Porch Repair and Reconstruction

April 14-18, 2008 - 8:00 am to 4:00 PM daily

Class Location: 1 West Duval Street
Jackson Ward National Historic Landmark District

Instructor: David Armington
Second Century Preservation

Class Project: The class will be dedicated to the repair and reconstruction of a historic porch at 1 West Duval Street, an early 20th century Colonial Revival townhouse. This building has suffered from years of neglect from previous owners and the current owner, Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church, is developing long-term plans for rehabilitation. The class will involve all aspects of porch work including:

• Stabilization and securing the porch structure
• In-kind replacement of deteriorated elements
• Reconstruction of missing elements.

Cost: Complete scholarships are provided to persons working in construction as carpenters, apprentices, and laborers. The cost of the class is $500 to all others. The class is made possible by a generous grant from the Historic Jackson Ward Association.

Students: The class is limited to 8 students. Each student must have demonstrated experience in working in construction. Students must have a framing square, framing hammer, and level. Students must also provide work boots and safety glasses, work gloves, and suitable work clothes. Jackson Ward residents are encouraged to apply.

Applications: Student selections will be prioritized on the basis of the experience, enthusiasm, and career goals. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 PM on March 31, 2008. Call 804-225-1383, e-mail Pythagoras.sbc@gmail.com, or write the Pythagoras School at 312 S. Cherry Street, Richmond, Va 23220 to obtain an application or for additional information.