Keeping History Alive-Our Efforts on Behalf of The Sites
The Association is proud of its support for research, preservation, restoration, acquisitions and public education at the sites over the years, including:
Funding for Research, Preservation and Restoration (partial list):
General:
Advocacy to prevent loss of State funding
Advocacy for site improvements and expansion
At the Wallace House:
Paint analysis and interior painting
Structural investigation of the dining room, kitchen, and back parlor
Kitchen cabinet reconstruction
Dining room reconstruction and restoration
Relocating flagpole
At the Parsonage:
Paint analysis
Painting of stairwell
Replacement of heating system
Upgrading of electrical service
Reconstruction of kitchen fireplace and restoration of the flue
Restoration of all fireplace masonry
Repair and reconstruction of front porch
Funding for Acquisitions (partial list):
At the Wallace House:
Spit jack clock reel mechanism
Reproduction floor cloth
At the Parsonage:
Reproduction floor cloths
Three dozen reproduction chairs
Kitchen table
Beds
2016 Association Recap
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Keeping History Alive-We Need Your Help
Members of the Association are from the local area, around New Jersey – and beyond. They share a desire to support these special sites and help highlight their role in the history of New Jersey and the United States – to keep history alive.
Membership dollars and donations are crucial to augmenting the minimal operating budget New Jersey provides for the sites. We hope that you will join us and/or contribute to our efforts.
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The Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage Association
P.O. Box 225, Somerville, New Jersey 08876
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