Lime Slam 2024 - Fort Henry, Kingston

Lime Slam 2024 offers a unique opportunity to delve into the merits and methodologies of traditional hot-mixed lime pointing mortars, renders, and sheltercoats. This event will feature:

• Hands-on demonstrations of hot mixing lime mortar, stone replacements, and lime pointing mortars.
• A presentation by Alex Blades on the ongoing St. Marie Among the Hurons project.
• A presentation by Ken Trischuk (Technical Officer – NRC-Construction) about performance monitoring of hot lime mortars installed on the Papineau Chapel in Montebello Quebec at the 2017 APT Ottawa conference.
• Networking with conservation masons and heritage material consultants.

Your participation will not only enhance your understanding of these traditional techniques but also connect you with a community of professionals passionate about preserving our built heritage.

This event is proudly supported by the Frontenac Heritage Foundation and Parks Canada.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Fort Henry National Historic Site, 1 Fort Henry Drive, Kingston, Canada