Lawrence Kreisman: The Arts & Crafts Movement in the PNW
Channel: Historic Tacoma
Date: 2020-09-20

Virtual Heritage Cafe: Broadening Horizons in Historic Preservation, presented by the City of Tacoma Historic Preservation Office, co-sponsored by Tacoma Historical Society and Historic Tacoma.

The Arts & Crafts Movement in the PNW -- Lawrence Kreisman shares the rich history of the Arts and Crafts movement in Washington and Oregon.

Driven by the need to simplify our lives and surroundings during the fast-moving industrial and commercial growth period at the turn of the 20th century, a design celebration of grace, simplicity and comfort was born in the Arts and Crafts movement. From homes to jewelry, this influence is found in objects both public and private. Local artisans in the Pacific Northwest contributed to this rich heritage making furniture, metalwork, ceramics, and stained glass to fill Bungalow, Craftsman, and Mission style residences throughout the Pacific Northwest. 

Lawrence Kreisman co-founded and directed the Seattle Architecture Foundation tour program from 1990-2003. He served as Program Director of Historic Seattle for 20 years, developing tours, lectures, and special events, including a long-running Bungalow Fair and Arts and Crafts lecture series. He is the author of many articles and books on regional architecture and preservation. This lecture is based upon his 2007 publication, co-authored with Glenn Mason. Their exhibition, organized by the Museum of History & Industry in 2009, traveled to Tacoma, Spokane, and Bellingham for two years. 

This program is also supported by Tacoma Creates, Humanities Washington and the National Endowment for the Humanities as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act economic stabilization plan of 2020.

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