Events

Timeless Design for Houses: Talk #6

Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Place: Naper Boulevard Library Program Room
2035 S Naper Blvd
Naperville, IL 60565
Cost: $10 non-members,
members free (use new member promo code!)
Registration Link — space limited to 40 people

Naperville’s Historic District is a wonderful place to explore some of America’s most beloved architectural styles including Greek Revival, Italianate, Victorian, Colonial Revival, Prairie, and Craftsman.

Wouldn’t it be great if there was an informational and entertaining way to explore those houses in pictures then in person? Well, you guessed it…there is!

Please join Naperville Preservation Inc.’s Tom Ryan as he continues his ten part series Commandments of Timeless Design for Houses of Any Age with "Commandment #6, Know What Roof Types to Use…and Not Overuse". He’ll begin 2026 with a new street by street focus of our beloved Historic District. First up, the houses along Center and Ellsworth Streets!

No worries if you don’t live in a historic house or neighborhood…think of these details as basic architectural principles capable of enhancing any house.  Most of the time-honored architectural details we know and love are nothing more than thoughtfully designed practical solutions to common problems…like supporting heavy materials or keeping out the rain.

As a follow up to the Talk, we’ll "Walk the Talk" (short walking tour) the following Saturday morning, March 7th to see the houses and details that make this neighborhood so special to our community.

P.S. Don't forget to renew your membership . If you are not a member, please consider joining.