Living Witnesses

The Care Of Quaker Meetinghouses - Repairing, Maintaining, And Adapting While Respecting Historic Value

BY THE HISTORIC AMERICAN BUILDINGS SURVEY WORKING GROUP OF PHILADELPHIA YEARLY MEETING

Brief Description:
With an acknowledged focus on the meetinghouses of the Delaware valley, this workbook offers practical information about meetinghouse and property care, maintenance and adaptation. An overview of historic preservation is presented, as well as guidelines of procedures and responsibilities of a meeting's property committee. Included are detailed recommendations for maintenance and repair of structures particular to Quaker meetinghouses, in addition to those not so particular like the roof and electrical systems. One section discusses additions and building adaptations. Much information appears in the appendices, which include information on funding repairs and changes and many other tips.

PYM 2005 118 PP. Spiral Bound

$20.00 (in stock)