As a board member of the Preservation Resource Center (PRC), attorney Henry Opotowsky keeps Steeg Law’s residential real estate clients apprised of the many educational programs and resources that the organization offers homeowners.
Among the programs that the PRC is offering this fall are classes on Navigating the City Planning Commission, Property Research in the City Archives, and Wood Windows Technical Clinic.
Glazing Workshop for Homeowners with NOLA Wood Windows
October 17, 2026, 10:00pam – 12:00pm
NOLA Wood Windows
911 Joliet St.
$90
Working alongside the experts from NOLA Wood Windows, you’ll learn the fundamentals of traditional window glazing, including how to cut glass safely, test for proper fit, back-bed and set glass, and glaze a sash using traditional glazing putty. This class is designed for owners of historic houses to learn skills they can use to maintain their homes.
Reviving the Lost Art of Moving Houses with Writer & Journalist Nicola Twilley
October 20, 2026, 6:30pm — 8:00pm
Zoom
$35
House-moving offers a fascinating—and increasingly relevant—way to think about preservation, sustainability, and the future of our cities. As communities grapple with climate change, extreme weather, housing shortages, and the loss of existing buildings, understanding when and how a building can be moved rather than demolished gives us another tool for imagining what’s possible.
Property Research in the City Archives & Special Collections
October 26, 2026, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Preservation Resource Center
923 Tchoupitoulas St.
Free | Pay what you can
New Orleans is full of historic houses, but uncovering when a property was built, who lived there, and how it changed over time can take some detective work. In this practical introduction to property research, archivist Amanda Fallis of the New Orleans City Archives & Special Collections will introduce the records and resources available to help you piece together the history of a New Orleans property.
Navigating the City Planning Commission
November 4, 2026, 12:00pm — 1:00 pm
November 5, 2026, 1:00pm — 2:00 pm
Zoom
Free | Pay what you can
The Preservation Resource Center partners with the City Planning Commission to offer this free course designed to help property owners understand the CPC, including what services and resources the CPC provides and how to navigate zoning and other CPC applications.
Wood Windows Technical Clinic with NOLA Wood Windows
November 14, 2026, 10:00am – 1:00pm
NOLA Wood Windows
911 Joliet St.
$90
This workshop is an opportunity to receive expert guidance tailored to your specific project. Bring one or two window sashes for evaluation, and the NOLA Wood Windows team will help you assess their condition, identify the most appropriate repair approach, and discuss practical next steps. Along the way, you’ll explore techniques such as safe paint removal, evaluating damaged wood, choosing between epoxy repairs and Dutchman repairs, and using accessible hand tools for common wood repairs.