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1 Welcome to the 2025 Kentucky Historic Preservation Conference! Welcome to the 2025 Kentucky Statewide Historic Preservation Conference. I’m glad you’ve chosen to join the historic preservation community as you continue the important work of preserving and promoting Kentucky’s rich history and cultural heritage. As you gather in the beautiful city of Newport, I encourage you to take a moment to explore its unique attractions. Whether you’re taking a scenic stroll on the Purple People Bridge, enjoying a meal at a local restaurant, visiting the iconic World Peace Bell, or touring the Newport Aquarium, the city has something for everyone. Kentucky is a world-class destination full of deep-rooted history, vibrant communities and cherished landmarks that connect us to our past and inspire future generations. Your passion for this mission ensures that our history isn’t just something we look back on, but something that helps us build a better Kentucky for generations to come. Historic preservation is a key contributor to Kentucky’s $13.8 billion tourism industry, fueling economic development and community revitalization. From breathing new life into our historic downtowns to restoring treasured historic homes, schools and churches, your work strengthens our New Kentucky Home and creates opportunities for growth. By investing in preservation efforts, we create jobs, attract businesses and build on the unique charm that makes Kentucky such a special place to live. The Kentucky Heritage Council is integral to this process in our state. I appreciate their leadership in administering historic preservation tax credits, technical assistance and services that support the protection of our historic sites. As Governor, I remain committed to supporting the efforts of all of you who work tirelessly to preserve and enhance our local communities. Together, we can ensure that our history continues to shape our present and lead us to a bright future for your families and mine. Thank you for your hard work! Sincerely, Governor Andy Beshear It’s my pleasure to welcome you to the Kentucky Historic Preservation Conference, Pillars of Preservation: Supporting a Stronger Kentucky! On behalf of the Kentucky Heritage Council Board and staff, I would like to thank you for joining us in this year’s host city, Newport, Kentucky. Attendees at this conference are in for a real treat. As a Certified Local Government (CLG), the City of Newport has long demonstrated a commitment to sound preservation policy and practice, and the benefits of those efforts are readily apparent. Wonderfully preserved historic neighborhoods, commercial districts, river heritage related resources and archaeological sites combine to tell a diverse and multifaceted history that reflects the community’s strong preservation ethic. We are excited to introduce you to all that Newport has to offer! The schedule of events features educational sessions, panel discussions, tours and frequent opportunities to interact with fellow preservation practitioners, advocates and supporters. These interactions are among the most valuable as they strengthen our collective effort to build a stronger preservation community and a stronger Kentucky. The concluding paragraph of the 5-year Statewide Preservation Plan that was implemented in 2023 states that, “Our shared past is codified in what our ancestors built, sometimes forgotten in archaeological sites, sometimes remembered in downtowns and residential districts and rural landscapes across the Commonwealth. If we want to keep these resources, and grow at the same time, we need a long-term commitment to Historic Preservation, tools in hand.” We hope to encourage your use of critical preservation tools that identify, protect, develop and advocate for our significant and irreplaceable historic resources. Sincerely, Craig Potts Kentucky Heritage Council Director & State Historic Preservation Officer

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2 Thank you to our Partners and Sponsors: Please join us in thanking our planning committee Kaitlin Bryan, City of Covington, Historic Preservation Officer Kitty Dougoud, KHC Kentucky Main Street Program Administrator Nicole Konkol, KHC Site Protection Program Administrator Jennifer Peachee-Harris, KHC Public Information Officer Craig Potts, KHC Director & State Historic Preservation Officer Nicole Roth, KHC Site Identification Program Administrator & Conference Planning Lead Bridget Striker, Boone County Planning Commission, Preservation Planner/Historic Preservation Officer Katie Wilborn, KHC Site Development Program Administrator Jennifer Williams, City of Newport, Historic Preservation Officer Important Information REGISTRATION The registration desk is located in the Entry Hall of the Prestant. The desk will be staffed throughout the conference in the event that you have any questions. PARKING Please park only in designated areas. If you have concerns about where you parked, please double-check with Conference Staff that you are not in a tow-zone. RAFFLES Before our keynote speakers, we will be hosting a fun raffle featuring gift baskets from our partnering cities, filled with local goodies and unique items. Be sure to stop by the registration table and enter a chance to win! The raffle will take place right after lunch, so don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to take home a piece of Northern Kentucky! FOOD & DRINK We will provide light refreshments throughout the conference. Lunches on Thursday and Friday will be provided. SESSIONS & OFF SITE TOURS All Sessions will in the Meeting Room at the Prestant. For off site tours, please meet us out front of the Prestant. CONFERENCE MAP A Message from the City of Newport | We’re thrilled to welcome you to Newport, Kentucky—a city where history lives around every corner. From our iconic Monmouth Street to the lovingly preserved neighborhoods that line our hills and riverfront, Newport is proud of its past and committed to its future. As you explore our community during this year’s Historic Preservation Conference, we hope you’re inspired by the stories our buildings tell and the people working every day to preserve them. scan me

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4 Time The Prestant Friday | May 16, 2025 Off-site Tour 8 - 9:00 AM Registration & Welcome 9 - 9:45 AM 10 - 10:45 AM 11 - 11:45 AM 12 - 12:45 PM 12:45 - 1:45 PM 2 - 2:45 PM 3 - 3:20 PM 3:30 - 3:50 PM 4 - 4:20 PM 4:30 - 4:40 PM 4:45 - 5 PM 6 - 8:00 PM Development Small Town Development Panel Discussion: Trends in Historic Preservation: Adaptive Reuse and Society’s Changing Needs. Panel Discussion: Affordable Housing in Historic Building Stock. Covington Academy of Heritage Trades Meet at the Prestant Catered Lunch @ The Prestant Keynote Speaker Holly Wiedemann Identification Determining Eligibility of the Recent Past Case Study: History is OUR Story – Huntertown Community Interpretive Park La Grange Historic Districts Commission - The Power of Positive Thinking! Cemetery Histories and Community Memory: Researching the Past and Present of Petersburg-Newburg Cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky. Identification Tract Summation Tax Credit Tour Meet at the Prestant Conference Closing Remarks Hofbräuhaus Newport Meetup Schedule at a Glance

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5 Oﬀ-site Tour 9:00 - 11:45 PM | Newport Barracks & Evergreen Cemetery Tour Guides: Jay Stottman and Don Miller (see page 10 for description). Transportation provided, meet at the Prestant. Sessions at the Prestant 9:00 - 9:45 AM | Communication with Decisions Makers to Promote Preservation and Main Street Presenters: Lauren J. Cohen & Kelly Humrichouser Building and maintaining relationships with decision makers and leaders is important for your Main Street program or historic preservation program throughout the year. With constant changes, there are unique considerations for advocating for your priorities and educating decision makers consistently about the value of your work. In this session, learn the basics of connecting with those in positions of power year-round and special considerations for times of change. 10:00 - 10:45 AM | Building an Effective Statewide Advocacy Network Presenter: Kim Trent While most historic preservation advocacy is local, it is critically important to create and maintain statewide advocacy network to respond to rapidly and effectively to statewide issues and legislation that will inevitably impact your work in your community. A strong network is also required to advocate for new legislation, programs and funding that support local preservation efforts. In this session, you will learn about successful statewide advocacy models from around the country and how local preservation organizations can work together to have a stronger voice in state government. 11:00 -11:45 AM | Panel Discussion: Effective Strategies for Preservation, Non-profit Leadership, and Collaboration Moderator: Nick Rabold Panelists: Lauren Cohen, Kelly Humrichouser, Kim Trent & Jonathan Coleman, PhD. Panelists will explore key strategies for enhancing the effectiveness and sustainability of historic preservation non-profit organizations (NPOs). Through discussions on administration, leadership development, membership engagement, and community outreach, panelists will share best practices for building strong, resilient organizations. The session will also highlight methods for expanding outreach efforts, engaging diverse audiences, and securing long-term support. 12:45 - 1:45 PM | Keynote Speaker | Joseph McGill Joseph McGill is the founder of the Slave Dwelling Project in Charleston, SC. By arranging for people to sleep in extant slave dwellings, the Slave Dwelling Project has brought much needed attention to these often-neglected structures that are vitally important to the American built environment. Joseph will share experiences from his over 250 overnights in 150 different sites in 25 states, including his stay at Dinsmore Homestead. Session will include Q&A. Joseph McGill’s book, Sleeping with the Ancestors: How I Followed the Footprints of Slavery, is available for purchase at Roebling Books, 601 Overton Street, Newport, KY. Thursday Sessions

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6 Oﬀ-site Tour 2:00 - 4:45 PM | Dinsmore Homestead Tour Guides: Bridget Striker and Joseph McGill (See page 10 for description). Transportation provided, meet at the Prestant. Sessions at the Prestant 2:00 - 2:45 PM | Highlighting Archaeology in Kentucky Presenters: Patti Hutchins and Ellis Codd Archaeological discoveries are often made during construction projects. This presentation discusses a selection of intriguing archaeological sites from across Kentucky uncovered during the Section 106 review process. Archaeological finds such as these provide a wealth of information about Kentucky’s varied and rich history and demonstrate the importance of preserving these sites. 3:00 - 3:45 PM | Section 106 and the Antiquities Act Presenters: Nicole Konkol and Dr. Philip B. Mink | With contributions from RaShae Jennings Nicole Konkol of the Kentucky Heritage Council will share information on Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act: what it is, what it does, and what it doesn’t do. Philip Mink will discuss how the Office of State Archaeology (OSA) provides guidance on compliance with the Kentucky Antiquities Act, helping stakeholders navigate state regulations related to archaeological sites and historic preservation. 4:00 - 4:45 PM | All is Not Lost, a Case Study on the Section 106 Outcomes for the Beecher Terrace Redevelopment Project in Louisville, Kentucky. Presenter: Cynthia Elmore Even when a Section 106 project has an Adverse Effect, it can still turn into something positive. Section 106 provides the opportunity for the people most impacted by the undertaking to take part in the mitigation discussion and create a community benefit even when it involves the loss of an historic property. This session will examine the redevelopment project for the Beecher Terrace Housing Complex in Louisville, Kentucky which was a multi-block public housing development dating to the 1939 in the historic Russell neighborhood. A grant from Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Choice Neighborhood Program was awarded to the Louisville Metro Housing Authority to redevelop the site which included the demolition of the historic housing complex, the disturbance of an eligible archaeological site associated with the Russell neighborhood and an historic cemetery. As a result of the Section 106 requirements triggered for the project, a robust community discussion evolved into shaping some innovative mitigation treatment that will continue to educate and benefit the citizens of Louisville. In this case study, you will learn about how the community’s voices were included and the mitigation measures that were created to preserve the memory and artifacts of Beecher Terrace. After Hours Networking Event 6:00 - 8:00 PM | East Row History Crawl | Meet at Fleck’s Gulf | 522 Washington Ave., Newport, KY Join us for a fun and interactive History Crawl through one of Kentucky’s largest historic districts, the East Row, and see preservation at work in a community. Our evening begins at Fleck’s Gulf, a restored gas station and popular local gathering spot. From there, we will make our way to some unique spots, including iconic restaurants and pubs that blend history with modern charm. Enjoy classic burgers at Coaches Corner, listen to live blues at Mansion Hill Tavern, and soak in the timeless atmosphere of Jerry’s Jug House, a neighborhood staple for over 93 years. Along the way, learn about the East Row’s preservation success stories while enjoying great conversation and local hospitality. Thursday Sessions

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7 Oﬀ-Site Tour 9:00 - Covington Academy of Heritage Trades Tour Guide: Kaitlin Bryan (See page 10 for description). Transportation provided, meet at the Prestant. Sessions at the Prestant 9:00 - 9:45 AM | Small-Town Development Presenter: Mark Letenzi With experience as a historic preservation real estate development professional and Rehabilitation Tax Credit consultant, Mark Letenzi will distill some of the program’s complexities for property owners and industry-adjacent professionals, with a specific focus on how historic real estate development can help make projects happen in small towns. Also, a brief update on the status on the status of the tax credit industry and potential forthcoming changes will be presented. 10:00 - 10:45 AM | Panel Discussion – Trends in Historic Preservation: Adaptive Reuse and Society’s Changing Needs Moderator: Katie Wilborn, AICP Panelists: Charles Cash, Mark Letenzi, Chris Poynter, and Jim Guthrie Based on survey results, which asked constituents and industry professional what topics may pose the greatest benefit to discuss, “Adaptive Reuse” was a continuous topic of interest. In this panel discussion, we will touch base with four industry professionals, who have experience in adaptive reuse projects and adapting our historic building stock to serve society’s current needs. 11:00 - 11:45 AM | Panel Discussion – Affordable Housing in Historic Building Stock Moderator: Katie Wilborn, AICP Panelists: Heath Seymour, Dr. Seth Payton, and Max Monahan Access to affordable housing (defined as “housing where the occupant pays no more than 30% of their gross income for housing costs, including utilities” (HUD)) is critical for community stability and individual well-being. Every healthy community needs a balance of new housing creation, alongside the preservation of housing units within our existing building stock. We will sit with three panelists who will speak to the challenges, techniques, and opportunities where Affordable Housing and historic preservation can work hand-in-hand to support a thriving community. 12:45 - 1:45 PM | Keynote Speaker | Holly Wiedemann Holly Wiedemann, foundedAU Associates in 1990, based upon the principles of adaptive use and urban infill. Wiedemann’s firm has been responsible for the creation and development of more than $250 million of projects representing more than 1200 units and over 185,000 square feet of commercial space during her role as President from 1990 to 2022. Her projects are located throughout Kentucky and West Virginia. Each of her developments, now spanning three decades, have received numerous local, state, national and international awards. AU has won an unprecedented four Timmie Awards from NH&RA, for national excellence in historic preservation and adaptive re-use. Session will include Q&A. Friday Sessions

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8 Oﬀ-Site Tour Tax Credit Project Tour Tour Guide: Katie Wilborn (see page 10 for description). Transportation provided, meet at the Prestant. Sessions at the Prestant 2:00 - 2:45 PM | Determining the Eligibility of the Recent Past Presenter: Susan Lankford-Thompson Many communities experienced post-WWII construction booms with new types of resources, like gas stations, strip malls, roadside hotels and motels, and fast food establishments. As these resources turn 50 years old, preservationists grapple with issues surrounding National Register eligibility. The presentation, which will be useful for architectural and preservation advocates alike, will address the question, “How do we evaluate potential historic resources that seem to be commonplace in our built environment.” A recent NRHP listing in Kentucky – Lexington’s former Hospitality Motor Inn, built 1968-1969- will be used as a case study. 3:00 - 3:20 PM | History is OUR Story – Huntertown Community Interpretive Park (HCIP) Presenter: Sioux Finney Located in Woodford County, Huntertown was an African American hamlet settled after the Civil War. Although no structures remain, a grassroots group of former residents, descendants, local citizens and community partners are working to create a passive, interpretive 38-acre public park to preserve the history of Huntertown and honor Woodford County’s African American legacy. Through a legacy of collaborative partnerships, the nonprofit HCIP mobilizes financial, volunteer and other resources to keep Huntertown story alive. 3:30 - 3:50 PM | La Grange Historic Districts Commission - The Power of Positive Thinking! Presenter: Barbara Manley Calloway This presentation explores the evolution of historic preservation in La Grange Kentucky, from the formation of its two historic districts and the Certified Local Government designation in 1989, to present-day efforts to shift public perception through a “Positivity Campaign.” Drawing from personal experiences and key community milestones, the presentation highlights the importance of leadership, collaboration with the Kentucky Heritage Council, and the enduring impact one-person can have – both positive and negative – on the preservation movement. Through photos, stories, and lessons learned, this presentation aims to inspire and affirm the power of community-driven preservation. 4:00 - 4:20 PM | Cemetery Histories and Community Memory: Researching the Past and Present of Petersburg-Newburg Cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky. Presenters: Aaron Comstock, Ph.D., Felicia Jamison, Ph.D. , and Kathryn E. Marklein, Ph.D. This presentation provides the background and initial findings of a project focused on mapping and recording oral histories at Petersburg-Newport Cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky. As one of the earliest African American cemeteries in Louisville, Petersburg-Newburg Cemetery is both an important historic place and the focal point of a vibrant living community. The long-term continuity of this landmark is a testament to the engagement of the local community members, who put considerable effort into preserving and highlighting their important histories. Our project meets community needs by recording histories and providing accurate maps of the cemetery as a foundation for community preservation efforts. Friday Sessions

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9 Saturday, May 17th in Newport! 4:30 – 4:40 PM | Identification Summation 4:45 - 5:00 PM | Conference Closing Remarks by Craig Potts After Hours Networking Event 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Hofbräuhaus-Newport Meet Up | Hofbräuhaus-Newport 200 3rd Street, Newport, KY Wrap up the conference with a celebration at the Hofbräuhaus-Newport! For those staying for the Northern Kentucky Restoration Weekend, this is the perfect opportunity to unwind, share your favorite moments from the conference, and make new connections before the weekend kicks off. Enjoy great food, refreshing drinks, and plenty of laughs in a vibrant, relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re a historic preservation expert or just a history enthusiast, it’s a chance to network, celebrate, and toast to another successful conference—cheers to preserving history and building lasting relationships! Friday Sessions Download our Historic Preservation Toolbox! scan me Looking to expand your knowledge and impact? Scan the QR code to access additional materials to help your preservation efforts in your community. The Historic Preservation Toolbox is a digital companion packed with practical resources and expert guidance designed to support your work in the field. Take your preservation efforts further – everything you need is just a scan away! • Funding Resources • Public Outreach Ideas • List of Local/State Preservation Organizations • Historic House Maintenance Checklist • Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Info Sheet • Legislative and Legal Overviews • Difference between Local Historic District and NR District • Benefits of Preservation Fact Sheet Coming Soon

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10 2 - 4:45 PM Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Tour Oﬀ-Site Tours Thursday | May 15, 2025 9 - 11:45 AM Newport Barracks & Evergreen Cemetery Stop 1 | Newport Barracks: Join us for a tour of the historic Newport Barracks, originally established in 1803 by General James Taylor, founder of Newport. The barracks played a significant role during the War of 1812 as a prison for enemy troops and a mustering point for Kentuckians heading north to fight. It also served as a recruiting depot during the Mexican American War and a hospital and political prison during the Civil War. After several periods of growth and decline, including damage from devastating floods, the barracks were relocated in the later 1880s to Fort Thomas. Today, the site serves as Gen. James Taylor Park, as a marker to Kentucky’s military history. Tour led by Jay Stottman. Stop 2 | Evergreen Cemetery: Evergreen Cemetery is the largest cemetery in Campbell County and encompasses an area of approximately 250 acres. The cemetery was established in the 1840’s, then receiving reinterments from the original Newport Cemetery and the Newport Barracks. Evergreen is an active cemetery. The tour will include the chapel, which was built in 1902, the Grand Army of the Republic section of the cemetery, where Medal of Honor recipient William H. Horsfall is interred, and four Civil War-era cannons reside. The tour will also include the Shaler Battery, named after the landowner, Dr. Nathaniel Burger Shaler, then surgeon of the Newport Barracks. His son, Nathaniel Southgate Shaler, commanded the battery for a period and was a professor of Paleontology and Geology at Harvard, and State Geologist of Kentucky. Tour led by Don Miller. 2 - 4:45 PM Dinsmore Homestead Located in western Boone County, Kentucky, the Dinsmore Homestead is a well -preserved educational museum dating to the early 1840’s which was a site of both enslavement and freedom seeking activities. Freedom seeker, Isaac Sanders, an enslaved man held by John Dinsmore, escaped the farm in 1853-1854 and was captured and returned by Perry McNeeley, a local patroller. Nancy Mcgruder was enslaved on the farm and gained freedom in September 1865. The original, well-maintained outbuildings on the Dinsmore farm were mainly utilized by the enslaved African Americans, day laborers and tenants who lived and worked on the property. The National Register of Historic Places site is managed by the Dinsmore Homestead Foundation, the nonprofit organization founded in 1988 to preserve and protect this unique Boone County property. Tour led by Bridget Striker and Joseph McGill. Friday | May 16, 2025 9 - 11:45 AM Covington Academy of Heritage Trades The Covington Academy of Heritage Trades is a partnership between Enzweiler Building Institute and the City of Covington, aimed at creating a skilled workforce for heritage trades. Students work side-by-side with skilled craftspeople who have dedicated their careers to mastering their trade. Through hands-on application in real properties, students gain practical experience that can translate into meaningful careers in the field of historic restoration. Tour led by Kaitlin Bryan. Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Tour: In this off-site tour, we will get a first-hand look at projects in the Northern Kentucky area that have used, or are in the process of using, the Rehabilitation Tax Credit program. We will meet with a few owners and developers to hear about challenges, solutions, and experiences they had while investing in historic properties and pursuing the Tax Credit process. Tour led by Katie Wilborn. A special thank you to the Boone County Historic Preservation Review Board for sponsoring & coordinating the off site tours and transportation.

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11 Speaker Bios Joseph McGill, Jr. is the founder of the Slave Dwelling Project in Charleston, SC. By arranging for people to sleep in extant slave dwellings, the Slave Dwelling Project has brought much needed attention to these often-neglected structures that are vitally important to the American built environment. Mr. McGill has conducted over 250 overnights in approximately 150 different sites in 25 states and the District of Columbia. He has interacted with the descendants of both the enslaved communities and of the enslavers associated with antebellum historic sites. He speaks with school children and college students, with historical societies, community groups, and members of the public. Since 2016, Mr. McGill expanded the Slave Dwelling Project to offer a program of living history called “Inalienable Rights: Living History Through the Eyes of the Enslaved.” The Project has conducted 7 conferences since 2013. Mr. McGill is a Civil War Reenactor who participates in living history presentations, and lectures. Mr. McGill holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Professional English from South Carolina State University, Orangeburg, South Carolina.He is married to the former Vilarin Mozee, and they have one daughter, Jocelyn Mozee McGill. Holly Wiedemann, founding principal AU Associates, Inc., earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Duke University and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Design and Land Use Planning from the University of Georgia. She has been responsible for a wide range of projects throughout her career. She has specifically worked in the renovation, creation, adaptive reuse, and development of affordable housing since 1986. She serves on multiple boards including Lexington Center/Rupp Arena Board, the Cleveland Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank, National Housing and Rehabilitation Association, the Triangle Foundation and Fayette Alliance. Charles Cash: Charles, FAIA is an architect and city planner active in Louisville and the region for over 40 years, serving under five Mayors and focusing on preservation, urban design, and planning. As architect to the Landmarks Commission, he provided design assistance to over 2,000 renovation projects in the City’s historic districts. Since 2010 he has led Urban 1, LLC, a design, planning, and preservation consulting firm, and has served as chairman of both Preservation Louisville and Vital Sites, the Louisville Preservation Fund. • Ellis Codd: Ellis is an archaeologist from New Hampshire and received his master’s degrees from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He previously worked in Cultural Resource Management (CRM) as a field technician for Tennessee Valley Archaeological Research (TVAR) and as archaeological technician for the US Forest Service in North Dakota and Oregon. Ellis joined the Kentucky Heritage Council Site Protection department in 2023. • Lauren J. Cohen: Lauren is the Associate Director of Government Relations at the National Trust for Historic Preservation, where she leads dynamic federal advocacy campaigns aimed at protecting vital preservation funds, including the Historic Preservation Fund, and champions key policies for safeguarding our nation’s diverse heritage. Lauren builds strategic relationships and works closely with Congressional leaders to ensure the longterm success of historic preservation efforts across the country. Lauren has spent years honing her expertise in government relations for nonprofit organizations and as a Congressional staffer in the U.S. House of Representatives. • Jonathan Coleman, PhD: Jonathan serves as the Executive Director of the Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation. He was the James Still Fellow at the University of Kentucky, earning his doctorate in history Keynote Speakers Session Speakers • Kaitlin Bryan: Kaitlin currently serves as the Regulatory Services Manager and Historic Preservation Officer at the City of Covington. She obtained a Certificate in Preservation Studies from Tulane University and BA in Architecture from the University of Kentucky. Prior to her tenure with the City of Covington, Kaitlin served with AmeriCorps building houses and coordinating the home repair program at Evergreen Habitat for Humanity. •

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in 2014. Before leading the Blue Grass Trust team, Jonathan was the Curator and Assistant Director for the Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington, Kentucky. A passionate public historian, Jonathan has shared the benefits and possibilities of diverse local histories and preservation through numerous articles, talks and lectures. • Aaron Comstock, PhD: Aaron is an Assistant Professor at the University of Louisville’s Department of Anthropology. • Cynthia Elmore: With 25 years in the cultural historic field, Cynthia is a Senior Architectural Historian with HMB Professional Engineers. Cynthia has prior experience working at the Kentucky Heritage Council preparing historic context reports. She also was a self-employed Historic Preservation Consultant, where she wrote National Register nominations and historic tax credit applications. Additionally, Cynthia also worked for Louisville Metro Government for 15 years, first as an Historic Preservation Specialist, and then as the Metro Historic Preservation Officer. Prior to joining HMB in April 2025, Cynthia worked with FEMA’s Office of Environmental and Historic Preservation for 3 years. Most recently she was a Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist with FEMA Region 5 based in Chicago, Illinois deploying to disasters in the Great Lakes states. Cynthia has a Bachelor of Architecture degree and a master’s degree in Historic Preservation from the University of Kentucky. Raised in Lexington, Cynthia now lives in Louisville where she loves spending time with her husband and her two pups. Mark Letenzi: Mark is the principal of Mitchell Park Companies, an urban-infill tax credit development and advisory firm based in Washington, DC. Mark’s background includes being a historic preservation owner-developer and consultant to developers of tax credit-advantaged property totaling over $800,000,000 in project costs, as well as leading the syndication of over $80,000,000 in historic, renewable, and affordable housing tax credits across the US. 12 • Sioux Finney: Sioux Finney is a founding board member of the Friends of Huntertown Community Interpretive Park. A retired public-school teacher, the Huntertown project began in partnership with her ninth grade Social Studies students at Woodford County High School. • Jim Guthrie: Jim is the principal architect and owner of Hub+Weber Architects, and architecture, design, and master planning firm headquartered in Covington, KY. Jim received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Cincinnati and is a registered Architect in Ohio, Kentucky, Connecticut, and Florida. • Kelly Humrichouser: As the Director of Government Relations, As the Director of Government Relations Kelly leads Main Street America (MSA) work to uplift the role of Main Street organizations to policy and decision makers. She works alongside MSA’s state, city and county Coordinating Programs in defending and growing their programs and supports MSA’s great network of Main Street programs in pushing for federal support for Main Streets. – taken from MSA website • Patti Hutchins: Patti joined the Kentucky Heritage Council in February of 2022 as an Archaeology Review Coordinator. Before that, she worked as an archaeology consultant for 14 years, and then for the West Virginia Depart of Arts, Culture and History as an Archaeologist-Section 106 Reviewer. Patti has degrees in anthropology and history and has worked on a large variety of projects in about 20 states and U.S. territories. • Felicia Jamison, PhD: Felicia is an Assistant Professor at the University of Louisville’s Department of History and Department of Comparative Humanities. • Contributor: L. RaShae Jennings: RaShae received her MA with a Historic Preservation track through the Folk Studies Program at Western Kentucky University in 2011. She is currently the Historic Preservation Coordinator at the Kentucky Heritage Council which also serves as the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The main focus of her work is completing projects that involve section 106 review. She loves spending time with her pets, gardening, and painting in her spare time. • Nicole Konkol: Nicole has 25 years of experience in archaeology and Section 106 compliance. Her background includes work in the academic, private, and public sectors. She has been an employee of the Kentucky Heritage Council since 2017. • Susan Lankford-Thompson: Susan began her professional career at Ball State University after receiving a Master of Science in Historic Preservation. As the Director of the Center for Historic Preservation, she led teams of students who completed preservation planning projects for towns, museums, and non-profit organizations across the Midwest. She also taught in Ball State’s Department of Architecture for over a decade. Her courses ranged from documentation (surveys, research, National Register nominations, etc.) to material conservation and technology, preservation law and planning policies, and special electives like Mid-Century Modern Architecture. Most recently, Susan has been practicing as an architectural historian, writer, and photographer and owns ROAM Consultants, a small firm Speaker Bios

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13 in Virginia. In her free time, she enjoys songwriting and traveling in her tiny camper. • Mark Letenzi: Mark is the principal of Mitchell Park Companies, an urban-infill tax credit development and advisory firm based in Washington, DC. Mark’s background includes being a historic preservation owner-developer and consultant to developers of tax credit-advantaged property totaling over $800,000,000 in project costs, as well as leading the syndication of over $80,000,000 in historic, renewable, and affordable housing tax credits across the US. • Barbara Manley Calloway (Coordinator, La Grange Historic Districts Commission): Barbara is a native of La Grange and is currently the Coordinator/Staff for the La Grange Historic Districts Commission. She has served on both the La Grange Main Street Program as a board member as well as the executive director (2005-2018) and the Historic Districts Commission as a commissioner and as chair (2010-2018). She has served the commission as the Coordinator/Staff for the past 2 years. During those years, she also headed up the Main Street program’s Spirits of La Grange Ghost Tours, where she did much historical research, and over the years led hundreds of people through town telling the colorful history, as well as talking about the architecture and about the historic places that have been lost over time. Proceeds from the Ghost Tours went toward facade grants for the historic property owners in La Grange. In 2018 she retired, turned her business over to her daughter, got married and moved to Middletown, Ky. She thought she was retired and would pursue the lifestyle of a professional harmonica player as a music duo with her husband, but life seemed to have additional plans…In January 2020, she learned the county government planned to vote to tear down the Oldham County Courthouse, and when no one stepped up, she headed the fight to save it. She worked for two and a half years researching the history of the courthouse and working with a team to take on Oldham County Fiscal Court as well as the Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts. In 2023, Barbara was asked by the Historic Districts Commission to work part-time as their staff. • Kathryn E. Marklein, PhD: Kathryn is an Assistant Professor at the University of Louisville’s Department of Anthropology. • Don Miller: Don has been a professional archaeologist for over 35 years. A native of Wayne County, Kentucky, his professional experience includes all aspects of cultural resource management specializing in fieldwork and artifact analysis from regions throughout the United States. Most recently he has undertaken an update of site forms and reexamination of the Civil War Batteries in Northern Kentucky. He received his BA and MA from Northern Kentucky and is an adjunct professor at that institution. • Dr. Philip B. Mink (UK, OSA): Dr. Philip B. Mink is the Director of the William S. Webb Museum of Anthropology and the Office of State Archaeology at the University of Kentucky. With over two decades of experience in archaeological research, GIS applications, and geophysical prospection, Dr. Mink specializes in spatial analysis, cultural resource management, and the intersection of human-environment interactions. His extensive work includes investigations across the Southeast and Southwest United States, focusing on Indigenous settlement patterns, resilience, and heritage preservation. Dr. Mink actively engages in public archaeology, education, and historic preservation initiatives, ensuring the accessibility and stewardship of Kentucky’s rich archaeological heritage. • Max Monahan: Max is the Senior Director of Single-Family Housing at New Directions Housing Corporation. Since 1971, New Directions has been helping families overcome obstacles to affordable, safe, sustainable housing in Louisville and Southern Indiana. Throughout housing, home-repair, and real estate development programs, we help build and strengthen communities, improve lives, and ensure a bright future for those in need. • Seth Payton, Ph.D.: Dr. Payton is a research associate for the Center for Business and Economic Research at Ball State University. He has more than 25 years experience in public policy research; his work has been published in journals such as Public Finance Review, State and Local Government Review, Social Science Research, the Journal of Urban Affairs, the Journal of Regional Analysis and Policy, and Energy Policy. • Chris Poynter: Chris has a passion for historic properties in his hometown of Paris, Kentucky. He has his family have renovated six historic properties along and near Main Street. Their current project is a 19-room boutique hotel, opening in Spring 2026, called Hotel Thoroughbred. • Nick Rabold: Nick is an attorney and seventh-generation resident of Bowling Green, Kentucky. Rabold has served as President of the Landmark Trust of Bowling Green and Warren County since 2022. Before that, he Speaker Bios

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spent nearly a decade in the Lexington area, where he was active in historic preservation and conservation circles. Rabold is a leader of the historic preservation advocacy in South Central Kentucky, being an owner of three historic properties, two of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the oldest residence and garden in Warren County- Kinlock and Rabold House, respectively; as well as the first movie theater in Kentucky, the Princess Theater. Rabold previously served as the President of the Friends of Riverview at Hobson Grove and is actively working to preserve Fort C.F. Smith along with other Warren County landmarks. • Heath Seymour: Heath is the Director of Vital Sites, which focuses on supporting individuals and saving historic properties in Louisville. This can include financing from our revolving fund, and direct purchase of properties, such as lots for future infill, or restoration of historic structures. Vital Sites also provides guidance to owners of historic properties on a number of topics, including Rehabilitation Tax Credits, and are working to help preserve Louisville heritage in a number of ways. 14 • Jay Stottman: Jay is the assistant director of the Kentucky Archaeological Survey at Western Kentucky University. His focus in archaeology is on the historic period and public outreach and engagement. He has a particular interest in plantation outbuildings and urban sites, having worked on excavations throughout Kentucky, including at Ashland, Farmington, Locust Grove, and Oxmoor historic sites and in the Portland Neighborhood. He and his colleagues at KAS have developed numerous public programs and archaeology education materials, including the Building Blocks of History field trip program at Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing for the last 30 years. He served on the Jefferson County Landmarks Commission and later the Metro Louisville Landmarks Commission for nearly 20 years. He also has been the Kentucky Army National Guard’s cultural resources manager for the last six years. Jay holds a BA in Anthropology from the University of Louisville, and an MA and PhD in Anthropology from the University of Kentucky. • Bridget Striker: Bridget is an accomplished preservationist with extensive experience in historic preservation, community development, and cultural heritage. Currently, she serves as the Preservation Planner and Historic Preservation Officer for the Boone County Planning Commission, where she collaborates closely with the Kentucky Heritage Council and Boone County preservation organizations. Bridget has a deep background in public history, having directed the Boone County Archive and History Center and coordinated Local history initiatives for Boone County Public Library for two decades. Her expertise includes data analytics and the integration of digital tools in public history projects. As a published author and sought-after speaker, she has contributed to academic and public platforms, covering topics form the Underground Railroad in Boone County to African American heritage. Bridget’s leadership is recognized by multiple awards, such as the 2021 “Movers & Shakers: Innovators” award by Library Journal and the 2018 Community Empowerment Award by the NAACP, underscoring her role as transformative leaders in historical preservation and community engagement. • Kim Trent: Kim is the executive director of the National Preservation Partners Network (NPPN) and has spent almost three decades creating solutions for utilizing historic resources to meet community needs. Through her work with NPPN and Know Heritage; her mentoring of preservationists and organizations across the country; and serving on the Board of Trustees of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Kim has gained the reputation for being a problem solver, relationship builder, and savvy advocate for preservation-based community and economic development. She served for 15 years as the executive director of Know Heritage, the non-profit historic preservation organization for the 16-county region encompassing Knoxville, Tennessee. She brings a diverse background to her current role, including experience in journalism, community organizing, community development banking, public relations, and non-profit management. She has worked in historic preservation professionally and as a community volunteer and advocate at the local, state, and national level for more than 25 years and is a proponent of preservation-based community and economic development. She is a native of Mobile, Alabama, and a graduate of the University of Alabama. • Katie Wilborn: Katie is a certified Preservation Planner who joined the Kentucky Heritage Council in 2022. She is the Site Development Program Administrator, overseeing the Rehabilitation Tax Credit program and the agency’s portfolio of Preservation Easements. Prior to the Heritage Council, Katie worked for the City of San Francisco, CA as a Preservation Planner, where she wrote Historic Resource Evaluations for CEQA, conducted regulatory and design review for Certificates of Appropriateness, and acted as the agency’s Legacy Business Liaison with the Office of Small Business. A Louisville native, Katie holds an undergraduate from Murray State University and a graduate degree from the University of Kentucky. Speaker Bios

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