Stuck in Vermont Feature
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Walk through and around the East Monitor Barn with Eva Sollberger in her latest edition of SevenDays’ Stuck In Vermont.
History
From Conservation to Restoration: Dan Lee’s Journey to the East Monitor Barn
Project Supervisor Dan Lee has a meaningful history with the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps and its two iconic Monitor Barns. His journey started with a chance encounter with the West Monitor Barn during college, later leading to two impactful seasons as a Corps Member. Now, back on campus, Dan plays a crucial role in supporting subcontractors.
WCAX Visits the East Monitor Barn for Open Farm Week
Vermont news station WCAX paid the East Monitor Barn a visit as part of Open Farm Week. They chatted with Executive Director Breck Knauft about the scope and the purpose of the restoration. Check out the video in this post!
East Monitor Barn Lumber: Out with the Old, in with the New
What makes a restoration a restoration, instead of a remodel or renovation? When a building is restored, every effort is made to maintain the authenticity and heritage of the structure. That means the original timber is maintained whenever possible.
Eliot’s Serendipitous Path to the Monitor Barns
Every so often, you hear a life story so serendipitous that you almost can’t believe it’s real. Eliot Lothrop’s path to becoming the lead restorationist on the East Monitor Barn project is one such story, 20 years in the making.