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September 10th, 2007

WORKSHOP FOR OLD BARN OWNERS

La Conner - If you own an old barn in Skagit County, are you aware of the Heritage Barn Preservation Initiative? This initiative establishes the Heritage Barn Register, a statewide list of historically significant barns. Owners of historic barns over fifty years old that retain a significant degree of historic integrity can nominate their barn to be designated as a Heritage Barn and be included in the statewide register. Moreover, owners of designated Heritage Barns are eligible to apply for matching grants to assist with barn stabilization and rehabilitation projects.

The Skagit County Historical Museum is hosting a free workshop on Wednesday, September 19 from 7 to 8:30 pm for barn owners wishing to learn more about Heritage Barn Preservation Initiative and to assist barn owners in filling out both the Heritage Barn Nomination Form as well as the Heritage Barn Grant Application. Chris Moore, Field Director with the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation, will be on hand to answer questions and discuss the process for completing both documents. The deadline for nominating a barn to the Heritage Barn Register is October 1, 2007. Come join us to learn more about this wonderful new opportunity and to obtain assistance in participating in this valuable program.

The Skagit County Historical Museum is located at 501 S. 4th Street, at the top of the hill in La Conner. For more information, call 360-466-3365 or visit www.skagitcounty.net/museum.