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Before Restoration
The parsonage and church in 1990 before restoration began.
Major Milestones Achieved
The church in the winter of 2004-05.
The parsonage, winter of 2004-05
Siding Replacement Continues
Within the past year, the restoration of the Norwegian Church took a big step forward, as the entire front and most of the south side of the church were re-boarded with clapboard siding. The work was carried out by contractor John Hamilton. Hamilton also completed needed tower and roof repairs.
Community Interest
The Calumet community has shown a strong interest in the project as shown by the many passerby who stopped to favorably comment. John Hamilton and his crew will return this summer for two weeks to continue the siding project. Siding replacement has been the biggest expense for the Society thus far. Contributions toward this effort are most welcome.
Shoring Up the Foundation
Board member Bill Kallman continues to apply his engineering expertise to structural problems in the century-old building. So that the church remains on a firm foundation, Bill has focused his attention on the immediate problems in the basement. Beginning in the fall and through the winter, Bill and his son designed a drainage system for the basement which was prone to collecting water. A sump pump was installed in 2004 which has improved the situation greatly. Thanks to Bill for stemming the rising tides in the basement. Bill Kallman at Yahoo.com
Seepage Repaired
Basement floor caved in between these 2 items before water seepage was repaired around foundation in 200I4.
Inside Work Continues
Inside work is on-going.