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Restore Media Announces the Traditional Building Playhouse Raffle to Benefit Three of Philadelphia's Local Charitable Organizations

A skilled team of master tradesmen and carpenters will build a turn-of-the century, cottage-style Playhouse on the exhibit hall floor during the Traditional Building Show, April 28-30, 2005, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The Traditional Building Exhibition and Conference is the largest national event for professionals -- architects, builders, contractors, developers, building owners, preservationists, and urban planners -- who restore and renovate historic buildings and houses or who create new buildings, houses, and neighborhoods in a traditional style. "The Traditional Building Playhouse will be a true demonstration of how new-world materials are being used in old-world construction, and will be a major focal point for this year's show," explains Eric Peterson, Show Director.

Proceeds from the raffle will benefit three of Philadelphia's local charitable organizations: The Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia, The Charter High School for Architecture & Design, and YouthBuild Philadelphia. "We are honored to be involved in a project that can help further the mission of these venerable organizations, whose work is so important to the city of Philadelphia," says Peterson.

Raffle tickets can be purchased online at www.preservationalliance.com, by phone at 215-546-1146 x10; email info@preservationalliance.com; or during the show from The Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia, in booth # 747. The drawing will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2005 at the Traditional Building Show, in the Live Demonstration Area on the exhibit hall floor.

For more information about exhibiting or attending the 2005 Traditional Building Show please visit our website at www.traditionalbuildingshow.com, call 800-982-6247; fax 202-339-0749; or email info@restoremedia.com. The pre-registration deadline is April 14, 2005.

A special thanks to our Playhouse contributing sponsors: Kronenberger & Sons Restoration, Inc Al Bar-Wilmette Platers, Cedar Valley Shingle Company, CopperCraft, Designer Doors, HB &G Building Materials, JELD-WEN, inc., Methods & Materials Building Company, Millwork Unlimited, a division of PPW, RKI/Kaller Roofing, Tague Lumber Building Material Distribution and Timber Knee Wide Plank Flooring.

The Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia actively promotes the appreciation, protection, and revitalization of the Philadelphia region's historic buildings, communities, and landscapes. A nonprofit membership organization, the Alliance leads in setting the agenda for preservation issues of regional importance and advocates strong public preservation policies. www.preservationalliance.com

The Charter High School for Architecture + Design is dedicated to providing a college preparatory education within a supportive community that fosters learning and individual growth through the process of design. CHAD serves motivated students who are interested in and may have aptitude for architecture and other design related areas. www.chadphila.org

The YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School gives young adults who have dropped out of school the opportunity to rebuild their lives as they rebuild Philadelphia's neighborhoods. YouthBuild provides a way for young adults to earn a high school diploma and learn important work skills. www.youthbuildphilly.org

Restore Media, LLC, is dedicated to serving the information needs of the commercial and residential historic restoration, renovation, and new construction industry. The company produces the Traditional Building Exhibition and Conference, and publishes Clem Labine's Traditional Building and Period Homes, Preservation Sourcebook, Old-House Journal, and Old House-Journal's New Old House.

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