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Exclusive to members of the Webb Deane Stevens Museum and NSCDA-CT...
Order Preservation in Action with home delivery!
Give the gift of Preservation in Action by Anne Crofoot Kuckro, the WDS Museum's recent book on Old Wethersfield's century of historic preservation with stunning photography by Peter R. Brown.
From now through December 20, purchase by mail-order service with free shipping and handling thanks to the generosity of Bob & Mary Bainbridge.
Orders will be shipped promptly after receipt of payment. If you prefer to order by check, please mail to 211 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109.
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Proceeds from book sales support preservation of the Silas Deane House at the Webb Deane Stevens Museum.
About the book...
Preservation in Action is the first publication that tells the compelling story of Old Wethersfield, Connecticut's largest and oldest historic district in its oldest town. Based on original research, with stunning photography and handsome design, through ten examples of restoration, rehabilitation, renovation, adaptation, and reuse, it demonstrates the community's efforts over more than a century to preserve the architectural legacy of its historic village, through individual and institutional commitments, civic planning decisions, historic preservation, and design review.
The examples range from the oldest house in town, with a 17th century addition added thirty years ago, to a 19th century commercial building whose greenhouse was repurposed as a cafe in 2022 and includes the town's old high school whose redevelopment, in a bold partnership between the Town and the Historical Society, together with the Society's redevelopment of another town owned building, has spurred the economic revival of the old village.
Critical acclaim...
"Anne Kuckro invites us to appreciate both the architectural details that distinguish a fascinating collection of buildings in Old Wethersfield and the broader stories behind their preservation. As beautifully illustrated by photographer Peter Brown, her inspiring book reveals the rewarding legacy left by people committed to investing in place."
—Sara C. Bronin, former chair of Preservation Connecticut
"Ten houses, ten stories, 101 glorious photographs - this book belongs in the library of everyone who cherishes things of beauty, history, and allure."
—William Hosley, historian, curator, and former executive director of the New Haven Museum and Connecticut Landmarks
Venue Details
Webb Deane Stevens Museum
211 Main StreetWethersfield, Connecticut 06109
