Have you checked with the National Trust for Historic Preservation?  Their
web site is www.nationaltrust.org.  They may have information or be able to
direct you.
Sharon Maguire
Belle Meade Plantation

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From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf
Of Shaker Heritage Society
Sent: Monday, February 13, 2006 10:01 AM
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Subject: Public/Non-Profit Partnerships

Shaker Heritage Society is attempting to turn a neglected but historically
significant County owned site (a National Historic District) into a
community asset.  Right now the site is a white elephant that happens to be
located across the street from an international airport.  We gathered
representatives of the Town, County, Airport Authority and our board to work
together to realize the full potential of the site & just issued RFQ's to
develop a master plan for the site.  We are also renegotiating our lease
with the County.

Are there any models of a public/private partnership that we could look to
as we move forward through this process?  There's also the issue of years of
defered maintenance and the need for on-going maintenance which everyone
wants to pass on to someone else.  I'd appreciate hearing from anyone who
may have models, experience & wisdom to share.    Thanks,

-Star

Starlyn D'Angelo,
Executive Director
Shaker Heritage Society
875 Watervliet Shaker Rd. Suite 2
Albany, NY  12211
518.456.7890

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