Historic preservation is difficult under the best of circumstances. During this presentation you will learn how Black Point, the summer home of Chicago beer baron, Conrad Seipp was preserved despite numerous challenges including legal opposition.

Black Point Executive Director, Dave Desimone will also share insight into the amazing architecture was lost around Geneva Lake and why historic preservation can be an asset to any community.  This program includes a virtual tour through the summer cottage, built in 1888.

Dave Desimone is the Director of Black Point Estate and Gardens. Dave holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Youngstown State University and a master’s degree in public history from Kent State University. Desimone has held prior positions with the Ohio Historical Society, Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens and the Cleveland Botanical Garden before moving to Wisconsin in 2013. When Dave isn’t working he enjoys photography and ice cream.

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