The Restoration

The goal of the 1780 House restoration was to maximize beauty, utility, and history. The restoration sought to combine the Colonial history of the building with industrial elements and modern conveniences.

In partnership with Adams & Beasley and the Concord Historical Commission, the building has undergone a 3-year restoration process. Original beams have been salvaged and put on full display. Original windows have been restored and made operational again. Windows (many of which were discovered hidden behind drywall) now have light streaming through them again. Strips of original wallpaper have been saved and re-purposed. Original fireplaces have been unearthed behind drywall, restored brick-by-brick, and made to be operational wood-burning fireplaces once again.

The new materials that were introduced to the building were done so with a heavy lean towards natural materials. The walls are now insulated with wool. Industrial steel beams are on full display. Fixtures were updated with locally sourced, hand-forged iron. Natural stone is on the countertops and some floors. 400 year old, and 15” wide yellow Southern pine floor boards now fill the entire building. Wooden bead boards now clads the ceilings. Copper and slate now adorn the roof. Granite pavers now line the front walkway. The hardscaping that paved the front of the building has been restored to the original grass and the entire 1780 House is now surrounded by plants, flowers, and trees.

The restoration has been a true labor of love. Whether or not you’re interested in viewing art, we invite you to come and visit us at 1780 House.