May is National Historic Preservation Month and San Antonio's Office of Historic Preservation (OHP) is rolling out a series of events to engage locals and visitors in the city's architectural and cultural history, the OHP is looking to attract community members with a variety of interests and hopes to promote the importance of preservation in the area.
One of the highlights of the Preservation Month is the 16th Annual Home Repair Fair, scheduled for Saturday, May 17, at the Confluence Theatre in Hemisfair, this event provides a platform for over 1,000 attendees to acquire knowledge on maintaining and repairing their homes, becoming more sustainable and eco-friendly, and learning the art of reuse, according to information provided by the City of San Antonio's announcement.
A series of immersive experiences throughout the month include "Becoming a Citizen Historian" classes where individuals can learn to research their property's history, Adobe workshops, and a unique picnic and movie night situated within the Historic Eastside Cemetery, full details and registration can be found at SASpeakUp.com/PreservationMonth, as noted in the City of San Antonio official Preservation Month calendar.
The San Antonio African American Community Archive & Museum's Black History River Tour on May 10 will serve as a conduit for exploring and understanding the rich narrative of African American history along the river's edge, while Esperanza Peace & Justice Center's 'Paseo Por El Westside' on May 24 will highlight the Westside's vibrant history and culture, illustrating San Antonio's multifaceted heritage as outlined in the City of San Antonio news release.
To keep up to date with the events of Preservation Month and learn about all things related to repair and maintenance, from practical window restoration techniques to water conservation through native plantings, follow @sapreservation on Facebook or Instagram. The series of events offers a blend of interactive learning and community engagement, all aimed at reinforcing the value of San Antonio's historical landscape.
