Glebe House Museum Receives Matching Grant

The Glebe House Museum has been awarded a $10,000 matching grant from The 1772 Foundation, in cooperation with Preservation Connecticut, to support exterior repairs and painting of the historic Glebe House (c. 1745) located in the historic district of Woodbury, Connecticut.

This funding is part of a collaborative historic preservation technical assistance program led by Preservation Connecticut and The 1772 Foundation, designed to help safeguard significant historic properties across the state.

The Seabury Society for the Preservation of the Glebe House, Inc., the nonprofit organization responsible for maintaining the site, successfully secured matching funds thanks to the generous contributions of local donors. The project is scheduled for completion this summer, and both residents and visitors traveling along Woodbury’s historic Hollow Road will soon see the restored exterior.

“As we celebrate 101 years, we remain committed to preserving our beautiful historic site, finding new and exciting ways to connect with our community, and provide engaging experiences for our visitors,” said LoriAnn Witte, Director of the Glebe House Museum. “Through this funding, we will complete a project that protects the structure of the Glebe House and the unique collection contained within, ensuring its survival for future generations. This important funding has put our goal within reach. We are grateful for the support,” Witte added.

The restoration ensures that the Glebe House—one of Connecticut’s treasured historic landmarks as well as one of the oldest historic house museums in the country continues to serve as a cultural, educational, and community resource for years to come.

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