The Preservation Trades Network (PTN) is a 501(c)3 non-profit membership organization founded to provide education, networking and outreach for the traditional building trades. PTN was established on the principle that conservation of the built environment is fundamentally dependent on the work of skilled people in all of the traditional building trades who preserve, maintain and restore historic buildings, and build architectural heritage for the future.
The Preservation Trades Network's Board of Directors is happy to announce the 2026 International Preservation Trades Workshop will be held on September 17th-19th in Medina, NY. Check the PTN website for information about demonstrations, pre-conference workshops, lodging, and more.
Medina was established during the construction of the Erie Canal and became the center of businesses that served trade and passenger traffic on canal boats. Mills, foundries and manufacturing were soon established which took advantage of its water power while the surrounding farms yielded fruit which was exported to major markets of New York City and west via the canal. The city is knows for its history cobblestone architecture and its Main Street Historic District, Medina Armory and United States post office are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
"At his core, Rob is a teacher. He will never turn away hiring someone with no trades experience so long as they have a desire to learn and a respect for historic structures."
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