Tower Historic Fire Hall Preservation - Stabilization Phase 1
To hire qualified professionals to repair original windows and doors in the Tower Fire Hall, listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
$4,500,000 the first year and $6,500,000 the second year are for history programs and projects operated or conducted by or through local, county, regional, or other historical or cultural organizations or for activities to preserve significant historic and cultural resources. Funds are to be distributed through a competitive grant process. The Minnesota Historical Society must administer these funds 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. grants@mnhs.org
Our short term outcome was spot on with the contractor selected to complete this project phase. Their historic restoration expertise,commitment to detail and their enthusiasm and passion for the overall project exceeded all expectations.The intermediate outcome has been achieved with its restoration and prevention of further deterioration. And we touched on the long term outcome already. During the project work the contractors reported on the public's interest, curiosity and support for the fire hall restoration. Many had a story to tell them of their personal experience with the historic building and looked forward to seeing the building restored and brought back to a functional use for the community. The results were achieved because we had a team effort with board members, our volunteer coordinator and our contractor working together and communicating well throughout the process. We publicized the project locally as part of our fund raising efforts and will continue to open the building for tours and for several traveling exhibits throughout the summer months.
Available upon request, grants@mnhs.org