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The Toolbelt - Issue 20
In this Issue
- A letter from the President
- Support ACBA this holiday season
- Milwaukee Tools supports school with tool donation
- Meet our new faculty members
- New book on jail to benefit school
- Award-winning architect Bobby McAlpine visits
- Build, Remodel and Landscape Expo January 14-16
- Iron Smelting Demonstration February 4th
- Admissions info and upcoming Open House dates
- Canned food drive supports the Lowcountry Food Bank
A letter from President Broadwater
 Christmas Greetings to the ACBA Family;
The Old Charleston District Jail is quiet with exams over and students having left for the break. There is still lots of work going on here getting the semester closed out and getting prepared for January. Your efforts this past semester have been noteworthy; academics, projects in the shops, the “Red Party,” recruiting new students, and the numerous other ways you all support the College every day have brought great credit to ACBA!
ACBA has forged some important partnerships in the past month. Celebrated architect Bobby McAlpine visited the school and spoke to students about the importance of craftsmanship to his projects and quality construction across the country. On the same day, the CEO of Milwaukee Tools, Joe Galli, visited and made a
commitment to provide new professional power
equipment for ACBA. Several students were here last week as we opened
the tools, marked them, and took pictures. We all owe Milwaukee Tools a
thank you for their wonderful gift in assisting us “educate artisans”
with these top-of-the-line tools.
The College lost a good friend and gentleman last week with the death of Chris Hammond; for those of you who may not have known him, he was on our Board and supported the school right up to the end of his battle with cancer.
My personal wishes are for each of you associated with ACBA to have a wonderful Christmas season and get prepared for 2011 as we take on new programs and challenges as we build something new for America.
Support ACBA this holiday season
 You may have recently received ACBA's holiday card featuring the beautifully crafted eight-sided timber frame structure built in Lake Wedowee, Alabama by our alumni Will Denton and Kyle Dooley. As the year draws to a close, please consider ACBA as you plan your charitable giving.
Click here to make an online donation!
Milwaukee Tools supports school with tool donation
 ACBA is pleased to announce the generous gift of a number of Milwaukee power tools by the CEO of the company, Mr. Joe Galli. On December 3rd, Mr. Galli visited our shops and recognized a need for the best possible tools for our students.
For over 85 years, Milwaukee Electric Tool has led the industry in both durability and performance with the introduction of innovative professional, heavy duty power tools and accessories. With an unwavering commitment to the trades, Milwaukee now leads the industry with the fastest growing Lithium-Ion systems on the market, and continues to introduce products designed to increase productivity and ease of use.
Pictured, you will see ACBA students proudly holding M12™ and M18™ LITHIUM-ION cordless tools as part of this generous donation. The donation also includes legendary SAWZALL® reciprocating saws, HOLE-HAWG® drills, portable band saws, circular saws, driver drills, hammer drills, rotary hammers, grinders, sanders and a line of Test & Measurement and Hand Tools. Accessories include SAWZALL® blades, SWITCHBLADE® self-feed bits, BIG HAWG® hole cutters, THUNDERBOLT® drill bits and SHOCKWAVE Impact Duty™. All of us at ACBA want to give a very special thanks to Mr. Galli and everyone at Milwaukee Electric Tool!
Meet our New Faculty - Richard Giles Guthrie
 We are pleased to give a warm welcome to Richard Guthrie, who came from Virginia to become Professor of Forged Architectural Ironwork. Born in Miami, Guthrie received his degrees from the Marion Institute, Auburn University, and his Journeyman in blacksmithing and whitesmithing from Colonial Williamsburg, VA. Diverse professional experiences allow Guthrie to teach his students about subtle regional differences in architecture. Guthrie's students will acquire today's skills for new construction while pursuing centuries-old traditional building methods.
Meet our New Faculty - Kenneth Nuttle
 New Professor of Carpentry Ken Nuttle is originally from the Philadelphia, PA area. Nuttle brings a wide variety of experience to ACBA. Most recently, he worked as an historic era cabinetmaker and millwork carpenter in Williamsburg, VA. Before he began working in Williamsburg, he crafted period reproduction furniture,operated and worked in architectural mill work, and worked inframing and finish carpentry. He attended the Reformed Episcopal Seminary and Pennsylvania State University where he obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree. He has been married to his wife Beverly since 1981 and has four children named Megan, Paul, Troy, and Camden; and one granddaughter named Addison Page.
A New Book on Jail to Benefit School
There are few buildings that have a more intriguing history than the Old City Jail. Surprisingly, very little has been written about it the 208 year old building. Until now. David Scott did a phenomenal job researching one of Charleston's most fascinating historic structures. This new book is a great resource for Civil War era history, details on the architectural evolution of the Jail, and stories from those who were imprisoned here.
This is the perfect gift for any history lover this holiday season! Proceeds from the book benefit the school directly. Get your copies online now at Bulldog Tours.
Award-winning architect Bobby McAlpine visits
 After a special holiday luncheon catered by Jamie Westendorff, students, faculty and staff enjoyed a talk by architect Bobby McAlpine. Everyone would like to give a special thanks to Lulie and Harrison Wallace who generously sponsored the lunch in honor of the students.
Mr. McAlpine gave a wonderful lecture featuring images and stories from his newest book, The Home Within Us.For more information about his book and to purchase an autographed copy, please click here.
Build, Remodel and Landscape Expo January 14-16
 Taking place at the Charleston Area Convention Center, the Build, Remodel and Landscape Expo has earned a reputation for bringing Charleston area homeowners together with many of the most knowledgeable and experienced remodeling and building experts. ACBA will be there to share valuable knowledge on historic restoration and innovative new construction.
Click here to purchase discounted tickets!
Iron Smelting Demonstration February 4th
 Bloomery smelting is the ancient technique of using a certain type of furnace to extract iron metal from it's natural ore and converting it to pure iron bar. ACBA's ironwork students will demonstrate free-hand forging techniques in collaboration with Stephen Mankowski and Shel Browder of Colonial Williamsburg on February 4th at the Old City Jail. They will make measuring tools and other important carpentry and joinery tools. These fascinating demonstrations will be accompanied by an interpretation of historical tool-making, including their evolution and design. Guests will come away with a deeper appreciation and understanding of the context of the smelting process and the origins of ironworking in America.
2011 Open House Dates: Saturdays 8:30am until 12:30pm January 15/February 19/March 19/April 9
Prospective students are invited to attend an Open House! During the Open House, tour the workshops and classrooms at the College’s Old City Jail Campus in historic downtown Charleston, and enjoy lunch in the Jail courtyard. Advance reservations are required.
For reservations and further information, please contact the Admissions office: 877.283.5245.
ACBA Supports Lowcountry Food Bank
Students, faculty, and staff just finished participating in a food drive for the Lowcountry Food Bank, a vital local organization. Thank you to everyone who contributed The drop-off date was December 17th and our barrel was completely filled!
There are Many Ways to Give
Making a recurring donation online is an easy way to give and ensure that your favorite projects receive ongoing support.
You can quickly create a monthly recurring donation online by clicking on the “Donate Now” button below.
 This feature can also be found on our website:
http://www.buildingartscollege.us/Support/donate.html
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