Join us for an insightful evening with Mark Alan Hewitt, FAIA, one of America’s foremost scholar-architects, titled: Building and Saving the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green on December 12th at 7:30 PM.
Hewitt will delve into the captivating story of the historic Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green and the importance of preserving and revitalizing this historic treasure.
This lecture promises to unravel the architectural and historical tapestry of this iconic building.
Event Details:
- Date and Time: Tuesday, December 12th, 2023 @ 7:30 PM
- Location: Church on the Green, 147 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
- Tickets: Pay-what-you-can donation on the day of the event. No reservations needed.
Hosts:
- Sanctuary on the Green Arts, Cultural & Community Alliance (SOGA)
- Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green
Sponsored by:
- Councilman Rich Rockwell
- Bloomfield Historic Preservation Commission
- Joseph Barry, former Bloomfield Administrator and Councilman
- The Szep Family
- The Leo Family
- DiscoverURhistory
About the Speaker:
Mark Alan Hewitt is a distinguished architect known for his expertise in historic preservation and architectural history. With training from Yale and the University of Pennsylvania, Hewitt established a practice specializing in restoration and adaptive re-use. His firm has garnered accolades, including New Jersey state historic preservation awards and local AIA design honors.
Hewitt’s prolific contributions span six books and numerous articles, elevating understanding and appreciation for various architectural movements and landscapes in America. As an active advocate of historic preservation and regional history, Hewitt’s ongoing research centers on New Jersey’s rich built environment. Notably, he is a contributing author to the forthcoming AIA-NJ book on 150 Great Buildings and Places in New Jersey.
About SOGA:
The Sanctuary on the Green Arts, Cultural and Community Alliance (SOGA), a New Jersey non-profit, a 501(c)(3) organization, comprises committed volunteers from Bloomfield and neighboring towns. Their mission in conjunction with the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green, is to conserve, renovate, and rejuvenate the Sanctuary on the Green. Their collective goal is to preserve the sanctity of this space while transforming it into a vibrant hub for arts, culture, and community engagement.
Help Spread the Word!
Join us for an enlightening evening as Mark Alan Hewitt navigates the intricate narrative of architectural preservation and community-driven initiatives.
This lecture not only celebrates history but also paves the way for a future where heritage and community intertwine.
All are welcome to attend this enriching event!
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