Demonstrator Criteria:
PTN's goal is to advance the traditional building trades while emphasizing the importance of historic preservation and the restoration of cultural resources. Demonstrators should have proficiency in skills relevant to the traditional building trades and be able to convey their skills, knowledge, and craft to visitors of varying backgrounds.
How to Apply:
Please complete the following application or submit application materials to info@ptn.org.
All demonstrator applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis and scheduled according to available time slots. Selected demonstrators will be notified upon acceptance.
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Setup is Wednesday, October 9th, with demonstrations held Thursday through Saturday.
Participants demonstrate at least twice. You will have the opportunity to specify your preferred date and times. Please note that the PTN Board of Directors may be unable to accommodate all requests.
Evening activities will be held in downtown Savannah, including an opening night welcome reception on Wednesday, October 9th; PTN Pub Crawl on Thursday, October 10th; and Banquet/Auction on Friday, October 11th.
In addition to the outstanding tradespeople from around the globe, the IPTW will showcase local artisans and help them connect to a broader network of preservation professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions |
The IPTW welcomes demonstrators who are new the organization and demonstrating. You can read Dr. Gerard Lynch's "Handy Hints on Teaching through Practical Demonstrations" on our blog for ideas on how the plan and implement a demonstration.
I've never been to an IPTW before. What's it like? What is the format for demonstrations? What is the audience like? What are the logistics? Does PTN supply tools or materials for demonstrators?
| How do I become a demonstrator? How does scheduling work? The PTN Board will schedule demonstrators for the event based on demonstrators' availability and preference, balanced with the scheduling needs of the event. Typically, the first approved demonstrator applicants get their choice of time slots. I’m interested but not sure what to present. Can I get some help before submitting an application? Can I see some past examples for ideas on sessions? When do I need to be at the IPTW? What do I receive for my work as a demonstrator? |