Learn how to enter field survey data into the Virginia Department of Historic Resources’ VCRIS database.
Some familiarity with DHR’s survey terminology and methods would be helpful. The information in the database and in DHR’s archives is available to the public for study and educational use.
This program is a collaboration between AIA Virginia, Modern Richmond, and the Virginia Department of Historic Resources.
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This hour-long webinar shows participants how to complete a reconnaissance-level field survey using Highland Hills — a significant mid-1950s neighborhood in Bon Air, Virginia with 73 houses designed by Charles Goodman — as a case study. Goodman is best known for having designed the Hollin Hills in Alexandria and the main terminal at Reagan National Airport. After training, participants will be invited to participate in field surveys in early May. The completed Highland Hills surveys will be archived at the Department of Historic Resources.
No previous experience is required. Participants should be comfortable recognizing and describing basic building and site materials and forms.
This program is a collaboration between AIA Virginia, Modern Richmond, and the Virginia Department of Historic Resources.
Earn 1.0 AIA LU
Register online.
| The Virginia Department of Historic Resources (VDHR) is seeking public comment on the draft of the statewide comprehensive preservation plan for the 6-year planning cycle 2016 through 2021. When you follow this link you will find a draft that is intended for review. The plan is still in a “raw” state, and lacks the final maps, graphs, and other images and statistics that will be in the final form. Please send your comments to Catherine.Slusser@dhr.virginia.gov by 5 p.m., Friday, July 17. In its current form, both the narrative and action plan rely very heavily on public participation in a steering committee, the results of a statewide survey, and feedback from more than 80 participants in a series of 6 regional historic preservation forums. Following consideration of public comments and graphic design, the updated draft will be sent to the National Park Service for its review. The final formatted version, adjusted for the NPS review, will be posted for use by interested stakeholders by the end of this calendar year. This version will be the basis for DHR’s annual work plan beginning in October 2015 for the federal fiscal year 2016. DHR thanks you for sharing your thoughts and for your continued interest in Virginia’s historic places. |
