Adventures in Preservation
Volunteer Vacations for Homeschool Families                                   

Adventures in Preservation was founded by Judith Broeker and Jamie
Donahoe. Inspired by their love of historic buildings, they came up with the
idea for volunteer vacations that focus on historical preservation.
Homeschoolers can benefit from the passion and knowledge of
conservation experts, while helping restore landmarks.

Led by technical experts, workshops give hands-on experience in historic
preservation. Some past projects have included restoration of a small 17th
century stone chapel in Sicily, Italy, the Weisel Bridge in Pennsylvania, and a
grist and saw mill in New Jersey. Participants pay a fee for expenses.
Adventures in Preservation is a 501(c) 3 Non-profit.

These projects can give older homeschoolers a look into the past, and a
chance to give back to the future.

Here are a few of Adventures in Preservation's 2011 volunteer vacations:

GLAZING AT THE GAS STATION
Gloucester, Virginia, USA - May 22-28, 2011
Join the modern preservation movement by helping restore one of Virginia’s
original Texaco stations. The 1930 Edge Hill Service Station, complete with
original gas pumps, will ultimately have a new – and greener - life as small
enterprise office space.


CONSERVING THE HEART OF GYUMRI
Gyumri, Armenia - June 18-30, 2011
Immerse yourself in one of the oldest cultures on earth while you repair a c.
1890 neoclassical residence in the heart of Gyumri’s Kumayri Historic
District. Damaged by a massive earthquake in 1988, this volunteer project is
the building’s last hope for restoration and a new life as a museum and small
enterprise incubator.


SAVING THE CITY OF STONE
Gjirokastra, Albania - September, 2011
Time, the elements and redevelopment pressures have taken their toll on
Gjirokastra's kulle houses, and these masonry giants need your help. Join
the fight to save these iconic houses and establish restoration as a viable
alternative to demolition and redevelopment.
Dates and Details Coming Soon!

For more information, check out the website:
Adventures In Preservation
Homeschool Travel Resource