SUPPORT LANDMARK’S LATEST PRESERVATION PROJECT
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Thanks to the dedication of its residents for the last forty years, Thousand Island Park is one of the best existing examples of 19th century campgrounds in the country. Since 1982, it has had the honor of being listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
To preserve our listing, improve its accuracy and make information on TI Park more accessible to us, to the public, to historians, preservationists, architects and to government, Landmark has developed a major project to update the information about the Park that appears on the Register. This was last done when we were listed. An update is long overdue. |
Over 2 years, every building on the Park will be resurveyed, photographed and documented, including boathouses and outdoor public spaces not previously surveyed. We will complete Historic Preservation Certification Applications for the Tabernacle, the Library, the Chapel and the Pavilion. All of the information will be put into a searchable, electronic database.
Public education is a strong part of the project. Community volunteers will receive training and will work under the direction and guidance of a historic preservationist. The volunteers will increase their knowledge and understanding of historic preservation and TI Park.
The project will cost between $35,000 and $45,000. We have applied for government and foundation funds. Both Landmark and the Thousand Island Park Foundation have contributed. We know that we need to raise $15,000 from the community. The large majority of the funds will support the time of the historic preservationist working with Landmark and volunteers. We intend to start the project in July, 2018.
Public education is a strong part of the project. Community volunteers will receive training and will work under the direction and guidance of a historic preservationist. The volunteers will increase their knowledge and understanding of historic preservation and TI Park.
The project will cost between $35,000 and $45,000. We have applied for government and foundation funds. Both Landmark and the Thousand Island Park Foundation have contributed. We know that we need to raise $15,000 from the community. The large majority of the funds will support the time of the historic preservationist working with Landmark and volunteers. We intend to start the project in July, 2018.
What can you do to help?
You can support the project by:
Thank you all for your support. Every gift helps to preserve our Park for our families, friends and visitors and contributes to our national heritage.
- Donating funds so that we have a strong financial base. We accept donations by check or PayPal via our Web site www.ThousandIslandParkLandmarkSociety.org.
- Checks may be mailed to: 42822 St. Lawrence Ave. - Unit 220, Thousand Island Park, NY 13692 or dropped off at the Landmark building after June 23.
- Donating time as a volunteer. You’ll assist in the success of the project plus learn more about TI Park and historic preservation.
Thank you all for your support. Every gift helps to preserve our Park for our families, friends and visitors and contributes to our national heritage.
