Please consider making a donation to the Hendricus Deyo Homestead
Future home of the TOLHPS History Museum, TOLHPS Library & Research Center
and TOLHPS Event Center
Total To Date
$121,087
We would like to offer a very special thank you to
Kathleen Gaffney and Margaret Graf
for their above and beyond generosity to the TOLHPS Museum Fund
Kathleen Gaffney and Margaret Graf
for their above and beyond generosity to the TOLHPS Museum Fund
As well as to all of our very generous donors
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James Alfano
Leonard Auchmoody Raymond Baubles, Jr Lyna Bedka Andrew Bale & Eileen Bellomo Fran Brooks Peter Brooks Brooks & Brooks L.S.P.C. Charles & Lucy Busick Peter & Fern Cangelosi Alexander & Deborah Contini Thomas Cowan John Daley Mary Ann Darcy John Decker Sheila Fishman Charles Glasner & Larry Engel Nancy & Larry Hammond Jim Fawcett Anita Freer E. Freer Kathleen Gaffney Marybelle Gemmel Russell & Susan Gilmore |
Margaret Graf
Tim Hartnett R.A.Josephson Stephanie King Joanne & Michael Loewenthal Rosalie McIntosh-Mikesh Bruce Mckinney Ken & Lindsey Morgan Ken Morgan Patti & Bill Ogden Debora Paxton Sadie Penzato Rosalie Peplow Michael Poluzzi William Rhodes AnnaMae & Russell Robbins Rocking Horse Ranch Joan Roth Candace & Rich Schuster Torsone Funeral Home Alan & Susan Van DeBogart John & Vivian Wadlin Philip & Robin Whitebay |
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FEBRUARY 22, 2022
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
DEYO HOUSE MATCHING GRANT
The Town of Lloyd Historical Preservation Society (TOLHPS) is pleased to announce that it has received a generous $50,000 matching grant from two former residents of the historic Deyo house in Highland, NY. Margaret Gaffney Graf and Kathleen A. Gaffney, who grew up in the Deyo house, will match up to $50,000 of donations given to TOLHPS for the renovation of the house and barns on the property.
Margaret and Kathleen lived in the house from the late 1940’s when Margaret was starting grade school and Kathleen was three years old until they graduated from Highland High School and went on to college. It was still “home” to them until their mother sold the property in the 1980’s, after their father, who had been Town of Lloyd Supervisor, died in 1979.
Margaret commented: “The energy, tenacity and skills of the volunteers and professionals who have carried the efforts at the property so far have been impressive. They led me and Kathleen to participate, as we can from a distance, with financial gifts. We contributed $15,000 in 2021 and are pleased to now announce this $50,000 matching grant. This grant will match gifts of money, work-in-kind and donations of materials. We are inspired and trust others are as well.”
She added: “The Deyo house and adjacent farm gave me a sense of history and respect for 1800’s reality as I grew up. The renovations in the 20th century ‘covered up’ old walls and finishes but our parents were intent on preserving the historical backbones of the house. They proudly noted the 18th and 19th century beams, windows with massive sills, fireplaces, wide board floors, basement framing and the wellhouse and barns that made the property both home and a property to respect – even though the floors were uneven and never warm in winter, the doorways short, the windows breezy and the infrastructure limited.”
Kathleen added: “this house was the only Home I ever remember as I was just over 3 when we moved in. It was nothing like the modern houses of my school friends, but Mother and Daddy always made clear that it was special because it was old and had a long history. Growing up her was a wonderful start for me. I am so grateful to see how the house is now treasured by others and to learn the history of the families who also called it Home.”
In 2021, TOLHPS received notice that the property was listed on both the New York State Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places. Thanks to donations received to date, the land has been cleared of trees, shrubs, weeds and vines, the roof has been temporarily repaired, the front porch (which was in danger of collapsing) has been removed, connection to municipal water and sewer lines and new electric service have been installed. The interior of the house has been cleaned out and many 20th century alterations removed.
Plans are underway to remove, rebuild and re-install the well house and to create a well-delineated driveway and parking lot. In addition, the main barn will be renovated so that it will provide a secure and attractive location to store large items acquired by TOLHPS for eventual use in the house.
The additional funds that TOLHPS hopes to raise, supported by this matching grant, will be used to renovate the house in conformity with the suggestions made in a report prepared by Larson Associates, a well-known firm of historic house experts. Some exterior alterations will be removed and heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical service will be provided to the interior. The roof will be replaced. The front porch will be restored. Rooms appropriate to display historic artifacts, hold meetings, and provide an office for the Town of Lloyd Historian will be created. Exterior windows and doors will be upgraded and/or replaced as needed. Exterior trim will be repaired, replaced, and painted.
TOLHPS needs to raise money to fund the restoration. This matching grant gives other donors a way to double the impact of their donation. Contributions may be made to:
TOLHPS
P.O. Box 322
Highland, NY 12528
Or make your donation on our website here
Or email us at: tolhps@gmail.com
The Town of Lloyd Historical Preservation Society (TOLHPS) is pleased to announce that it has received a generous $50,000 matching grant from two former residents of the historic Deyo house in Highland, NY. Margaret Gaffney Graf and Kathleen A. Gaffney, who grew up in the Deyo house, will match up to $50,000 of donations given to TOLHPS for the renovation of the house and barns on the property.
Margaret and Kathleen lived in the house from the late 1940’s when Margaret was starting grade school and Kathleen was three years old until they graduated from Highland High School and went on to college. It was still “home” to them until their mother sold the property in the 1980’s, after their father, who had been Town of Lloyd Supervisor, died in 1979.
Margaret commented: “The energy, tenacity and skills of the volunteers and professionals who have carried the efforts at the property so far have been impressive. They led me and Kathleen to participate, as we can from a distance, with financial gifts. We contributed $15,000 in 2021 and are pleased to now announce this $50,000 matching grant. This grant will match gifts of money, work-in-kind and donations of materials. We are inspired and trust others are as well.”
She added: “The Deyo house and adjacent farm gave me a sense of history and respect for 1800’s reality as I grew up. The renovations in the 20th century ‘covered up’ old walls and finishes but our parents were intent on preserving the historical backbones of the house. They proudly noted the 18th and 19th century beams, windows with massive sills, fireplaces, wide board floors, basement framing and the wellhouse and barns that made the property both home and a property to respect – even though the floors were uneven and never warm in winter, the doorways short, the windows breezy and the infrastructure limited.”
Kathleen added: “this house was the only Home I ever remember as I was just over 3 when we moved in. It was nothing like the modern houses of my school friends, but Mother and Daddy always made clear that it was special because it was old and had a long history. Growing up her was a wonderful start for me. I am so grateful to see how the house is now treasured by others and to learn the history of the families who also called it Home.”
In 2021, TOLHPS received notice that the property was listed on both the New York State Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places. Thanks to donations received to date, the land has been cleared of trees, shrubs, weeds and vines, the roof has been temporarily repaired, the front porch (which was in danger of collapsing) has been removed, connection to municipal water and sewer lines and new electric service have been installed. The interior of the house has been cleaned out and many 20th century alterations removed.
Plans are underway to remove, rebuild and re-install the well house and to create a well-delineated driveway and parking lot. In addition, the main barn will be renovated so that it will provide a secure and attractive location to store large items acquired by TOLHPS for eventual use in the house.
The additional funds that TOLHPS hopes to raise, supported by this matching grant, will be used to renovate the house in conformity with the suggestions made in a report prepared by Larson Associates, a well-known firm of historic house experts. Some exterior alterations will be removed and heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical service will be provided to the interior. The roof will be replaced. The front porch will be restored. Rooms appropriate to display historic artifacts, hold meetings, and provide an office for the Town of Lloyd Historian will be created. Exterior windows and doors will be upgraded and/or replaced as needed. Exterior trim will be repaired, replaced, and painted.
TOLHPS needs to raise money to fund the restoration. This matching grant gives other donors a way to double the impact of their donation. Contributions may be made to:
TOLHPS
P.O. Box 322
Highland, NY 12528
Or make your donation on our website here
Or email us at: tolhps@gmail.com
The Historic Hendricus Deyo Homestead
is in need of your help!
Dear Friend of The Town of Lloyd Historical Preservation Society;
As you may have heard, the Town of Lloyd Historical Preservation Society (TOLHPS) has applied for and received designation by both the New York State Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places for the Hendricus Deyo Homestead, built in 1778 at 161 Vineyard Avenue in Highland, New York. Donated to TOLHPS by Scenic Hudson, the Deyo Homestead is being restored and will become a museum and research library for the Town of Lloyd.
TOLHPS commissioned a Historic Structures Report, prepared by Larson Fisher Associates, Inc. This report includes a complete genealogical survey of the property ownership going from the first deed records through the current day, as well as a complete survey of the existing structures and the physical progressions of architectural changes based upon subsequent ownership. Utilizing this document, a plan of restoration to the interior and exterior of the building has been created.
The building has been stripped of the impact of the later 20th century improvements and modern utilities have been brought into the house, including town water and sewer and underground electric service. The original wide board floors, beams and fireplaces have been exposed and stabilized, awaiting further restoration. The front porch was demolished due to its deteriorated and hazardous condition. Ongoing stone repair and repointing is being accomplished.
To date, between donated time and materials and direct financial contributions, we have received about half of the required funds to restore the building. The estimated cost of the remaining work to be done is at least $150,000. Unlike new construction, restoration costs are harder to estimate precisely, because of potential conditions that cannot be foreseen (e.g., does the roof simply need new shingles or are some of the supporting beams, when they are uncovered, also in need of replacement).
We are writing this letter to you as a request for support of this project. We need both financial support and “in kind” help, that is time and materials that you could contribute because of skills you have as a carpenter, plumber, or electrician, for example. One project on our “to do” list is to reconstruct the 19th century well house, built over the 18th century stone lined well.
To make a contribution or to get further information, please contact us at:
Town of Lloyd Historical Preservation Society
P.O. Box 322
Highland, NY 12528
Or make your donation on our website here
Or email us at: tolhps@gmail.com
Yours truly,
Charles Glasner, President
Fran Brooks, Vice President
As you may have heard, the Town of Lloyd Historical Preservation Society (TOLHPS) has applied for and received designation by both the New York State Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places for the Hendricus Deyo Homestead, built in 1778 at 161 Vineyard Avenue in Highland, New York. Donated to TOLHPS by Scenic Hudson, the Deyo Homestead is being restored and will become a museum and research library for the Town of Lloyd.
TOLHPS commissioned a Historic Structures Report, prepared by Larson Fisher Associates, Inc. This report includes a complete genealogical survey of the property ownership going from the first deed records through the current day, as well as a complete survey of the existing structures and the physical progressions of architectural changes based upon subsequent ownership. Utilizing this document, a plan of restoration to the interior and exterior of the building has been created.
The building has been stripped of the impact of the later 20th century improvements and modern utilities have been brought into the house, including town water and sewer and underground electric service. The original wide board floors, beams and fireplaces have been exposed and stabilized, awaiting further restoration. The front porch was demolished due to its deteriorated and hazardous condition. Ongoing stone repair and repointing is being accomplished.
To date, between donated time and materials and direct financial contributions, we have received about half of the required funds to restore the building. The estimated cost of the remaining work to be done is at least $150,000. Unlike new construction, restoration costs are harder to estimate precisely, because of potential conditions that cannot be foreseen (e.g., does the roof simply need new shingles or are some of the supporting beams, when they are uncovered, also in need of replacement).
We are writing this letter to you as a request for support of this project. We need both financial support and “in kind” help, that is time and materials that you could contribute because of skills you have as a carpenter, plumber, or electrician, for example. One project on our “to do” list is to reconstruct the 19th century well house, built over the 18th century stone lined well.
To make a contribution or to get further information, please contact us at:
Town of Lloyd Historical Preservation Society
P.O. Box 322
Highland, NY 12528
Or make your donation on our website here
Or email us at: tolhps@gmail.com
Yours truly,
Charles Glasner, President
Fran Brooks, Vice President
Town of Lloyd Historical Preservation Society
Highland NY 12528
Highland NY 12528
