"Ribbon-Cutting Event for the Restored Portico of the Howland Cultural Center!"
Well, it’s official! It is an honor to share this invitation with you. This exciting chapter would not be possible without our friends, who, like us, value our mission of historic preservation and appreciate the craftsmanship that created this uniquely beautiful acoustical gem, the Jewel of Beacon. The Center is fortunate to have benefited from your unwavering support of our programs, fostering the arts and culture while preserving our remarkable 1872 Richard Morris Hunt building over the past few decades.
Join us, as the Howland Cultural Center holds its official ribbon-cutting ceremony of the restored portico on Saturday, November 15, at 1:00 PM. Save the date! This is Beacon history in the making!
Members of the Howland Cultural Center Board: Theresa Kraft, President, Thomas de Villiers, Vice President, Craig Wolf, Treasurer, Brandy Burre, Secretary, Elizabeth A. Barrett, Ron Iarossi, Terry Nelson, Lena S. Rizkallah, Ronnie Sauers, Jay Strauss
Well, it’s official! It is an honor to share this invitation with you. This exciting chapter would not be possible without our friends, who, like us, value our mission of historic preservation and appreciate the craftsmanship that created this uniquely beautiful acoustical gem, the Jewel of Beacon. The Center is fortunate to have benefited from your unwavering support of our programs, fostering the arts and culture while preserving our remarkable 1872 Richard Morris Hunt building over the past few decades.
Join us, as the Howland Cultural Center holds its official ribbon-cutting ceremony of the restored portico on Saturday, November 15, at 1:00 PM. Save the date! This is Beacon history in the making!
Members of the Howland Cultural Center Board: Theresa Kraft, President, Thomas de Villiers, Vice President, Craig Wolf, Treasurer, Brandy Burre, Secretary, Elizabeth A. Barrett, Ron Iarossi, Terry Nelson, Lena S. Rizkallah, Ronnie Sauers, Jay Strauss
The Howland Cultural Center was established in 1979 as a hub for art, culture, and history in the historic 1872 Richard Morris Hunt building, designed originally as a circulating library. The building was the first in the City of Beacon to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Howland Cultural Center has earned its reputation for its exceptional acoustics in the Northcutt Hall gallery. The gallery is free to the public and is open on most weekends, by appointment, and by chance.
"PEOPLE MAKE IT HAPPEN"
The Center is an all volunteer-run non-profit organization dedicated to empowering musicians, performers, artists, educators, and community members who contribute to its uniqueness. Join us in our mission to preserve this historic landmark and support our community through exceptional programming!
BE A FRIEND OF THE HOWLAND
At the Howland Cultural Center, there are many ways to get involved and help us maintain the "Jewel of Beacon," the premier historical destination in the Hudson Valley. You can become a Friend by participating in our Annual Friends Appeal, volunteering your time, joining our Board of Directors, or sponsoring an event. Together, we make a difference!
"PEOPLE MAKE IT HAPPEN"
The Center is an all volunteer-run non-profit organization dedicated to empowering musicians, performers, artists, educators, and community members who contribute to its uniqueness. Join us in our mission to preserve this historic landmark and support our community through exceptional programming!
BE A FRIEND OF THE HOWLAND
At the Howland Cultural Center, there are many ways to get involved and help us maintain the "Jewel of Beacon," the premier historical destination in the Hudson Valley. You can become a Friend by participating in our Annual Friends Appeal, volunteering your time, joining our Board of Directors, or sponsoring an event. Together, we make a difference!
PLEASE DONATE to the PORTICO PROJECT
Our Portico Restoration Project is currently underway on the historic front façade of the 'Jewel of Beacon'. The entry portico has suffered years of deterioration due to weather exposure and the effects of time.
The renovations include the installation of a new cement foundation, the restoration of wooden components such as roof finials, sills, and vertical wainscoting, as well as the rebuilding of the balcony. We are collaborating with architect Jeff Wilkinson from JWA in Newburgh and Thomas Clemmens from Clemco Construction & Restoration, Inc., both of whom specialize in preserving historic buildings.
This project is largely funded by your generous donations, a $50,000 grant from the City of Beacon, a $50,000 grant from NYSCA, and a $10,000 grant from the Preservation League of New York State. Our aim is to enhance local experiences and attract visitors by preserving the portico. We anticipate completing the restoration by fall. Contributions to the ongoing Portico Coin Drive demonstrate that "People Make it Happen"!
THE NORTHCUTT LEGACY FUND FOR THE HOWLAND CULTURAL CENTER
We understand the power of community and are vested in the preservation and mission of the Center. To have a lasting source of income to support the Center in perpetuity we have established the Northcutt Legacy Fund with the help of the Community Foundation of the Hudson Valley to honor Florence Northcutt's legacy and supports the Howland Cultural Center. Your contributions will help preserve the historic Richard Morris Hunt building and ensure the Northcutt Hall gallery continues to provide extraordinary experiences for all.
Our Portico Restoration Project is currently underway on the historic front façade of the 'Jewel of Beacon'. The entry portico has suffered years of deterioration due to weather exposure and the effects of time.
The renovations include the installation of a new cement foundation, the restoration of wooden components such as roof finials, sills, and vertical wainscoting, as well as the rebuilding of the balcony. We are collaborating with architect Jeff Wilkinson from JWA in Newburgh and Thomas Clemmens from Clemco Construction & Restoration, Inc., both of whom specialize in preserving historic buildings.
This project is largely funded by your generous donations, a $50,000 grant from the City of Beacon, a $50,000 grant from NYSCA, and a $10,000 grant from the Preservation League of New York State. Our aim is to enhance local experiences and attract visitors by preserving the portico. We anticipate completing the restoration by fall. Contributions to the ongoing Portico Coin Drive demonstrate that "People Make it Happen"!
THE NORTHCUTT LEGACY FUND FOR THE HOWLAND CULTURAL CENTER
We understand the power of community and are vested in the preservation and mission of the Center. To have a lasting source of income to support the Center in perpetuity we have established the Northcutt Legacy Fund with the help of the Community Foundation of the Hudson Valley to honor Florence Northcutt's legacy and supports the Howland Cultural Center. Your contributions will help preserve the historic Richard Morris Hunt building and ensure the Northcutt Hall gallery continues to provide extraordinary experiences for all.
