ATE: Case Studies in Restoration and Loss Prevention (In-Person)

The Conservancy’s Ask the Experts is a free program done in collaboration with the Chestnut Hill Community Association. Ask questions and get solutions through our free community program that addresses a featured topic by a local expert on prevalent issues relating to historic homes and landscape care.

Tuesday, October 29, from 6:30 to 9:00 PM
Presentation from 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Location: Chestnut Hill Hotel, Bombay Room (8229 Germantown Avenue)
Free, but registration is required

Join the Chestnut Hill Conservancy for Ask the Experts "Case Studies in Restoration and Loss Prevention" with Senior Risk Consultant and Historic Home Specialist Kate MacDougall of Chubb Insurance and Shawn Swanson, Director of Project Management of Pinemar Construction.

Kate MacDougall, a Senior Risk Consultant and Historic Home Specialist with Chubb Insurance, has over 20 years of experience in inspecting and insuring high-value and historic homes across the East Coast. With a background in Historic Preservation and Anthropology, Kate has inspected approximately 6,000 homes, including many listed on the National Register of Historic Places. She brings her building conservation and fire protection knowledge to help homeowners protect and preserve their historic properties.

Shawn Swanson, Director of Project Management at Pinemar Construction, brings over 30 years of experience in construction and operations management. He leads his team in working with architects, design professionals, and trade partners to execute historic home renovation projects. Shawn’s creative problem-solving skills and client-focused approach ensure that each project is completed successfully while preserving the home's historical integrity.

During this in-person lecture, Kate and Shawn will discuss real-life examples of historic home renovation projects and insurance claims. They will provide insights into loss prevention, maintenance best practices, and key considerations for insuring your historic home during and after renovations.

This free program is made possible through the generous support of the event sponsor Harth Builders and supporting sponsor Wallace Landscape Associates and the Conservancy’s general and supportive businesses and is done in collaboration with the Chestnut Hill Community Association. For advance question submissions or registration inquiries, please contact Conservancy Programs and Communications Manager Chrissy Clawson at chrissy@chconservancy.org.