The goal of this project is to restore the exterior of the farmhouse and barn to a functional and weatherproof condition.
Work on the farmhouse will include: Re-pointing and re-flashing red brick chimneys, strip and replace worn out roofing, repair and/or replace ornate trim on gable end and eaves. Replace gutters where needed, repair and re-glaze “6 over 6” wooden windows where needed. Repair and/or replace wooden storm shutters and storm windows where needed, strip and replace white cedar shingles on the north side of the house, remove and replace a section of sill and repair wooden doors on the woodshed.
Work on the barn will include: Repairing and replacing exterior trim as needed, stripping and replacing white cedar shingles on the north end of the barn and repairing and/or replacing complete window units.
The barn is the focal point for all activities at Soule Homestead. The barn houses the offices & classrooms and will soon house bathrooms and a commercial kitchen along with more traditional uses, like animal stalls, equipment and hay storage. The farmhouse has tenants who are involved at Soule Homestead in many ways, especially animal care.
These buildings were originally constructed about 1860 and are of historic significance.