EAM PRESERVATION

Thrilled to have just completed a historic structure documentation and existing conditions report for the Caretaker’s Cottage at Booker T. Washington Park in Roanoke, Virginia. Constructed around 1837, this rare brick hall-and-parlor dwelling which is one of Roanoke’s oldest surviving structures is significant both for its early architecture and for its association with the African American community during the Jim Crow era.

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A close analysis of the building, its historic fabric and extensive digital documentation of the site were used to create measured drawings, structural conditions assessments, a 3D model and recommended next steps. It was an honor to work in this distinguished but vulnerable building and best of luck to the stewards who have volunteered to protect this important community asset.

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Thanks to HistoriCorps for bringing me into the project and a special thanks to The Friends of Washington Park who graciously welcomed us at the site. 

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