News-December 2019

Would you like to hear the Intact Bell of the North Clarendon Chapel?

National Registry Eligible, Chapel 1871, is going to have a solid roof. We have a dedicated roofer, Jim Mailhiot, who has offered, and been selected, to do the slate repairs and new standing seam back roof.

We have raised for this project 1/2 of what it will take to repair the slate and renew the back roofs.  If you want to hear “Intact Bell of the North Clarendon Chapel” or be a key founder of the rebirth of North Clarendon we need another $6000. We have a matching grant. That is any amount given will be matched by the donor by year end. Read more

Bells have been symbolizing the center of town, life and cheers all around the world for centuries.  Clarendon untouched village deserves to come to life again for local citizen to enjoy and gather. Read more

Historical Society of Clarendon Vermont

Efforts of the Historical Society of Clarendon Vermont has brought forth a world of images attesting to the uniqueness of our town. Visit their website to travel in history and see how laborious they are.

Village Designation

  • Any Vermont town, incorporated village chartered to function as a general purpose unit of local government, or a consortium of such entities, is eligible for funding. However, the majority of projects are a coordinated effort between the municipalities, community groups and local or state non-profit organizations or small businesses. Read more
  • Benefits

    The Village Designation program supports the revitalization efforts of small and medium-sized historic centers. The designation brings financial incentives, training and technical assistance needed to attract vitality to Vermont’s smaller communities.

2020 Goals for Clarendon Heritage

Chapel 1871 will have a solid roof so that we can proceed with other important application for grants to proceed with other repairs: Windows, painting etc… See history and plans.

2019 Plans

1. Multipurpose Community Center:

Our primary goal is to turn the unused North Clarendon Chapel into a community resource and small gathering space for Clarendon and surroundings. It will also be used for Art or Historic Exhibits, small Holiday Craft Market and cultural events. Read more

2. Partnerships:

In an effort to recruit qualified volunteers we have partnered with Volunteer Match.

volunteer match

The VolunteerMatch team combines a love of community engagement, a passion for technology, and a commitment to building strong relationships.

 

 

Our plans are also to partner with Senior Corp to organize community resources and Signature Programs.

3. Recruiting for the North Clarendon Chapel:

  1. North Clarendon Chapel Working Committee
  2. Corpwell Foundation, Clarendon Heritage, Project Executive Assistant
  3. North Clarendon Chapel Project Community Organizer
    1. Summer Events Coordinator & Organizer
    2. Fall/Winter Events Coordinator
    3. Fundraising
  4. Corpwell Foundation, Local Board Member

To receive all announcementsFollow us on this website or like our page on Facebook.

Parking: Parking is restricted to 15 min. All event parking will be at postoffice and library.

Support: This effort is not supported by Clarendon town taxes but by grants, private support and fundraising events.

July 28th, Chapel Tours

Friends of the North Clarendon Chapel are committed to seeing a new day for their beloved building and will be available on the Townwide sale, July 28th, 2018 to answer any questions as well as sell baking goods to raise the amount needed for the matching grant.

Tours will start on the hour from 10 AM to 4PM. Project Manager, Peter Coppola will answer questions between Noon and 2 PM.

Clarendon Heritage members will also be available to answer questions about other potential funding for other renovation projects in town. Clarendon has a collection of beautiful barns in need of some attention. Grants are available for other preservation efforts.

  • Where:  Old 7, between Moulton and North Shrewbury Road.
  • When: July 28th10-5PM
  • More information Press Releases

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