LPA Announces Behind the Stacks: Researching Your Historic Property Event

LPA Members-Only Event at Spencer Research Library

LPA members are invited to visit Spencer Research Library and get a firsthand look at some of the collections and resources available there for historic property research. We'll see early property tax records, neighborhood government collections, and other materials, and learn how these resources can support the process of researching a historic property. The tour will be led by Phil Cunningham, Assistant Librarian and Kansas Collection Curator, and his team.

The goal is simple: give community members the tools and knowledge to start researching the history of their own homes and neighborhoods.

If you've ever wondered what it takes to get a property listed on the local, state, or national register of historic places, this event is a great place to start. We'll tour the facility and walk through what's available, though the event itself won't cover the nomination process step by step. It's about showing you what resources exist and how to access them, so you're equipped when you're ready to dig in.

Details:
🗓️ Saturday, September 19th
🕚 11:00am to 12:30pm
📍 Spencer Research Library, University of Kansas - 1450 Poplar Ln, Lawrence, KS 66045

The morning includes a one hour tour and presentation, followed by Q&A. We'll wrap by 12:30pm since the library closes at 1pm.

This event is limited to 25 LPA members. Tickets are free but required for entry due to the facility's limited capacity.

Not a member yet? You can join for as little as $20 a year, and you'll have the option to sign up when you claim your ticket. 

Parking:
No KU parking permit? Park along Memorial Drive and take the stairs up to the entrance on the south side of the building.

Have a KU parking permit? You can park under the carport, as long as the space isn't marked as a 24 hour reserved spot.

Questions? Reach out to lawrencepreservation@gmail.com.