Many of Washington’s most treasured historic resources are found along the shores of our coastal communities. From Main Streets to wharves to private homes, these waterfront buildings are icons of Washington’s maritime landscape. Many of these properties, however, are at risk from coastal flooding—and some are already feeling the impacts.

This free webinar series is designed for property owners, stewards, and community leaders who are navigating the complex challenges of preserving historic buildings in the face of rising waters. These sessions will walk you through the process of protecting your historic waterfront buildings, including assessing your flood risks, interpreting and applying National Park Service adaptation guidelines, navigating permits, assembling the right team, and getting renovations completed. With expert speakers, practical tips, and real-world case studies, this series will help you make informed decisions to protect your property and community heritage.

Watch the Webinar Series

Assessing the Risks and Impacts

with Dr. Ian Miller, Coastal Hazard Specialist, Olympic Peninsula, Washington Sea Grant

Picking an Adaptation Plan: Navigating the NPS Guidelines

with Jenny Parker, Program Manager, Heritage Adaptation and Resilience Program & Chief Appeals Officer, Historic Tax Credit Program, National Park Service

Getting the Right Permits

with Jim Thornton, Environmental Permit Coordinator, Governor’s Office of Regulatory Innovation and Assistance

Assembling Your Team and Doing the Work

with a panel of trades and industry experts:
– Ryan Meno, Director of Estimating & Senior Project Manager, RAFN
– Greg Coons, Principal and Technical Director, Swenson Say Faget
– Emily Wheeler, Principal, ARC Architects
– Dan Chandler, retired owner’s representative

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This project is being supported in part by a Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant Program administered by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior.