--- title: CENTRAL ILLINOIS MASONRY DAY description: Join IMI for the half-day in-person hands-on Masonry Workshop at the Bricklayers Local 8 Traning Center on May 7, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. CT. --- [![IMI_logo_primary_forweb_ret_400](https://info.imiweb.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IMI_logo_primary_forweb_ret_400.png?width=174&height=34&name=IMI_logo_primary_forweb_ret_400.png)](https://www.imiweb.org/) - BUILDING SOLUTIONS - SOLUTIONS - [New Construction](https://www.imiweb.org/new-construction/) - [Restoration](https://www.imiweb.org/restoration/) - NEW CONSTRUCTION ASSEMBLIES - [Brick](https://www.imiweb.org/new-brick-construction/) - [Concrete](https://www.imiweb.org/new-concrete-construction/) - [Concrete Masonry Units](https://www.imiweb.org/new-concrete-masonry-construction/) - [Plaster, Stucco, & EIFS](https://www.imiweb.org/new-plaster-stucco-eifs-construction/) - [Rainscreen](https://www.imiweb.org/new-rainscreen-construction/) - [Stone](https://www.imiweb.org/new-stone-construction/) - [Terrazzo](https://www.imiweb.org/new-terrazzo-construction/) - [Tile](https://www.imiweb.org/new-tile-construction/) - RESTORATION ASSEMBLIES - [Brick](https://www.imiweb.org/brick-restoration/) - [Concrete](https://www.imiweb.org/concrete-restoration/) - [Plaster](https://www.imiweb.org/plaster-restoration/) - [Stucco](https://www.imiweb.org/stucco-restoration/) - [Stone](https://www.imiweb.org/stone-restoration/) - [Terra Cotta](https://www.imiweb.org/terra-cotta-restoration/) - [Terrazzo](https://www.imiweb.org/terrazzo-restoration/) - [Tile](https://www.imiweb.org/tile-restoration/) - SEGMENTS - [Cultural and Civic](https://www.imiweb.org/cultural-civic/) - [Higher Education](https://www.imiweb.org/higher-education/) - [Multifamily Residential](https://www.imiweb.org/multifamily-residential/) - [Healthcare](https://www.imiweb.org/healthcare/) - [K-12 Education](https://www.imiweb.org/k-12-education/) - [Retail and Hospitality](https://www.imiweb.org/retail-and-hospitality/) - SERVICES & TECHNICAL RESOURCES - SERVICES - [Architect, Engineer, & Designer Services](https://www.imiweb.org/designer-services/) - [Contractor Services](https://www.imiweb.org/contractor-services/) - [Specification Services](https://www.imiweb.org/specification-language/) - RESOURCES & TOOLS - [Detailing Series](https://www.imiweb.org/detailing-series/) - [Software & Design Aids](https://www.imiweb.org/software-and-design-aids/) - EDUCATION & TRAINING - EDUCATION FOR AEC PROFESSIONALS - [A/E Webinars & Education](https://www.imiweb.org/ae-education/) - [Contractor Webinars & Education](https://www.imiweb.org/contractor-education/) - TRAINING FOR CRAFTWORKERS - [About IMTEF](https://imtef.org/) - [Become an Apprentice](https://imtef.org/careers/) - [Find a Local Training Center](https://imtef.org/imtef-training-directory/) - [Health & Safety Training](https://imtef.org/safety-health/) - [International Training Center](https://imtef.org/national-training-center/) - INSTALLER CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS - [Adhered Masonry Veneer Program](https://www.imiweb.org/adhered-masonry-veneer-program/) - [Advanced Certifications in Tile](https://www.imiweb.org/advanced-certifications-in-tile/) - [Flashing Upgrade Training Program](https://www.imiweb.org/flashing-upgrade/) - [Grouting and Reinforcing Training](https://www.imiweb.org/grouting-reinforcing-training/) - [Historic Masonry Preservation Certificate Program](https://www.imiweb.org/historic-masonry-preservation-certificate/) - [Rainscreen Certificate Program](https://www.imiweb.org/rainscreen-certificate-program/) - [Supervisor Certification Program](https://www.imiweb.org/supervisor-certification-program/) - [Terra Cotta Installation and Repair Program](https://www.imiweb.org/terra_cotta_installation_and_repair_program/) - ABOUT IMI - ABOUT IMI - [About IMI](https://www.imiweb.org/about/) - [Team IMI](https://www.imiweb.org/team-imi/) - [News](https://info.imiweb.org/blog) - [Contact IMI](https://www.imiweb.org/contact/) - PROGRAMS & AWARDS - [BAC/IMI International Apprentice Contest](https://imtef.org/iac/) - [JBC Masonry Innovation Competition](https://www.imiweb.org/jbcaward/) - [Masonry Camp](https://www.imiweb.org/imi-masonry-camp/) - [CONTACT](https://www.imiweb.org/imicontact/) - ![](https://imiweb.org/wp-content/uploads/icn-search-nav.png) # IN-PERSON HANDS-ON WORKSHOP ## CENTRAL ILLINOIS MASONRY DAY ### Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. CT 3 LU/HSW Join us for a program presented by the International Masonry Institute (IMI), hosted by the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC) Local 8 Illinois, and co-sponsored by the Central Illinois Mason Contractors Association (CIMCA) and AIA Illinois. We’ll explore the enduring value of masonry materials—such as brick, block, stone, terra cotta, tile, and terrazzo—highlighting their historical and architectural significance, as well as their innovative use in contemporary designs. Learn about masonry assembly details, designing for performance and constructability, and the sustainability benefits of these materials in creating durable, adaptable buildings. Gain valuable insights from a mason’s perspective on common issues that increase the cost of masonry projects, constructability problems, rarely mentioned field practices, and more. Following the educational lectures, join our skilled, trained masonry instructors for a hands-on building experience. Registration for the event is free and lunch is provided. This program is ideal for architects, engineers, general contractors, construction managers, developers, mason contractors, and other design and construction professionals. ![Illinois State Fairgrounds Coliseum](https://info.imiweb.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Illinois%20State%20Fairgrounds%20Coliseum.jpg?width=1079&height=439&name=Illinois%20State%20Fairgrounds%20Coliseum.jpg)    Agenda 10:30-11 a.m. | Check-in 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Seminar #1: Materiality of Masonry 12-1 p.m. | Hands-on Demonstrations 1-2 p.m. | Seminar #2: Masonry from a Mason’s Perspective ### Where Bricklayers Local 8 Training Center 4005 W. Jackson Street Morton, Illinois (behind Dealers Collision Repair) ### Dress Business casual attire, comfortable clothing, and non-slip, closed-toed shoes (no heels). Personal protective equipment and apparel (e.g., goggles, gloves, etc.) will be provided. ### Speakers ![Scott Conwell-2](https://info.imiweb.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Scott%20Conwell-2.jpg?width=147&height=148&name=Scott%20Conwell-2.jpg)Scott Conwell, FAIA, FCSI, CDT, LEED AP Director Of Industry Development And Technical Services, IMI     ![Joe Alberts-1](https://info.imiweb.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Joe%20Alberts-1.jpg?width=147&height=145&name=Joe%20Alberts-1.jpg)Joe Alberts Director Of Industry Development and Technical Services, IMI   ### Sponsors ![cimca logo1](https://info.imiweb.org/hs-fs/hubfs/cimca%20logo1.jpg?width=77&height=125&name=cimca%20logo1.jpg)   ![AIA Illinois](https://info.imiweb.org/hs-fs/hubfs/AIA%20Illinois.png?width=173&height=67&name=AIA%20Illinois.png) ### Questions For questions or more information, contact Scott Conwell at [sconwell@imiweb.org](mailto:sconwell@imiweb.org). ### Register: #### ![logo-ftr-1](https://info.imiweb.org/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-ftr-1.png?width=200&height=41&name=logo-ftr-1.png) BAC/IMI International Training Center 17101 Science Drive Bowie, MD 20715 [Privacy Policy​](https://imiweb.org/imi-privacy-policy/) | [Contact Us​](https://imiweb.org/contact-imi/) **Related Organizations** [International Masonry Training and Education Foundation](https://imtef.org/) [International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers](https://bacweb.org/) [International Council of Employers of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers](https://www.icebac.org/) [Tile Contractors’ Association of America](https://www.tcaainc.org/) ### Sign up for updates from IMI © International Masonry Institute. 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