Request for Proposals for former Hotel Monroe

The Louisiana Trust for Historic Preservation is now accepting Request for Proposals for the purchase and development of the former Hotel Monroe, located in Ouachita Parish. This three-story hotel opened in November 1900 and overlooks the beautiful Ouachita River, just one block from the parish courthouse and St. Francis Hospital.  The approximately 25,500 sq. ft. building is eligible for state and federal historic tax credits. 

For more information, please contact Brian Davis.  Deadline for submission is Monday, April 11, 2022.

41st Annual Preservation Conference

Register today to learn and network at the 41st annual Louisiana Preservation Conference this April 21 & 22! This year's conference will take place in Monroe & West Monroe with 9 break-out sessions, 2 local tours, and other educational and networking activities.  

New this year is a free seminar to kick off the conference, open to the public: Building a More Inclusive Historic Preservation Movement presented by Joy and Jo Banner of The Descendants Project.  This will take place on Thursday April 21 from 1-3 PM at the Monroe Civic Center. 

The day will continue with an outdoor celebration during our Awards Ceremony (6-9PM in Alley Park) featuring appetizers, local brews, live music, and networking opportunities among conference attendees, awardees, and local preservationists. 

Friday's Keynote Speaker Luncheon will highlight Poverty Point: Louisiana's UNESCO World Heritage Site, presented by Diana Greenlee.  The Keynote Luncheon will take place on Friday April 22 starting at 11:45 AM.

Tour and learn about the Cooley House throughout the conference including the Friday morning Investors Breakfast, plus a dedicated break out session on Friday.  

Upcoming Deadlines:

• Early Bird Registration Deadline: Monday March 21
• Student Scholarship Application, Monday March 28
• Sponsorship Deadline, Friday April 1 
• Final Registration, Sunday April 17

This event is sponsored by Rick & Donna Richard, Michael & Christie Echols, The Bernard House, Cross Keys Bank, Stonehenge Capital, Rolf Preservation Works, The LeJeune House, and the Louisiana Division of Historic Preservation. 

Better Boards Training Workshop Rescheduled for May 20-21

Do you volunteer or work with a preservation organization in your community? a historical society or museum? Main Street group? or other non-profit?  Learn how to build and improve your organization's capacity and activities by attending this upcoming Better Boards Training Workshop in Baton Rouge on May 20-21. LTHP active members receive 10% discount on registration.

The 1.5 day Better Boards Training Workshop will be lead by Esther Hall and  will show how historic preservation boards and other non-profit organizations how to strengthen their skills and strategies among board members.  This event will be held at Red Stick Social's 4th Floor Hall in Baton Rouge. 

Registration is $75/person and includes Friday lunch and refreshments.  It is recommended that at least 3 members from your organization (staff and/or board members) attend for effective change and impact. Seating is limited so register your team today! 

Introducing Mini-Rambles

Saturday May 7, 2022

Our Rambles have become a popular way to explore new places of the state and learn more out our unique history.  This spring we are introducing "Mini-Rambles." These "Mini-Rambles" will last 2-3 hours and highlight a select number of historic sites in their community.  

Mini-Rambles for Saturday May 7, 2022 (both starting at 10 AM):

• Sacred Spaces of Downtown Baton Rouge / Registration
• Union Parish / Registration 

  

Costs:

• General Admission, $25
• LTHP Active Member Admission, $20
• Student/Teacher Admission, $10 
• Registration deadline is Monday May 2, 2022

These tours do not include a bagged lunch like traditional Rambles, but attendees are encouraged to sticks around to explore more on their own at local shops, restaurants, and even the the Louisiana Mayhaw Festival in Marion. 

If you are interested in sponsoring these Rambles, please contact wprince@lthp.org or 225-930-0936.  Sponsorship includes program advertising and complimentary tickets. 

Curious to learn more about different resources and programs to save and restore historic places?! Join us at one of the remaining regional meetings.  Check out the remaining schedule here to see where and when LTHP and partners will be next. 

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