Knox Heritage Celebrates 2012 Preservation Month with Events, Announcement of Fragile Fifteen Tours, Lunches

KNOXVILLE -- As thousands of people throughout the U.S. celebrate National Preservation Month in May, Knoxville residents will join in to focus on grassroots preservation in America.

Knox Heritage has planned a lot of wonderful events for our area:

Thursdays in May, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. & Saturday, May 12, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Architectural Salvage Shop Hours Knox Heritage Office, 1300 N. Broadway Browse through a collection of salvaged architectural pieces such as doors & hardware, wood flooring, pedestal sinks, light fixtures, and more. Some inventory will be on sale on May 12. Also, several items from last month's Salvage Show are featured in Knox Heritage's Etsy shop.

Saturday, May 12, 11:30 a.m.
Major Donors' Spring Luncheon At the home of Ambassador & Mrs. Victor Ashe, this event also features a tour of historic Westwood. By invitation only.

Sunday, May 13
Today is Mother's Day! A perfect gift for Mom – or any foodie – is the Summer Suppers cookbook, a collection of favorite recipes from eight years of suppers, dozens of locations, and scores of talented cooks. Order online at knoxheritage.org/shop or call 523-8008 by May 7 to ensure delivery by May 12.

Tuesday, May 15,
11:00 a.m. 2012 Fragile Fifteen Announcement Bennett Galleries, 5308 Kingston Pike Knox Heritage announces its annual list of the most endangered properties and places within Knox County. Free.

Friday, May 18, 5:00 p.m.
Art & Architecture Tour: Gay Street This event pairs two great things: art and architecture! Start with festive food and drink at the Bijou Theatre (803 S. Gay Street) and walk a tour route along Gay Street based on winning photographs. You'll also get a set of postcards featuring the winning images. With tour guides Kim Trent and Jack Neely. $40 each, space is limited. RSVP by May 15.

Saturday, May 19, 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Downtown Walking Tour Brochure Launch Departing from the Visitor's Center, 301 S. Gay Street; a definitive self-guided walking tour for downtown Knoxville. Help celebrate the launching of this brochure by joining Kim Trent as she leads a group on a portion of the tour. You'll get your own copy to keep! Free.

Tuesday, May 22, 11:30 a.m.
Lost & Found Luncheon: The Civil War in Knoxville The Square Room, 4 Market Square Joan Markel, Carol Evans, and Steve Dean discuss the Civil War in Knoxville and today's efforts to preserve important battle sites. $15 includes lunch. RSVP by May 17.

Wednesday, May 23, 5:30 p.m. - ?
Preservation & Libations Preservation Pub, Market Square Join friends of historic preservation for a drink and good conversation upstairs in the smoke-free speakeasy, or on the roof deck in nice weather. No need to RSVP, just stop by!

Wednesday, May 30, 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Perspire for Preservation: Oak Grove School Get your hands dirty and help a historic building in Union County. Volunteers are needed! Visit knoxheritage.org/volunteers to learn more and sign up.

Knox Heritage Preservation Month events are sponsored by: Bennett Galleries, Bijou Theatre, Boyd's Jig & Reel, CityWhippet.com Jennifer Montgomery/Coldwell Banker Wallace & Wallace Realtors, C. Randall De Ford Architecture, Elizabeth Eason Architecture, Jupiter Entertainment, Robin Easter Design, Russell Printing Options, and Sanders Pace Architecture.

Published May 4, 2012