Below you will find a listing of topics which members of the Blair Historic Preservation Alliance can provide an expert speaker on. Please select a topic you are interested in ----

A guest speaker will present a program lecture on their topic of expertise. Normally there is no charge to the requesting group. Occasionally there may be some expenses to pay for supplies involved in the demonstration. If travel or overnight stay is required, the requesting group should be prepared to take care of such expenses.

For more information on the BHPA Speakers Bureau or to schedule a guest speaker, please contact the----

Topic, Presenter & Summary	Length & Special Needs
Review of the online 1908 Washington County Plat Map Book Presented by Nathan Krämer To celebrate the centennial of the large format atlas of the county, Krämer digital scanned each name, map, illustration and advertisement in the 1908 County plat map.  These materials are gathered into a searchable interactive web site that makes this information meaningful and accessible to a wide audience. The program will present an overview using the interactive map and a few special insights into the plat book materials often overlooked by the casual user.	40-70 minutes Internet Access, projection surface, data projector, (laptop computer provide) Optional:  (2)Two  6'-8' tables against a wall for display of large maps on mat board.
A Fourth of July Souvenir-1890 Presented by Nathan Krämer	15-20 minutes Easel with board or Internet Access, projection surface, data projector, (laptop computer provide)
Blair: A Railroad Town
Lincoln Highway
The Man who Built Blair
Blair Historic Homes
Blair Bridges
Blair's Brick Streets
Railroad Depots of Blair
The Crowell Family
The Keeley Institute
Made in Blair History of early Manufacturing in Blair
The Canning Factory
The Blair Horse Collar Factory
Blair Photography Studios
Timeline of Blair History Suitable for grade school introduction to Blair History.
School Buildings in Blair