Cynthia Sigler and Alex Athenson discuss preserving historic places, disaster impacts on neighborhoods, and strategies for rebuilding resilient communities.
Craig Bergmann and Russell Buvala presented The Art of Fine Gardening, showcasing four decades of landscape design that unites architecture and horticulture. Featuring twenty North Shore gardens—including the historic Gardens at 900—the book blends stunning photography, personal stories, and practical guidance for gardeners and design enthusiasts alike.
LFPF presents a 90th anniversary program celebrating Lake Forest High School with architectural historian Paul Bergmann. The talk explores Stanley Anderson’s 1935 design and the school’s lasting role in the community, launching a yearlong celebration of LFHS’s history, impact, and future.
If you missed September 17’s program, this video features Professor Steven W. Semes discussing how historic communities can grow while preserving their character. Watch the Q&A at 57:30 for insights into local issues.
The Lake Forest Preservation Foundation marks the 100th anniversary of Stanley Anderson’s firm with a recorded presentation by Paul Bergmann at Gorton Center, exploring Anderson’s architectural legacy through Deerpath Hill Estates and its distinctive historic styles.
LFPF’s 2025 Preservation Awards honored outstanding stewardship across Preservation, Rehabilitation, and Infill. Remarks from Brian Norton and Art Miller underscored preservation as an investment in the future. The annual program celebrated homeowners and teams whose thoughtful work sustains Lake Forest’s historic visual character and architectural legacy.
In March 2025, the Lake Forest Preservation Foundation’s “What Makes a Winner” program featured Jennifer McGregor’s foundation updates and a panel discussion on Preservation Awards—covering criteria, nominations, and best practices like repairing original windows, using appropriate masonry materials, and ensuring updates stay harmonious with a home’s historic character.
A fascinating new monograph, Charles J. Stick and His Gardens, written by Jeff Poole, shines a spotlight on Stick’s beautiful designs.
LFPF is pleased to partner with the History Center as we welcome Stuart Cohen and Julie Hacker’s insightful free program on theories and strategies for making additions to historic buildings.
The Lake Forest Preservation Foundation presents New Buildings in Old Cities: Advice from a Twentieth-Century Italian Master, Gustavo Giovannoni.