AMERICAN COLLEGE OF THE BUILDING ARTS March 23-29, 2014
“In a time when we are returning to craftsmanship, this college is leading the way� - Jim Strickland, Southern Living Magazine
American college Of The Building Arts
Craft Specializations Architectural Stone Plasterworking Preservation Masonry Carpentry Timberframing Forged Architectural Ironwork
Masters of the Building Arts Festival
The Festival runs the week of March 23, 2014, culminating in a one-day event on March 29, 2014 which is free and open to the public
WHEN:
Saturday, March 29, 2014 10:00 AM – 5:00PM
WHERE: Old Charleston District Jail
WHAT:
10th Annual event featuring demonstrations and lectures by master artisans in the building trades
Masters of the Building Arts Festival
A Celebration of the Extraordinary Skill and Artistry of Master Craftspeople
“ACBA will be Charleston’s gift to America”, Charleston Mayor Joseph Riley
Masters of the Building Arts Festival
The MBA Festival defines the role of the modern artisan and celebrates craftspeople, vital to insuring the future by preserving the past.
Receives local and national publicity Attracts members of the national and international building community Includes interactive demonstrations, lectures and campus tours Highlights critical issues confronting craftspeople as they work to preserve, maintain and innovate our built environment
Charleston, SC
Voted "Top City in the United States" for the second consecutive year and “Top Destination in the World” in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.
Charleston, SC
Home to some of the region’s most renowned historic sites and celebrated cultural events
Offers an unparallel experience, superb beaches, top level golfing, elegant shopping and world class cuisine
Draws over 4 million visitors annually
Festival’s Impact
Advocacy for and understanding of the trades
Student recruitment
Networking with artisans
Festival’s Impact
Showcase ACBA students and graduates Strategic community partnerships Community outreach and education
Festival Activities Include The MBA Festival defines the role of the modern artisan and celebrates craftspeople, vital to insuring the future by preserving the past
Informative and entertaining lectures Hands-on demonstrations Relevant workshops Wide variety of guest artisans & exhibitors There will also be live entertainment, children’s craft projects to spark an early interest in artisan crafts and food to make this a day the entire family will enjoy
Clay Chapman
Master mason and timber framer Clay Chapman believes fine arts is paramount to making significant architecture a reality. Lecture includes a glimpse at the documentary, “Hope for Architecture” which concerns affordable permanence in new construction architecture.
Craig Gentilin & Bill Hussey
Sustainability Lessons - HGTV 2013 Dream Home The 2013 HGTV Dream Home is a model for sustainability with its Platinum LEED. Eco-friendly construction materials and building practices, indoor air quality, energy efficiency, water conservation and geothermal heating and cooling contributed to the home’s certification, but most importantly, was the way the team took a whole house approach which thought globally but acted locally.
Mary May 
The Beauty of the Carved Acanthus Leaf: The history of the acanthus leaf motif in architectural design and decoration will be presented along with a demonstration on carving an acanthus leaf in wood.
MBA Festival–Related Events Craftsmen & Craft Brews
Bubbles & Truffles
2013 Sponsors
Sponsorship Benefits
Bubbles & Truffles reception is hosted in an elegant downtown Charleston home the week of the MBA Festival
Sponsorship Levels The MBA festival held in the heart of Charleston’s historic district where ACBA faculty, students and special guests demonstrate trade skills in the College’s craft specializations
Master Builder Journeyman Artisan Joiner Apprentice Protégé
$2,000 $1,500 $1,000 $750 $500 $250
“The festival helps spread [the] word of the importance of teaching the building arts by celebrating American’s finest craftspeople who work to restore and protect our special places and engage the public, through presentations of artistic excellence.” - Bobbie Greene McCarthy, Director Save America’s Treasures
American College of the Building Arts
21 Magazine Street Charleston, SC 29401 T. 843.577.5245 F. 843.529.6283 www.BuildingArtsCollege.us www.Facebook.com/supportACBA