Jobsite Visit: Historic Fort Snelling
Today, our Brick Pre-Apprentices had the opportunity to visit a truly incredible jobsite with Acme Tuckpointing & Restoration at historic Fort Snelling’s Round Tower. Built in the 1820s, the Round Tower has stood for nearly 200 years overlooking the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers as part of the original stone fortification protecting the area.
For many of our students, this was their first chance to witness preservation and restoration work happening in real time. From studying the historic stonework up close to seeing the scale of the scaffolding, access systems, and repair work involved, the visit offered a firsthand look at the type of work PCC craftspeople perform every day to preserve structures that carry generations of history.
As this cohort enters its final week of training, experiences like this help bridge the gap between the training center and the field, giving students a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship, care, and responsibility that restoration work demands.
A huge thank you to ACME for welcoming our students onsite and sharing their knowledge and expertise with the next generation of union craftspeople.