The Greenwich Historical Society’s annual Landmark Recognition Program reception, which honors distinctive properties that reflect Greenwich’s unique architectural heritage, will host a keynote presentation by Frank J. Prial, Jr., AIA, one of America’s foremost architects in the preservation movement. The reception will be held April 17, at the Greenwich Country Club.
An associate partner with the noted firm of Beyer Blinder Belle Architects, Mr. Prial has contributed to and led many of the firm’s most celebrated projects, most notably Grand Central Terminal for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the Empire State Building lobby for Empire State Realty Trust, The Morgan Library & Museum and the Baltimore Basilica.
Mr. Prial’s keynote, “Fundamentals for Successful Restorations,” will focus largely on the Grand Central Terminal restoration addressing its revitalization and continuing significance as a public space.
In keeping with the tradition established at the onset of the Landmarks Program in 1987, five properties will be presented with a plaque to commemorate their value in preserving Greenwich’s rich architectural heritage. Properties include the Mill in Glenville, a magnificent Round Hill estate originally commissioned by J.P. Morgan for his daughter, a classic Khakum Wood mansion, and two Riverside homes, including a charming stone and brick Tudor and a gracious Victorian.
“It’s an honor to have one of America’s foremost architects in preservation share his insights at our annual event,” says Robin Kencel, chairman of this year’s Landmark Recognition Program. “Mr. Prial’s stewardship and commitment to the preservation of significant historical and cultural landmarks will be an inspiration for maintaining our unique and cherished heritage here in Greenwich.”
The Landmark Recognition Program reception takes place at the Greenwich Country Club, Sunday, April 17 from 4 to 6 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person, $250 for Patron level, $500 for Benefactor level. Advance reservations are required. Reserve at: greenwichhistory.org or call 203-869-6899, ext. 10.
