Ingrid Abramovitch's Restoring a House in the City
Book Signing
Thursday, April 15
$10 Limited Space
Wine and Cheese
129 Tradd Street
A former magazine editor at House & Garden and Martha Stewart Living, Ingrid Abramovitch is a journalist who writes about design and architecture. She has contributed to such publications as the New York Times, Elle Decor, Cookie, the Wall Street Journal, and Departures.
Abramovitch's book includes the stories, told in words and photographs, of 21 antique homes in ten cities. The houses range from a Greek Revival townhouse in Charleston to a double-wide brownstone in Troy, NY. ACBA trustee, Harriet Williams, widow to Wheel of Time author, Robert Jordan, will host the garden party at her historic home located at 129 Tradd Street.
Fête des Artisans
Friday, April 16
7–11 PM
$50 in advance; $60 at the door
Old Charleston Jail
Fete des Artisans is a celebration of the exceptional craftsmanship of the College’s faculty and students. It also pays tribute to the College’s connection with Les Compagnons du Devoir, the world renowned French training school for artisans, and inspiration for ACBA. The exclusive event will take place at the Old Charleston Jail on Friday, April 16, from 7 to 11 p.m. and will feature live music, fine French fare prepared by local chefs, open bar and silent auction. Tickets for this event are $50 per person in advance and $60 at the door. French attire suggested.
Masters of the Building Arts (MBA) Festival
Saturday, April 17, 2010
10 AM–4 PM
Old Charleston Jail
Free
The Old Charleston Jail Campus will be buzzing with the activity of outdoor workshops given by accomplished national artisans and ACBA students as well as tours of the property and live music on Saturday, April 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as the Masters of the Building Arts Festival opens its door to prospective students and general public. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience exquisite craftsmanship and watch the students and faculty working on special projects in their chosen trades of architectural metal, plaster working, masonry, stone carving, timber-framing and carpentry. Free lectures and workshops include a presentation by Ingrid Abramovitch. This event is open to the public and there is no cost for admission. Food and beverages will be available for sale.
ACBA 2009-2010 Open House Dates
April 17, 2010
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Explore Your Career
June 18–19, 2010
This two-day program is designed to give younger prospective students a chance to explore the historic building trades. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the trade and its history, do some hands-on work in the College workshop, explore historic Charleston, and meet faculty, staff and other young students with the same interests. Reservations required. Click here to contact the admissions office for more information or to make reservations.
