Octagonal Schoolhouse Maintenance

Dateline: June 12, 2024 - Jeff Bigelow has completed final touches on the Octagonal Schoolhouse. Painting of the read shed (with minor carpentry corrections for the door) as well as painting of the front porch (thanks to all the volunteers two years ago who helped prepare these areas for painting). We are aware of future work that needs to be done on the fascia cornice. Look for updates on that work next year.

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Window sash glazing and restoration performed by Linear Studios (Kevin Boyle) - February 2024

Project outcome: Repainting and minor carpentry repair of the Octagonal Schoolhouse Porch and storage shed behind the building. Additional work is being performed by local historic preservation expert Kevin Boyle to repair the building’s window sashes, which have deteriorated over the past several decades. Additionally, improvements to the window glazing will also be performed to enhance the integrity of the windows panes.

Cost: ~$3,500.00

Timeline: Fall 2022/Spring 2023/Winter 2024

Funding Sources: Essex County Economic Development funds as the Octagonal Schoolhouse is a tourism destination.