Preservation Forward – A Statewide Heritage Gathering
Sunday, June 1 – Monday, June 2
Heritage Discovery Center, Johnstown, PA
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor
Our statewide conference is back – in mini form! As we plan for a better-than-ever full conference in 2026, we didn’t want to waste any time in bringing together preservationists from across the state to learn, share and connect.
While an abbreviated event, there will be no shortage of enlightening sessions, dynamic speakers, and invaluable opportunities to engage. We’ll explore the future of historic preservation in Pennsylvania, focusing on actionable steps and innovative ideas to advance preservation outcomes across the state.
Registration fee: $85.00 | $75.00 for current Preservation Pennsylvania members
BECOME A SPONSOR
Put your brand in front of an engaged audience of preservation professionals and expand your reach in the industry. Sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to connect with decision-makers, showcase your commitment to preservation, and support the future of Pennsylvania’s heritage.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Just Don't Build:
The Case for Imaginative Reuse
Aaron Betsky
Monday, June 2 | 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Aaron Betsky is a leading voice in architecture and design, known for his visionary writing, curatorial work, and educational leadership. A Yale-trained architect, he has directed major institutions including the Netherlands Architecture Institute and the Cincinnati Art Museum, and curated the 11th International Architecture Exhibition in his role as the Director of the Venice Architecture Biennale.
Betsky has authored numerous influential books that explore architecture’s cultural impact, sustainability, and adaptive reuse. As former dean of the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture (now called the School of Architecture at Taliesin), he championed experimental and hands-on education. His work continues to challenge conventional thinking and inspire dialogue about the future of the built environment.
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
To aid in arranging your own hotel reservations, here is a list of area hotels along with their distance from the main conference venue. Please note, there is no room block for this conference.
Images courtesy of Visit Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
