The Preservation of Cast Iron Construction
Event Information
Description
Landmark Lectures
The General Society Landmark Lectures are presented in partnership with the New York Landmarks Conservancy
Christopher P. Pinto, Associate Principal, Thornton Tomasetti,
The Preservation of Cast Iron Construction
Christopher Pinto, Associate Principal, Thornton Tomasetti, has considerable experience in structural analysis and design with a specialization in investigative projects and the restoration of historic structures. His notable projects include the recently completed rehabilitation of the cast iron dome of the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. At his lecture, he will discuss cast iron detailing and construction with an emphasis on methods of repair, including a discussion of repair detailing at the Capitol Dome and at the Harlem Fire Watchtower.
The Lectures start at 6:30 pm in The General Society Library, 20 West 44th Street, New York City. Reception to follow.
Advance registration is required. $15 General admission; $10 General Society members, NY Landmarks Conservancy Members & Senior Citizens; $5 Students.
1.0 AIA LU credit is available for qualifying participants.
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council.
Organizer The General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen
Organizer of The Preservation of Cast Iron Construction
The General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen of the City of New York was founded in 1785 by the skilled craftsmen of the City. Today, this 235-year old organization continues to serve and improve the quality of life of the people of the City of New York through its educational, philanthropic and cultural programs including its tuition-free Mechanics Institute, John M. Mossman Lock Museum, The General Society Library, and its nearly two century-old Lecture Series.
