Ensuring the historical integrity and the functional performance of Lounsbury House requires both vigilance and financial resources. The Board of Directors anticipates that approximately $1,000,000 will be needed over the next 10 years or so to meet recurring demands needed to preserve Ridgefield’s town treasure. Toward this end, a special Preservation Fund is being established to protect the long-term integrity and vitality of Lounsbury House. We welcome any contributions that will help in this important and worthwhile effort.
Anticipated projects over the next ten years include:
- Garden beautification
- Maintenance to ADA Compliant Elevator as needed
- Periodic repair or replacement of interior finishes
- Repair and paint Lounsbury House exterior
- Replace boilers as needed
- Repair air conditioning equipment as needed
- Identify and implement energy saving improvements
- Replace storm windows
- Paint interior of stair towers
- Replace roof of Lounsbury House
- Restoration of the historic first and second floor windows
- Restoration of historic first floor pocket doors
- Chimney repair, liners and fireplace restoration
- Continued plaster restoration
