DID YOU KNOW? The exterior restoration project is complete The staff and board of CSPM are pleased to announce the completion of the exterior restoration project of the 1903 El Paso County Courthouse. The museum initiated nearly $1.5 million project in 2005 and completed the work. The preservation activities focused on addressing roof leaks, restoring badly deteriorated decorative stonework, cleaning, and rehabilitation of masonry elements, metal repairs, and painting and treatment of doors and windows. This project was the first major exterior rehabilitation work on the courthouse structure since the 1970s, and the work ensures This project was the first major exterior rehabilitation work on the courthouse structure since the 1970s that the building will remain beautiful and in good repair for generations to come. The work was guided by the Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Rehabilitation of Historic Properties. Over 70% of the project funding was the result of grants from the State Historical Fund – History Colorado. These grants required matching funds that were provided by a number of organizations including the Gates Foundation, Boettcher Foundation, Downtown Partnership, the Ralph Giddings Charitable Trust, City of Colorado Springs Capital Improvement Project funding, and many individual donors. Working on molding As the exterior improvement project came to an end, the museum team was already turning their attention to interior improvements. Early in 2019, construction will take place on the restrooms to ensure that they comply with the standards established by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Also, the CSPM Board approved funding to plan future phases of construction that will ultimately result in more exhibition space and improved storage and work areas. Intricate work to maintain historical integrity MUSELETTER JAN 2019| PG 6
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