Historical Commission Agenda and Packet 2021 09 15

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Historical Commission Minutes July 21, 2021 Page 2 of 4 constructing a front porch on the Tomeo House, and installing new railings on the Jordinelli house C. Collection storage developments - looking into arranging for climate -controlled, off -site storage for some large, bulky items due to the delay in the Museum expansion: Bridget informed the Commission about off -site storage options for larger items in the Museum's collection and the Museum applying for a grant to purchase and install compact shelving in the Jordinelli house. D. Ash pit reconstruction updates: The brick mason is scheduled to reconstruct the historic ash pit on July 261n VII. Review of the "Courtyard" design and plans: Catherine Wessling, Chair of the Louisville History Foundation, went over the plans and design for the ADA-accessible Courtyard on the Museum's campus that the Foundation is financially sponsoring. It is hoped that it will open in late August or early September. VIII. Introduction of Jason Hogstad, Museum Technician - Volunteer Services, to talk about his work for the Museum: Jason introduced himself to the Commission and talked about his work with the Museum since he started in the job in May 2019, particularly his work with the volunteer program. IX. Report from Sharon Nemechek, Director of Library Ft Museum Services: The City has now hired an Arts Ft Events Program Manager that will now report to Sharon with the change in departmental structure X. Report from Bridget Bacon, Museum Services Supervisor: A. Museum Services Supervisor's report: No report B. Museum's 35th anniversary celebration in September: Bridget described the events to celebrate, with most taking place during Louisville History Month in September. She stated that there will be a members -only event on August 26 to unveil the new Replica of Memory Square Park buildings. The replica will be in the Jacoe store and the event will be separated into 30 minute segments for which members can register, due to the goal of not having too many people inside the Jacoe Store at one time. Next, the Museum will participate in the First Friday Art Walk on Sept. 3rd. The Museum staff is also continuing to work on the Louisville timeline for the September 22nd launch. A baseball game on Sept. 11 is planned with the Colorado Vintage Baseball Association playing against a City of Louisville Louisville Historical Museum 749 Main Street Louisville CO 80027 303-335-4850 (phone) 303-335-4550 (fax) www.louisvilleco. pov/museum