Despite icy winds, freezing rain, and winter storms, work on the interior of the GBHS Museum continues. Eugene Kinne of Gennari Plumbing & Heating has finished the rough plumbing in the reconfigured existing bathroom, and in the space for the new handicap-accessible bathroom. This also involved additional piping in other parts of the farmhouse.

A new toilet in the existing bathroom has been installed, and a new sink and utility sink are planned for the space. The former kitchen area is being converted into a handicap-accessible bathroom, including a new window. Funding for this project was acquired through a Community Preservation Act (CPA) grant.

In the spring, work will begin on a handicap-accessible walkway leading from the parking area to the Museum’s front porch. The Museum is open year round. Please visit and take a free tour on Saturdays and Sundays between 10am and 2pm and Monday through Thursday from 9am to noon. We’re at 817 South Main Street (Route 7) in Great Barrington. For more information, call 413-591-8702 or email us at info@gbhistory.org.