Check out the Photo gallery
for Renovation Progress
>Next immediate steps include soffits and siding. Then comes front stoop, back porch, walkways and landscaping.
>The roofline over the east wing has now been rebuilt to match the original, and the house has been reshingled. The new period front door surround has been built in place, and new "period" windows have been installed.
>The interior has been stripped down to studs, and has revealed some architectural and historical insights.
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The
1846 Blodgett House was built by Israel and Avis Blodgett. Not only
does the house have architectural historical significance as the second
or third oldest house in the Village, but it also has great
cultural significance as an active stopover point on the Underground
Railroad. The Downers Grove Heritage Preservation Corporation has been
founded with a mission to save and restore this historic house and
create a museum focusing on the underground railroad. click here to learn more |
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Volunteers wanted for
Heritage Festival
We need volunteers to help manage the Heritage Festival concert June 26, featuring Night Ranger. You can help take tickets, pass out literature and manage the crowd. It is a fun way of getting involved for a great cause. To find out more and/or volunteer, drop
an email to
volunteer@1846blodgetthouse.org
Arc Disposal provides disposal services for 1846 Blodgett House
Arc Disposal has contributed disposal services of the construction materials for the 1846 Blodgett House. In the photo above, the Arc truck is ready to pick up a 20 cubic yard container of demolition materials from the house and exchange it for an empty, ready for continued renovation. We appreciate Arc's support forth the project and for the community.
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Updated June 8, 2009 |
Night Ranger to headline at Heritage Festival
Enjoy the music of Night Ranger, and kick back for the opening concert of Heritage Festival. A portion of this year's concert go to support the 1846 Blodgett House.
Click to find out more
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