First Congregational Church Interior Preservation Phase 1
To hire qualified professionals to restore the interior fabric of the First Congregational Church of Minnesota - United Church of Christ, listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
First Congregational Church is architecturally and historically significant as one of Minneapolis’ earliest church congregations and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 15, 1979. Deterioration of historic fabric occurred because of attic structure issues, water penetration from compromised external masonry, and aging. The plaster had deteriorated to varying degrees throughout the sanctuary, including one area of plaster loss by the choir. Places where plaster was missing or compromised have been restored and are now safe for church members and the public. Repairing the plaster helps to maintain this historic structure for future generations to enjoy. While scaffolding was in place, the historic architect will collected ceiling and wall paint samples for future paint analysis to allow historically appropriate color selection.
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$5,982,000 the first year and $7,000,000 the second year are for statewide historic and cultural grants to local, county, regional, or other historical or cultural organizations or for activities to preserve significant historic and cultural resources. Money must be distributed through a competitive grant process. The Minnesota Historical Society must administer the money using established grant mechanisms, with assistance from the advisory committee created under Laws 2009, chapter 172, article 4, section 2, subdivision 4, paragraph (b), item (ii).
Available upon request. Contact, grants@mnhs.org
All targets were achieved. In particular, the historic fabric in our church has been restored. Places where plaster was missing or compromised are now safe for church members and the public. Cracks have been filled and covered increasing the overall longevity and integrity of our historic fabric throughout the church and Pilgrim Hall.
Available upon request, grants@mnhs.org