History 2015 - July
Museum Building Erected...
The building was erected quickly. It took only a couple of days to complete the outer walls and roof of the new building. Plans for the design of the interior walls and front of the museum were discussed and revised. The top for the vault was installed. Discussions continued on museum security, and materials for the interior electrical connections were ordered. Below are photos taken on July 1 when the framework was completed. Click on the photos below to view a larger images.
Brick laying begins...
The brick laying on the front exterior wall began during the last few days of July. Framing for the restrooms, office and storage areas were also well underway. (Click on photos to see enlarged images.) Thanks to Bob Hawkins Trucking for transporting the bricks.
History 2015 - September
The museum construction continued in September with the addition of the awning on the front of the building. Interior brickwork on the south wall was completed by Jack McGinnis and crew.
Tanya Gill was added to the Board of Directors replacing J.R. Landenberger who served on the initial board. Several more vintage motorcycles, now totaling twenty, were moved to St. Francis for future display.
Several meetings were held to discuss interior design and materials as well where the desired material could be located. The board considered several buildings for possible demolition for "old barn wood" and "old tin" for construction materials.
Discussion on the "give-away" bike continued. At the September 20th meeting, it was decided to postpone the "give-away" bike planning until a later date while continuing to gather more information on the project.
The front door and windows were installed. Photos of the interior brickwork and front door are below.
Progress continued on the museum in October. Much of the electrical wiring and plumbing for the bathrooms and water fountain was installed. Progress slowed as final plans for the interior design were discussed and electrical components were ordered. LED lighting will be installed in the museum and ceiling fans will be added to make heating and cooling more efficient. The door for the vault was installed.
A fundraising project was developed so the supporters of the museum could purchase engraved bricks to be placed at the museum entrance.
Bricks were sold for $100 each.
October 2015
Wiring and plumbing...
Progress continued on the museum in October. Much of the electrical wiring and plumbing for the bathrooms and water fountain was installed. Progress slowed as final plans for the interior design were discussed and electrical components were ordered. LED lighting will be installed in the museum and ceiling fans will be added to make heating and cooling more efficient. The door for the vault was installed.
A fundraising project was developed so the supporters of the museum could purchase engraved bricks to be placed at the museum entrance. Bricks were sold for $100 each.