Monday, March 5, 2007

Berkeley History & Architecture Lecture Series

Begining this month and continuing through the fall is a four-lecture series on "the early history and development of Berkeley, and the styles that contribute to its rich architectural heritage" according to the Berkeley Association of Realtors, who is sponsoring the event.

Thursday March 29th:
Berkeley, Her Land and Her Gift of Early Neighborhoods
An illustrated discussion of the natural landscape before development, and pre-1906 neighborhood culture.
May 31st:
Beyond the Bungalow
July 26th
Arts & Crafts Houses in the East Bay: Why They're More Art than Craft
September 27th
Bungalows: The Ultimate Arts & Crafts Home

The lectures will be held at the Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar St, in Berkeley, and cost $15 for BAR or Hillside Club members, $20 for the general public. Proceeds benefit the association's Youth Arts & Education Fund, which provides grants to local school programs.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

My name is Timmy and this sounds like a lot of fun. I'm going to start my paper route tomorrow so that I can get enough money to go to all of these. When I grow up, I want to be able to give those lectures.

Anonymous said...

Looking forward to the 7/26 and/or 9/27 lectures with you.
Mom