Richfield Heritage Preserve
Lower Lake Petition - Please complete the petition and mail it to us (address on petition), scan and email it to us (richfieldhistsoc@me.com), or bring it by the museum on Tuesdays, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. You need Adobe Reader to view this file. To download a free copy, CLICK HERE.
rhs_2016-10-18_petition_for_richfield_heritage_preserve.pdf
Lower Lake Statement
Statement of the Richfield Historical Society to the Richfield Joint Recreation District Concerning the Lower Lake - September 2016
The lower lake is the central historical element in that whole property. It’s the world’s only known patented lake. Kirby’s house, the mill, the boat landing, and the dance hall are all oriented around the lake. Kirby loved it. His bedroom windows and his workshop loft all overlooked the lake. It was a source of inspiration and tranquility for him. READ MORE...
Lower Lake FAQs
Has the RJRD board decided to remove the lower lake? While no final decision has been made, three of the four proposed plans presented by the Master Planner at the October 10th RJRD meeting removed the Lower Lake. The only plan that preserved the lower lake required the demolition of all the buildings, including Gund Hall and the Kirby estate.
Will the petition demands create more of an expense for Richfield citizens? No. The petition asks the RJRD board to explore income sources OUTSIDE Richfield. People outside Richfield would happily pay top dollar to rent Gund Hall. FoCH has offered to run fundraising campaigns. The RJRD can also apply for grants and establish naming rights. The RJRD submitted an application to be recognized as a Historic District on the National Registry. If accepted, this will make the district eligible for historic preservation grants and tax credits. These are all options for bringing money into the project without cost to Richfield citizens.
How would FoCH help raise funds? FoCH would apply for grants and solicit donations from corporations and camp alumni. (FoCH aka Friends of Crowell Hilaka) READ MORE...
rhs_2016-10-18_petition_for_richfield_heritage_preserve.pdf
Lower Lake Statement
Statement of the Richfield Historical Society to the Richfield Joint Recreation District Concerning the Lower Lake - September 2016
The lower lake is the central historical element in that whole property. It’s the world’s only known patented lake. Kirby’s house, the mill, the boat landing, and the dance hall are all oriented around the lake. Kirby loved it. His bedroom windows and his workshop loft all overlooked the lake. It was a source of inspiration and tranquility for him. READ MORE...
Lower Lake FAQs
Has the RJRD board decided to remove the lower lake? While no final decision has been made, three of the four proposed plans presented by the Master Planner at the October 10th RJRD meeting removed the Lower Lake. The only plan that preserved the lower lake required the demolition of all the buildings, including Gund Hall and the Kirby estate.
Will the petition demands create more of an expense for Richfield citizens? No. The petition asks the RJRD board to explore income sources OUTSIDE Richfield. People outside Richfield would happily pay top dollar to rent Gund Hall. FoCH has offered to run fundraising campaigns. The RJRD can also apply for grants and establish naming rights. The RJRD submitted an application to be recognized as a Historic District on the National Registry. If accepted, this will make the district eligible for historic preservation grants and tax credits. These are all options for bringing money into the project without cost to Richfield citizens.
How would FoCH help raise funds? FoCH would apply for grants and solicit donations from corporations and camp alumni. (FoCH aka Friends of Crowell Hilaka) READ MORE...
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