HISTORY OF THE SENECA CREEK QUARRY
Thursday, November 12, 2015
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Join us at the Octagon Museum for the final lecture of the year reviewing the history of the Seneca Quarry and its distinctive red sandstone that was used to build many buildings in the city in the late 19th century. The presentation will be given by Garrett Peck, author of The Smithsonian Castle and the Seneca Quarry.
Learn about the now abandoned quarry, which is located just north of the city, and its distinctive red sandstone which is visible in numerous DC buildings. Hear about the quarry’s unique history and get insight into the quarry’s daily operations as a once thriving industrial site and how it ties into the history behind many DC sites and buildings including, the C&O Canal and the Smithsonian Castle. The lecture is a precursor to the hike to the quarry on November 21.
1 LU/HSW has been requested from AIA. Please choose the appropriate registration to receive credits. Doors open at 6:30. The closest Metro station is Farragut West (Blue/Orange/Silver: 18th Street Exit). Metered parking is available after 6:30. Presentation will begin at 7. Light refreshments will be served.
Tickets:
$0.00 APT DC Member Ticket/ $5.00 with CEU/PDH
$10.00 Non-APT DC Member Ticket/ $15.00 with CEU/PDH
Location:
The Octagon Museum
1799 New York Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20006
More Information and Registration:
http://aptdc.org/meetinginfo.php?id=136&ts=1445921177
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Ronda Bernstein
Historical Consultant
APT WASHINGTON CHAPTER INCORPORATED
Washington DC
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