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Rebuilding the Past -
Last Update
July 5, 2010
Donelson House Restoration
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Although it looks more like demolition, the Donelson House restoration has begun. Some of the most important work has been in shoring up the floor joists and attaching them to the foundation, which is not visible in this photo.
The original siding had to be removed. Because most of it was not salvageable, only a small section by the window has the original siding. This was suggested by our Technical Advisor at the State Historical Fund.
Restoration work on the Donelson House was performed by Fischer Construction, Inc. of Longmont, CO. New siding is being installed in this photo.
During restoration it was found that a modern window had been put in on the second story to replace a doorway to the exterior. Persons familiar with the house have no recollection that there was ever a balcony, stairway, or other outside feature that the door would have led to. The door was replaced; however, as a safety measure it is not functional .