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recent MEETINGHOUSE RESTORATION projects
A NEW ROOF FOR THE MEETINGHOUSE
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From the creative minds of videographer Matt Weider and original music by Shawn Malcomson. The Trustees express gratitude to you both for this excellent short film. |
WINDOW RESTORATION
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In two phases that began in late June and ending in December 2016, the Meetinghouse had all its windows restored.
Not a "replacement window" project, the original windows were removed from the building, transported for restoration at a workshop in Boston, and returned to the building (for another 300 years.) |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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Because of a generous gift from a member of the congregation of West Parish Church, the Meetinghouse has the new lighting that has been sorely overdue for quite some time.
State of the art, low operating cost and highest quality LED flood and spot lighting has been installed to help the Meetinghouse display its splendor at night. See it in person! |
landmark sign restored
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Did you notice that the the historical sign that has graced the grounds of the 1717 Meetinghouse since 1939 is looking better than ever? The 1717 Meetinghouse Foundation has removed it, sent it to a foundry for refurbishment and a sign maker has restored it in time for the both the 400th anniversary of the West Parish Congregation and the 300th anniversary celebration of the Meetinghouse.
Originally placed to celebrate the Town's 350th anniversary, you can see from the 10 year old picture on the left that the Cape Cod weather has not been kind to the finish on this marker, an historical item itself. As the sign suffered from a pitted surface and the gold leaf finish was stained and peeling. The cost of this refurbishing exceeded $3000. |
BELL TOWER RESTORATION
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The Revere Bell at the 1717 Meetinghouse is restored to the bell tower in July 2015. The damaged clapper was replaced as well as the deteriorated housing which holds the bell in place. Video by Matt Weider, original music by Shawn Malcomson, both members at West Parish of Barnstable, United Church of Christ. |
