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“Making History” in Rochester

I’m excited to be “Making History” in Rochester, MN!  I’ll be speaking on “Making History:  Creating Old Home Character Today” at the 2012 Rochester Area Builders Home Show.  I promise to share the secrets to creating old home character when you alter or add to an old home.  The presentation will be 1:30 to 2:30 [...]

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The MacKenzie House

Slowly stripped of much of its Queen Anne ornament over time, the MacKenzie House is still a neighborhood landmark. The house was built in 1889 by William K. Chapman for $5000. A that time a 16′ x 28′ barn was also built at the southeast corner of the property. Cost of the barn was $350. [...]

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• Restore your house and keep your sanity is an interesting blog post on the Old House Web site.  The post includes 5 lessons learned that would be useful to anyone who isn't a pro. #
• Breakfast with a Preservationist - T. P. Healy, Master Builder If you are in the Twin Cities you might be interested in what should be an interesting program on T.P. Healy.  Theron P. Healy was a master builder responsible for several nineteenth-century Queen Anne houses in Minneapolis.  Researcher Anders Christensen will present a sumptuous sampling of Healy houses along with a biographical sketch of Healy’s brilliant career. Christensen led a tour of Healy homes on Lowry Hill as part of the 2011 Historic Walking and biking Tours. Program is Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. in the ADM Conference Room, Mill City Museum 710 South Second Street in Minneapolis.  And it's free!  Parking is available in a public ramp across the street or in metered spaces along South Second Street. Coffee and bakery goods will be available, as will the usual great questions and commentary.  For more information visit the Preserve Minneapolis website. #
• Interesting article on some of the cottages built after the 1906 earthquake in San Francisco that have been preserved. #
• Vintage Woodworks is offering 15% off through February 7, 2012 on orders over $1,500.  They are a manufacturer of reproduction millwork including porch parts, screen & storm doors, and gable ornament.  See their website for more information. #
• Love the idea of a period kitchen with antique appliances?  Then you'll love AntiqueAppliances.com.  This is a business that restores antique appliances.  They also sell restored and unrestored appliances as well as antique appliance parts. #