MHHA Purchases Chase's Mill
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Photo by Tafi Brown
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hanks to the generosity of individuals and organizations from across the country, on Oct. 27, 2016,
MHHA
purchased the Mill from Mow Kazati and Kate Tarlow Morgan.
We deeply appreciate the support of all who have enabled us to take this important step. To date, more than 100 donors have contributed, enabling us both to make the purchase and to begin efforts to stabilize the structure. Additionally, we have received
strong community support in the form of volunteer labor, grants, and donations of time and materials.
We look forward to preserving this vital piece of rural industrial history and reopening as a living museum and makerspace / workshop by 2020. We will host exhibits on the history of mills and their importance in the development of New England and also explore the possibilities of sustainable energy sources such as water power. We will host classes for adults and children and also provide the community with a gathering and meeting space, all intended to preserve our heritage and spark the imagination of future generations.
As we look toward 2017, the real work of rehabilitating the Mill now begins. We are deeply immersed in the planning process and have been meeting with potential contractors and renovation experts. How quickly we are able to execute our plans will depend on our ability to raise on-going funds, develop partnerships, and win grant awards. In our next newsletter, we will outline specific goals for the year.
In wrapping up 2016, we want to thank all who have joined in this exciting effort by volunteering, donating services, materials, even musical compositions, and also by making financial gifts. We appreciate the leadership and vision of our founders, especially Dan Curll. Additionally, a big Thank You to our board of directors each of whom is generously giving his or her resources, talent, and energies to make this possible.
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season.
Sharon Spaulding & Bob Brown
President / Vice President
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