When one sees a restored building or a building in need of restoration – the quality of tile work is often a key factor in the success.  Little Rock City Hall and the Capital Hotel are two notable examples of restorations which have showcased their historic tiles.  With that in mind, this month’s Quapaw Quarter Association “Preservation Conversation” is on historic tiles.

Bryan Byrd, a ceramic engineer at American Restoration Tile will be giving the presentation.  American Restoration Tile is a custom ceramic tile manufacturing company based here in Little Rock.  It specializes in reproducing the tiles of the past to facilitate restoration of historically significant buildings and residences. We use modern manufacturing technology and decades of ceramic engineering experience to exactly duplicate the sizes and colors of old ceramic tile installations.

Beginning at 5:00, Curran Hall will be open for patrons to enjoy a glass of wine, programs start at 5:30 p.m. and last for one hour.  After the official program concludes, all are invited to keep the conversation going and enjoy a discounted dinner at nearby Copper Grill, 300 East Third Street.

The Quapaw Quarter Association is a non-profit historic preservation advocacy organization whose mission is to promote the preservation of the historic buildings and neighborhoods of Greater Little Rock. Rhea Roberts is the Executive Director.