“Some people might agree that the physical aspects of a barn possess spiritual qualities similar to those of a church. Indeed, while standing in a barn one does get a sense of quiet reverence as light filters through the narrow spaces of the boards.”
Mary Keithan, author, Michigan Heritage Barns
Services
Barn Preservation Funding
- From time to time, a community or an organization acquires a barn, would like to save it, but isn’t certain where or how to start. Are grants available? What steps should be taken and in what order? What have others done who have been successful? I can assist in researching financial support and share creative ideas that lead to successful outcomes.
Barn Matchmaker
- People are increasingly looking to find property that has a barn, looking to move a barn to their property, or seeking to have a barn removed so that it can be rebuilt elsewhere or at minimum, salvaged from. I can help be a matchmaker.
Barn Documentation
- Now and then someone asks– How do I go about writing about my barn’s history? Where do I begin? Or -- I’ve written something but I don’t know if it’s any good…. I can review your manuscript or help you put something together.
Barn Presentations
- Need a speaker for a meeting of your group or a conference presenter? There are a variety of themes that may suit your group from technical advice to stories and images intended just to delight. And if I can’t help you, I can put you in touch with some great experts on many aspects of barn preservation and restoration.
Barn Photos
- If you see an image on either of my websites that you like and would like to purchase, let me know. Looking for an artist who can do an original piece of artwork of your barn? I know a few folks who may be able to help you.
Services are generally provided on a contractual basis and rates vary.
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A New Life
For many years after the cattle no longer came inside for morning and evening milking, this barn, not too far from where I grew up, collected only raccoons and troublesome trees that threatened to destroy its roof and foundation. But on a trip "back home" a couple of years ago, it was a treat to discover that it had been rescued and is enjoying new life!