The historic home at John R. Park Homestead is closed for renovations.
Nearly $1.5 million of repairs were identified as part of an architectural review for all of the historic buildings at the John R Homestead facility.
The Essex Region Conservation Authority is starting with repairs to the roof and foundation on the historic home thanks to recent donations from the Toldo Foundation.
“While the remainder of the outbuildings, the conservation area grounds, and the Conservation Centre will remain open during construction, the historic home will be closed to the public until Spring 2024,” said Kevin Money, Director of Conservation Services. “Valuable educational programming and unique special events will still take place in a re-imagined way.”
The Essex Region Conservation Authority is still raising funds to complete the rest of the restoration work that is needed on the nearly 200-year-old buildings.
