April 2012
Phase 2 renovations to The TAUNY Center began in early March with renovations to the lower level of the building. When J.J. Newberry's occupied the building, this space was where they kept their display of fabric and sewing supplies. How surprised the staff of Newberry's might be to see that the space has been converted into a cozy reading room. The stand-out feature of the reading room is the exposed stone walls. These limestone foundation walls were in excellent condition and just needed cleaning and repointing to be a very appealing focal point for the space, a perfect contrast to the deep red floor. Also now complete in the lower level is the structure for an audio booth, and a climate-controlled space for our archival collection. 

The finish line is in sight! With the generous support of North Country friends, we have reached 85 percent of our $1.25 million campaign goal. Special thank you to long-time TAUNY supporters Gray & Gray CPAs, P.C.,  John, Christine, and Angela Gray, for pledging $5,000 toward the Evergreen Campaign. Gray & Gray CPAs, P.C.are one of TAUNY's oldest and dearest friends. Gray & Gray CPAs, P.C. has underwritten numerous exhibits including "Funny Men of the Adirondacks" in 2006, "Carvers, Turners & Burners: A Showcase of North Country Woodwork" in 2007, and "Anatomy of a Packbasket" in 2009. They will  underwrite TAUNY's fall 2011 exhibits,  "Kindred Pursuits: Folk Art in North Country Art" and "TAUNY at 25 at Retrospective."  Just before The TAUNY Center closed for renovations in June, the Grays stopped by to check out progress--of renovations and the Evergreen Campaign!

A Celebration of Hazel Tyrrell...and More!

SeaComm Federal Credit Union has committed $5,000 in support of TAUNY's Evergreen Campaign to renovate The TAUNY Center on Main Street in Canton. Barb Bessette, Assistant Manager of SeaComm’s Canton branch, hands over the second installment check to TAUNY Development Director Kristen Whittier. Also present for the check presentation were TAUNY Center Project Director Varick Chittenden and SeaComm Financial Services Representatives Heather Perkins and Terry Torrey.  TAUNY is 84 percent of the way to raising $1.25 million for renovations to the cultural heritage center thanks to support from members, friends, and local businesses like SeaComm. 

																															Overall Goal	$1,250,000
																															Percent Raised	66%
																															North Country Friends	$358,745
																															Private Foundations	$140,000
																															Public Funding	$325,000
																															Total Raised	$823,745

These are exciting times at TAUNY!  In July the first phase of renovations to The TAUNY Center will begin. Phase 1 construction includes general infrastructure improvements and electrical upgrades, work on the Main Street and rear façades, a new handicap-accessible rear entrance and first-floor restroom, an elevator, and repairs and improvements to first floor gallery and Folkstore space.

“Completing the first phase of work on The TAUNY Center is a major step for us,” says TAUNY Center Project Director Varick A. Chittenden. “Treating this historic building with the respect it deserves and making it more accessible for everyone have been among our primary goals.“

During this phase of renovations, over the summer months a scaled-down North Country Folkstore will remain open Tuesday through Friday (closed Saturdays). Most of the building will be inaccessible and there will be no exhibits; the staff will be working off the premises.

The Evergreen Campaign, under the leadership of SUNY Canton President Joe Kennedy and Dine Kennedy, is ongoing.  We are especially pleased to announce that the Evergreen Campaign has been awarded a $40,000 grant from The Sumasil Fund of The Saint Paul Foundation. The gift was prompted by Jennifer Newell Easton, who has deep roots in the North Country and great enthusiasm for the work TAUNY is doing.  

Additional funding is required for the second phase of construction, which includes renovations to create classroom/meeting space, a recording studio, and offices on the second floor and archives and collections space on the basement level. Energy conservation improvements will also be made in the next phase. 

If you have not done so, please consider making a pledge to the Evergreen Campaign today.  Help us make The TAUNY Center a reality for the North Country.  Be sure to check this website regularly for photos and construction updates - watch us grow!

April 2010
We received official word that the National Park Service has awarded TAUNY a matching grant of $150,000 for the Evergreen Campaign. The grant is part of the federal Save America's Treasures initiative to preserve significant historic properties and collections.

Save America's Treasures is a public-private partnership that includes the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the National Park Service, and the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities. Through creative collaboration with preservation organizations, private donors, foundations, corporations, and media outlets, Save America's Treasures raises awareness and new resources for the nation's most important historic and cultural preservation efforts. The program is administered by the National Park Service.

According to Dwight Young of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, “Since its establishment in 1998, Save America’s Treasures has been a hugely successful tool for preserving the buildings, structures, documents, and works of art that tell America’s story – and for creating jobs and boosting local economies, too. The program has spotlighted some world-famous icons like the Star-Spangled Banner and Ellis Island. It has also opened people’s eyes to the importance--and fragility--of the lesser-known treasures in their own hometowns.”

“As a North Country resident, I am so glad that Representative John McHugh took the time and interest to give an impassioned speech in support of Save America's Treasures funding for TAUNY's capital project,” said Dine Kennedy, Co-Chair of the Evergreen Campaign with her husband, SUNY Canton President Joe Kennedy. The TAUNY Center Project Director Varick Chittenden echoed Mrs. Kennedy’s enthusiastic appreciation: “We are honored to receive a Save America's Treasures grant this year and very grateful to former Congressman McHugh for his help. It is a tremendous boost to TAUNY's current Evergreen Campaign to create The TAUNY Center and an important affirmation of our efforts to preserve our wonderful building in the heart of Canton's historic downtown. This grant acknowledges the importance of historic preservation to the quality of life in our communities and TAUNY's commitment to contribute to both the aesthetic and economic vitality of Canton and the North Country.”

• $70,000 - New York Main Street program (supports enhancement of central business districts) for repairs and improvements to both our front and rear facades.
• $60,000 - United States Department of Agriculture’s Community Facilities Program will help us install an elevator for access to all three floors of our building
• $45,000 - New York State Council on the Arts Capital Grants Program for increased handicap access by way of the elevator and restrooms.

We have also received generous gifts and pledges from private sources - individuals, families, and businesses throughout the North Country. Most recently we received notice of a grant from the Northern New York Community Foundation for $50,000 toward development of The TAUNY Center. The foundation is a wonderful organization that has generously supported causes of all kinds in Jefferson and Lewis counties for years.The recent expansion of their mission into St. Lawrence County was fortuitous for TAUNY and we will make every effort to be a good partner with them.

We’ve also received significant gifts and pledges from several businesses who have been loyal supporters of our programs in the past, including leadership contributions from North Country Savings Bank, Pease & Gustafson, LLP, St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union, White’s Flowers, SeaComm Federal Credit Union, Niles Asset Management, and Community Bank, NA.

Continue to check this site for updates and information on campaign progress.

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