Preservation of Settlers Museum Farmhouse, VA
June 21 - June 26
FreeHelp preserve an iconic settlement along the Appalachian Trail!
PROJECT PARTNER: George Washington & Jefferson National Forests
SESSION DATES: May 24-29, May 31 – June 5, June 7-12, June 14-19, and June 21-26
CAPACITY PER SESSION: 7 Volunteers + 1 Kitchen Helper
PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Assignment in progress!
ASSISTANT PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Phillip Enright and Joel Rider!
CREW LEADER: Emily Dietrich!
SCOPE OF WORK:
HistoriCorps is committed to educating and training volunteers in preservation skills, with an overarching mission of inspiring a preservation ethic in all those involved. Learning and working alongside expert HistoriCorps field staff and other volunteers while applying the traditional skills necessary to restore the Settlers Museum Farmhouse, you will assist to:
- Reinforce and restore the upstairs porch of the Farmhouse.
- Repair water damage on the ceiling and walls of the West bedroom to prevent further deterioration of the property.
- Paint siding to refresh appearances and extend the exterior lifespan.
- Address chimney flashing which may include masonry repair.
- Replace cedar roof on the nearby Meat House.
Please note: Tasks vary by day and by week, depending on a variety of factors including: weather, project priorities, previous groups’ work, and more. Though it is likely you will get to learn and practice most or all of the above tasks, it is not guaranteed. The higher percentage of the scope a particular task is, the more likely you will get to practice it.
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