Anatomy of Buildings: Architectural Vocabulary and Identifying 19th Century Styles

Anatomy of Buildings: Architectural Vocabulary and Identifying 19th Century Styles Presented by Susan Arena

This one hour program will offer a brief overview of common language used to describe buildings and an introduction to architectural styles found in Washington County. Familiarity with stylistic elements and influences helps provide historic context to the built environment and a better understanding of your community.

Susan Arena is an Architectural Historian with experience completing historic resources surveys, National Register nominations, preservation planning, and educational programming. She has worked in non-profit, private, and public sectors, collaborating with State Historic Preservation Offices in New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut as well as many regional organizations. Susan holds a BA in Architectural Studies from Hobart & William Smith Colleges and an MS in Historic Preservation from the University of Vermont.