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Double Benefit<br />

<strong>Restoration</strong> & Revenue<br />

The <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> Museum<br />

October 9, 2009<br />

Charles Quagliana, Preservation Architect<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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The <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> Museum <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

INTRODUCTION<br />

• <strong>Historical</strong> Overview<br />

• Planning & Preparation<br />

•Implementation<br />

•Completion<br />

• Questions & Comments<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

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The <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> Museum<br />

HISTORY<br />

• Original construction 1899-1901, Classical Revival style<br />

• Renovation 1907-1908 by George Maher, interior & exterior<br />

• Landscaping modified 1910, formal gardens<br />

• Marathon County <strong>Historical</strong> <strong>Society</strong> ownership, 1954<br />

• Second floor conversion to a gallery, 1955<br />

• Placed on National Register of Historic Places, 1974<br />

• Historic Structure Report, 2004<br />

• <strong>Restoration</strong> & Rehabilitation, 2007-2008<br />

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HISTORY<br />

Early view of the <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> circa 1901<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> interior circa 1901<br />

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HISTORY<br />

Early view of the <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> circa 1906<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> garden circa 1911<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> circa 1950’s<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> circa 1950’s<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> exterior 2004<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> exterior 2004<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> kitchen 2004<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> second floor 2004<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> second floor 2004<br />

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HISTORY<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> site 2004<br />

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The <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> Museum<br />

PLANNING<br />

• Vision<br />

Broad Mission of Public Service/Education<br />

Embrace Historic Preservation<br />

Broaden Programs and Accommodate Range of Events<br />

Enhance Revenue<br />

• Cultivate Community Support<br />

• Historic Structure Report<br />

Condition Assessment<br />

Historic Research<br />

Preservation Recommendation & Treatments<br />

Period of <strong>Restoration</strong> and Interpretation 1915<br />

• Realistic Budget & Diligent Fundraising<br />

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The <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> Museum<br />

PLANNING<br />

• Keys To Success<br />

Have a Plan<br />

Multidiscipline & Collaborative Professional Team<br />

Cultivate Community Support/Engage Stakeholders<br />

Undertake Extensive Research<br />

Attention to Details<br />

• Project Team<br />

Owner<br />

Preservation Architect<br />

Interior Design Consultant<br />

Structural, Civil & MEP Engineers<br />

Decorative Finish Consultant<br />

Landscape Consultant<br />

Fundraising Consultant<br />

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IMPLEMENTATION<br />

Construction, south side of house<br />

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IMPLEMENTATION<br />

Construction – Carriage <strong>House</strong><br />

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IMPLEMENTATION<br />

Decorative Wooden Brackets<br />

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IMPLEMENTATION<br />

Construction – Garden & Pergola<br />

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IMPLEMENTATION<br />

Construction – North & East sides<br />

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THE UNEXPECTED<br />

January 16, 2008<br />

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IMPLEMENTATION<br />

Construction – Garden Side<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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COMPLETION<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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The <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> Museum<br />

CONCLUSION<br />

• Exceeded expectations<br />

• Positive community reaction<br />

• Significant increase in visitors<br />

• Increase in programs & events<br />

• Use of gardens most weekends<br />

• Flexibility of use of facilities<br />

• Revenue increase<br />

• 2008 <strong>Wisconsin</strong> <strong>Historical</strong> <strong>Society</strong> Award<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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October 9, 2009<br />

Questions & Comments<br />

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October 9, 2009<br />

Enjoy the tour and reception!<br />

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2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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2009 LOCAL HISTORY AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION CONFERENCE<br />

CONNECTING TO THE PAST<br />

October 9-10, 2009<br />

Double Benefit:<br />

<strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue<br />

<strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

Presented by<br />

Charlie Quagliana, AIA Preservation Architect<br />

Double Benefit: <strong>Restoration</strong> and Revenue - <strong>Yawkey</strong> <strong>House</strong> <strong>Restoration</strong><br />

2009 Local History and Historic Preservation Conference<br />

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