Ardis Wood is a long-time member of Scenic America’s board of directors and president and founder of its Scenic Chatham (Georgia) affiliate. Her concerns for the visual environment go beyond billboards and unsightly signage, diving deeply into historic preservation–an area of particular interest in Savannah. Ardis received Historic Savannah Foundation’s 2015 Lee & Emma Adler Award for Advocacy.

Scenic America is the only national nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the visual character of America. Based in Washington, D.C., the group carries out its mission with the help of 41 state and local affiliates spread throughout the country.

The lecture will take place at HSF headquarters at 321 E. York Street. We will gather to socialize and enjoy a glass of wine at 5:30 p.m, and the discussion will start at 6:00 p.m. The event is open to the public; however, space is limited so reservations are required. Attendance is free for HSF members and $15 for non-members. Both members and non-members may RSVP for this event by emailing Kimberly Newbold at knewbold@myhsf.org or calling 912-483-7294.