and effective use of these tools in their own communities. Speakers:

Huy Pham (Asian & Pacific Islander Americans in Historic Preservation), Paul Kim (APIAHiP: Past Futures)

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 12

2026 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

ADOBE ITERATIONS: BOGGSVILLE OVER TIME 3:15-4:30pm • Crystal Ballroom III • AIA Restoration practices have changed and evolved over the years and at Boggsville, an 1860s trading settlement along a branch of the Santa Fe Trail, decades of experimentation have yielded hard-won lessons for preserving vernacular earthen architecture in Colorado’s harsh climate. Join restoration specialists and site managers as they reflect on what has—and has not—worked in maintaining the site, sharing practical insights, field-tested techniques, and the occasional hard-earned mistake. Attendees leave with a deeper appreciation for vernacular adobe construction, plus new ideas for sustaining these fragile yet enduring structures. Speaker:

Cindy Nasky (Colorado Historical Foundation), Geoffry Lee (Form+Works Design Group, LLC.), Jon Sargent (Deep Roots Craftsmen), Kathleen Corbett (Corbett AHS, Inc.), Kyle Nettleingham (Deep Roots Craftsmen)

A PRESERVATIONIST’S DECODER RING: HOW TO NAVIGATE NEWER ENERGY CODES AND YOUR HISTORIC PROPERTY 3:15-4:30pm • Grand Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA/HSW Energy efficiency will no longer be optional. It is a driving force in how we plan, design, and preserve buildings today. As new energy codes take effect across the country, preservationists and property owners alike are asking important questions: How will these requirements impact historic properties? Are there exceptions, incentives, or rebates available to help? This session breaks down current national, state, and local energy codes and what they mean for retrofit and rehabilitation projects. Experts from the fields of Sustainability and Preservation, the Colorado Energy Office, and the City of Denver Community Planning, will share practical guidance on navigating code compliance, pursuing rebates and funding opportunities, and identifying where flexibility exists for historic structures. Attendees will leave equipped to integrate energy performance goals into preservation work, ensuring projects remain both sustainable and true to their historic character. Speakers:

Elizabeth Hallas (Anderson Hallas Architects), Libby Middleton (PE Group 14), Adam Berry (Colorado Energy Office), Daniel Krausz (Denver Community Planning and Development)

UNDERREPRESENTED IDENTITY GROUP LISTENING SESSION 3:15-4:30pm • Conference Room 327 Conference planners for the 2026 Saving Places Conference invite attendees who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, or other person of color), women in the trades, or part of the LGBTQ+ community to participate in a listening session to gather feedback on how to make future conferences, and the historical preservation field itself, more welcoming, inclusive and relevant to underrepresented groups. This session will provide an opportunity for participants from groups who are underrepresented in the historic preservation field to share candid feedback with conference planners and CPI staff about how to make future conferences more welcoming, inclusive, and relevant. A summary of the notes from the session will be shared with CPI anonymously, highlighting themes around what's working and opportunities for improvement, and will inform planning for the 2027 Saving Places Conference. This space is open to all those who identify and experience life as someone who identifies as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, or other person of color), a woman in the trades, or a member of the LGBTQ+ community. If you have a question about whether this session is right for you, please contact Jamie Morgan prior to the session at morganrushtonconsulting@gmail.com or (720) 4486441. The session will last for 60 minutes and will be moderated by independent facilitators. Speakers:

Courtney Ricci (CLR Consulting, LLC), Jamie Morgan (Morgan & Rushton Consulting)

THURSDAY EVENING PRESERVATION MARKETPLACE & SILENT AUCTION! 4:30-6:30pm • Marketplace Exhibitor Hall •

BEYOND THE SESSIONS

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FRIDAY FEBRUARY 13

2026 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

PLENARY PRESENTATION - SEHILA MOTA CASPER ESTAMOS AQUÍ: REFRAMING 250 YEARS OF AMERICAN HERITAGE THROUGH LATINX STORIES 9:00-11:30am • Grand Ballroom I-IV •

FEATURED SPEAKERS

If preservation is meant to tell the American story, why has it preserved only a narrow slice of our nation’s full history—and what could it look like if those most impacted by erasure were shaping the narrative? As America marks its 250th anniversary, Colorado celebrates 150 years of statehood, and the NHPA turns 60, this session challenges us to imagine a more truthful, community-led preservation movement. Sehila Mota Casper, Executive Director of Latinos in Heritage Conservation (LHC), highlights how Latinx histories—from early Hispano and Indigenous lifeways to land grants, labor movements, sacred sites, and Chicano activism—reshape our understanding of the American story. Drawing on LHC’s national initiatives, she offers strategies for equity, representation, and narrative change. Join us in affirming the fullness of our shared heritage and declaring, “Estamos aquí — we are here.” Speakers:

DAVE LIVELY

MARCIE MOORE GANTZ

SEHILA MOTA CASPER

JENNIFER ORRIGO CHARLES

Dave Lively (Colorado Preservation, Inc. Board), Marcie Moore Gantz (History Colorado), Sehila Mota Casper (Latinos in Heritage Conservation), Jennifer Orrigo Charles (Colorado Preservation, Inc.)

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2026 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

PLENARY PRESENTATION COLORADO’S HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICERS: CELEBRATING 150 YEARS OF COLORADO STATEHOOD 9:00-11:30am • Grand Ballroom I-IV •

FEATURED SPEAKERS

In celebration of Colorado’s 150th anniversary of statehood, CPI is honored to host a moderated conversation with Colorado’s living past and present State Historic Preservation Officers. Drawing on decades of leadership, this panel will reflect on the defining preservation challenges of their tenures, from shifting development pressures and funding landscapes to evolving community expectations, and how those lessons shape the work ahead. Panelists will also discuss today’s urgent needs, including strengthening preservation policy, expanding stewardship capacity, and ensuring historic places remain relevant and resilient for future generations. Framed by the enduring legacy of the National Historic Preservation Act, this panel will explore how the Act transformed preservation practice in Colorado, enabled statewide protections and partnerships, and continues to influence the tools and responsibilities we rely on as we move into the next 150 years. Moderator: Barb Pahl (National Trust for Historic Preservation) Speakers: Georgianna Contiguglia (SHPO 1998-2008), Dawn DiPrince (SHPO 2021-Current), Ed Nichols (SHPO 2008-2015), Steve Turner (SHPO 2016-2021), Jennifer Orrigo Charles (Colorado Preservation, Inc. Executive Director), Dave Lively (Colorado Preservation, Inc. Board), Kathy Corbett (Colorado Preservation, Inc. Board Chair)

BARB PAHL

DAWN DIPRINCE

STEVE TURNER

ED NICHOLS

GEORGIANNA CONTIGUGLIA

11:30AM-1:30AM — FRIDAY NETWORKING / LUNCH BREAK

FRIDAY AFTERNOON TOUR BLOCK TOUR: GOVERNOR'S RESIDENCE AT BOETTCHER MANSION

1:30-4:15pm • Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel • Bus Tour • Cost: $30 As we celebrate Colorado's 150th year of statehood, we thought it timely to visit this noteworthy historic Denver home! Listed on the National Register in 1969— just three years after the National Historic Preservation Act passed!—Boettcher Mansion (known today as the Governor’s Residence) has long been recognized for its architectural and historical significance. Initially built as a private residence in 1908, the house has been available for use by Governors since 1960, serving both as a family home and site for official Governor's functions. Take a tour through its rooms and learn about historic Denverites and the rehabilitation projects it takes to keep this piece of history with us! Speakers:

History Colorado Docents

Photo From Governor’s Residence Preservation Fund

TOUR: COLORADO HERITAGE FOR ALL: EXPLORE DENVER'S NEWLY LISTED STATE REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES SITES 1:30-4:15pm • Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel • Bus Tour • Cost: $30

As part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, and the 150th anniversary of Colorado's statehood, History Colorado embarked on an ambitious project to change the way we look at community preservation: Colorado Heritage for All. The goal of this project was to identify 150 currently unrecognized spaces and places that tell the stories of communities of color, women, and LGBTQ+ Coloradans, and to add all of these sites to the state Register of Historic Places by the end of 2026. While we will not have time to see them all, this bus tour will pack in several of these newly recognized sites. From the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Debre Selam Medhanealem Church, to Museo de las Americas, and on to Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Studio, you are sure to leave this tour with a new picture of Denver's cultural heritage and historic places! Speakers:

Molly Rose Merkert (History Colorado), Dr. Janan Graham-Russell (History Colorado)

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TOUR: NEON SHOP TOUR (Limited to 12 guests)

1:30-4:15pm • Meet At/Outside the Grand Ballroom Entrance of the DoubleTree Hotel • Bus Tour • Cost: $30 Step inside a working neon shop! This is a rare opportunity to engage with a preservation craft. This guided tour gives visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the centuries-old craft of neon making, from the initial ‘discovery’ of air and noble gases to a hands-on experience bending glass tubes over open flames. Guests will see firsthand the artistry and precision required to shape intricate letters and designs, as well as the specialized equipment used in the process. Along the way, the tour highlights the history of neon signage, its cultural significance, and its revival as an art form today. Visitors leave with a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship, science, and creativity that keep neon shining bright. Speakers:

Todd Matuszewicz (Historic Preservationist), Neon Shop Staff (TBA)

FRIDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK F LIGHTNING TALK: THREE TECHNOLOGICAL FACETS OF PRESERVATION 1:30-2:45pm • Colorado Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA Every preservation project, no matter the scale, comes down to the same challenge: how do we adapt historic buildings to meet today’s standards without losing what makes them special? This session explores that balance through three timely topics: adapting existing structures to meet updated snow load code requirements, tackling the unique hurdles of rehabilitating modernist buildings, and choosing materials that honor history while meeting sustainability goals. These are not abstract questions; they shape budgets, design choices, and long-term performance in preservation projects across Colorado and beyond. In a fast-paced format with slides advancing every 30 seconds, presenters will share practical lessons and forward-looking strategies that show how technical decisions can strengthen design integrity, extend building life, and keep historic structures resilient for the future. Speakers:

Matthew Dinsmore (JVA, Inc.), Chelsea Rooney (Anderson Hallas Architects, PC), Jon Sargent (Deep Roots Craftsmen), Moderator: Christine Britton (JVA, Inc.)

PRESERVATION CAREERS THROUGH APPRENTICESHIPS: LEVERAGING COLORADO’S SYSTEM 1:30-2:45pm • Crystal Ballroom I • FEATURED SESSION • PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK Apprenticeships are among the oldest training systems in the world. Since the 1930s, the United States has overseen and managed apprenticeships through the Department of Labor. These Registered Apprenticeship Programs operate through collaborations between public and private partners, including federal, state, and local governments, employers, trainers, educational institutions, and non-profit service organizations. The Campaign for Historic Trades, a nationwide workforce development initiative to expand and strengthen careers in the high–demand field of historic trades, established landmark federal historic preservation apprenticeships with the Department of Labor in 2023. Apprenticeships are most successful when they are tailored to local and statewide realities and systems. This session will provide an overview of Colorado's Apprenticeship System, how you can utilize The Campaign's program, and explore how preservation efforts can leverage these effective, bipartisan programs. Speaker: Natalie Henshaw (The Campaign for Historic Trades) Dave Beck (Colorado Department of Labor), Jordan Riggs (The Campaign for Historic Trades)

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PRESERVATION ON THE GROUND: LESSONS FROM COLORADO’S CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENTS 1:30-2:45pm • Crystal Ballroom II • APA • FEATURED SESSION Across Colorado, Certified Local Governments (CLGs) are leading preservation efforts that reflect the unique needs and character of their communities. From managing design review in small towns to setting priorities with limited resources, rural and BETSY KELLUMS smaller CLGs face both challenges and opportunities that differ from their larger counterparts. This roundtable-style session brings together representatives from several Colorado CLG communities to share what is working, what is not, and how they are adapting preservation programs to stay effective and relevant. Discussion topics will include design review, preservation planning, community engagement, and responding to anti-preservation sentiment. Participants will be encouraged to think beyond day-today details, focusing instead on big-picture goals and what truly matters in sustaining LINDSEY local preservation programs. FLEWELLING Attendees will leave with real-world examples, new ideas for collaboration, and inspiration for strengthening preservation practice in their own communities, no matter the size. Speakers:

WADE BROADHEAD

ADRIENNE GARBINI

Betsy Kellums (City of Greeley), Wade Broadhead (City of Pueblo), Lindsey Flewelling (History Colorado), Adrienne Garbini (Town of Saguache Historic Preservation Commission)

COMMUNITY LEGACY IN THE FACE OF WILDFIRES: GIS MAPPING AS FIRST-RESPONSE HERITAGE DOCUMENTATION 1:30-2:45pm • Crystal Ballroom III • APA Immediately following the January 2025 wildfires in Southern California, preservationists and community members collaborated to document fire-damaged cultural resources in the Palisades and Eaton Fire areas. Using GIS, an analysis of CAL FIRE data alongside identified historic sites supported a quick and digital approach to heritage documentation. In the Palisades, SurveyLA’s existing resource data provided a strong foundation, while in Eaton, grassroots efforts to collect data filled gaps, particularly for underrepresented communities. The project culminated in interactive maps highlighting both pre- and post-fire conditions for identified built heritage. Attendees will learn how GIS, combined with community-driven data, expands heritage documentation and ensures more inclusive resource identification—offering a replicable model for identifying and protecting cultural resources in the wake of climate change. Speaker:

Morgan Quirk (Architectural Resources Group)

BALANCING LEGACY AND INNOVATION: THE REHABILITATION OF THE STATE CAPITOL ANNEX 1:30-2:45pm • Grand Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA Built in 1938 under the Works Progress Administration, the State Capitol Annex stands as a striking example of Art Deco design within Denver’s Civic Center Historic District. For decades, it served quietly behind the scenes with only minimal updates until shifting workplace expectations and post-pandemic realities made reinvestment unavoidable. This project isn't just about restoring a building; it’s about redefining how we use our historic public spaces to meet modern needs. The design team’s comprehensive rehabilitation honors the craftsmanship and symbolism of the original structure while transforming its interior into a flexible, efficient, and inspiring environment for today’s workforce. Attendees will learn how thoughtful design can breathe new life into civic architecture and why adaptive reuse of public buildings is key to both sustainability and stewardship. Speakers:

Ashley Russell (RATIO Design), Spencer Rioux (360 Engineering, Inc.), Ed Sabia (Calibre Engineering), Melina Saunders (AE Design)

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FRIDAY AFTERNOON | BLOCK G BRIDGING TIME & DESIGN: A PANEL ON PROGRESS, PITFALLS, & POSSIBILITIES OF DESIGN REVIEW 3:00-4:15pm • Colorado Ballroom II & III • AIA/APA Design review has long been a foundational component of local, state, and national historic preservation programs, and the standards and guidelines behind it have evolved over the last six decades. Drawing on years of experience, a panel of former and current design review commissioners will share examples and invite discussion about how compatibility is assessed; how cultural vs. physical preservation align—or conflict; and how the built-in flexibility and rigidity of most guidelines play out in practice. The session will engage the audience in practical strategies to interpret guidelines and strengthen the design review process in the decades ahead. Speakers:

Kelly Wemple (EUA), Gary Petri (University of Colorado Denver), Jane Crisler (EUA), Andy Duckett-Emke (CSHQA)

CRAFTING A WORKFORCE: APPLYING EFFECTIVE FRAMEWORKS TO PRESERVATION TRADES TRAINING 3:00-4:15pm • Crystal Ballroom I • PRESERVATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRACK There’s no single blueprint for preservation trades workforce development—but successful programs can serve as valuable frameworks and adaptable modalities. Join Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps and the Student Conservation Association for an interactive session exploring how established models can inform new or expanding preservation trades programs. Together, we’ll discuss how to translate proven approaches into locally responsive frameworks that build capacity, meet workforce needs, and sustain the future of the preservation trades. Speakers:

Charley Langowski (Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps), Nina Peppers (The Student Conservation Association)

DIGITAL PATHWAYS: EXPANDING ACCESS TO ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE SITES 3:00-4:15pm • Crystal Ballroom II Across the American landscape, many of our most extraordinary archaeological treasures, from prehistoric Indigenous rock art to remote mining camps, sit far from the public eye. Their isolation protects them, but it also limits access and understanding. How can we share the stories of these fragile places without putting them at risk? This session explores innovative ways to balance access and preservation for remote and sensitive sites. Using the Basin and Range National Monument as a case study, presenters will show how new methods of documentation, interpretation, and digital storytelling are allowing the Bureau of Land Management to engage wider audiences while deepening the experience for those who visit in person. Attendees will leave with creative strategies for connecting people to heritage sites that few will ever see firsthand, and helping ensure those places remain protected for generations to come. Speakers:

Julia Ausloos-Bedinger (Architectural Resources Group), Kat Vlahos (University of Colorado Denver), Mary Ringhoff (Architectural Resources Group)

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LEVERAGING BROWNFIELDS FUNDING FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION 3:00-4:15pm • Crystal Ballroom III • AIA/APA • FEATURED SESSION Despite deep cuts at the U.S. EPA, the Brownfields program remains popular in Congress for its significant impact on revitalization. Many buildings that contain asbestos and lead are older and historic, allowing creative use of Brownfields and historic preservation funding mechanisms. This session will begin with a very brief introduction by U.S. EPA Region 8 staff about the program, then move to explore Greeley as it navigates its first grant. Pueblo will then show how planning funds can be creatively applied to historic neighborhoods for survey and reuse planning. Trinidad and Pueblo will round out the session by showing examples of complex capital stacks, with substantial Brownfields funds utilized for the restoration of churches, schools, and other buildings. The session will teach attendees about U.S. EPA Brownfields funding, how those resources can be applied to historic neighborhoods and broader revitalization, and tools to help clean up and restore large buildings in your community. Speakers:

Wade Broadhead (City of Pueblo), Carrie Rackey (Stantec), Ted Lanzano (EPA Region 8), Matt Ashby (Ayers Associates), Doug May (City of Greeley), Greg Davis (US EPA)

WADE BROADHEAD

CARRIE RACKEY

TED LANZANO

DOUG MAY

THE STATE OF PRESERVATION IN LOCAL GOVERNMENTS 3:00-4:15pm • Grand Ballroom II & III • APA Local government preservation programs are vital to celebrating and protecting the places that matter most in our communities. With a panel representing a spectrum of local governments ranging from small to large and urban to rural, this session will provide insight into the state of preservation today at the local government level. From concerns over housing and development, gentrification and representation of historically marginalized communities, addressing vacancy and revitalization of historic main streets, challenges with insurance, and concerns over environmental sustainability, our local government preservation programs are dynamic and essential to the wider goals of historic preservation. Speakers:

Lindsey Flewelling (History Colorado), Maren Bzdek (City of Fort Collins), Caitlin Berube-Smith (City of Steamboat Springs), Alexandra Cramer (Town of Elizabeth), Jennifer Hewett-Apperson (City of Longmont)

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Denver The 2027 conference places a special focus on

traditional building trades, proudly partnering and hosting with the Campaign for Historic Trades. Together, we are highlighting the skills, knowledge, and hands-on practices essential to preserving historic places.

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Thank you to the 2026 Conference Advisory Committee for their time and assistance in developing this year’s session schedule. The Saving Places® Conference would not be possible without their support and guidance.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS Katie Bates State Historical Fund

Larry Lucas Main Street Program, Department of Local Affairs

Maggie Bolden Palace Construction

Sarah Marsom Heritage Resource Consultant

Wade Broadhead City of Pueblo

Jacob McDonald State Historical Fund

Jennifer Orrigo Charles Colorado Preservation, Inc.

Jamie Morgan Morgan & Rushton Consulting

Abigail Christman City of Denver

Katie Peterson Colorado Preservation, Inc.

Kelly Clark Colorado Preservation, Inc.

Huy Pham Asian & Pacific Islander Americans in Historic Preservation

Kathy Corbett Colorado Preservation, Inc. Board/Corbett AHS, Inc. Katherine Correll Downtown Colorado, Inc. John Deffenbaugh Historic Denver, Inc. Marcie Moore Gantz State Historical Fund Elizabeth Hallas Anderson Hallas Architects, PC Natalie Henshaw The Campaign for Historic Trades Jay Homstad Historic Denver, Inc. Betsy Kellums City of Greeley

Courtney Ricci CLR Consulting, LLC Chelsea Rooney Anderson Hallas Architects, PC Bill Shrum Downtown Colorado, Inc. Amanda Tollberg Colorado Preservation, Inc. Steve Turner Colorado Preservation, Inc. Board/ University of Colorado Denver's Dana Crawford Preservation Program Jane Watkins Colorado Preservation, Inc. Board/Watkins Stained Glass Katherine Wonson Old School Heritage Solutions

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