“The style is dynamic, almost streamlined.” he added.

The design is part of the reason why it qualified for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. It also qualified because of its association with general aviation in Nebraska and with the late Karl Stefan, a U.S. congressman from Norfolk who was instrumental in obtaining funds for the building. The register is the country’s official list of historic properties and is managed by the National Parks Service.

The building was a hub for airport activity until a few years ago, when Norfolk lost its commuter air service and it was closed.

Now, “many in the Norfolk community are hopeful that we will be able to put the building back into good use,” Amundson said.

But preserving the terminal building isn’t the only goal of “Preserve Norfolk.”

In fact, the organization hopes to encourage the preservation of all of Norfolk’s historic properties, including public and commercial buildings, houses, parks, statues, neighborhoods and other landmarks.

In his presentation, Puschendorf will explain how historic preservation can play a role in economic development, tourism and neighborhood revitalization. Included will be a discussion about tax incentives available for people who revitalize historic properties.

Participants will also have the opportunity to tour Grace Community Church and learn how a “new” church came to call an “old” building home, Amundson said.

Amundson, a Norfolk native, operates his business, “Nebraska Life Magazine” out of a historic building on Norfolk Avenue.

Kimble serves on the board of directors of the Elkhorn Valley Historical Society. She and her husband, Lowell, own a number of historic properties.
 
Lauver is renovating the former Capri Motel into an office for his architectural firm, Leon K. Lauver and Associates; and Atwood is a consultant for Lauver.