[MassHistPres] Arlington Town Hall cupola demolition

[Barbara Kurze]

Hello,

The Newton Upper Falls Historic District Commission approved a successful steeple restoration project for an 1827 church at 15-21 Summer St. Southgate Steeplejacks (Barre VT) were able to replicate details and elements that couldn’t be restored, as well as making the structure and installation more water proof. If the cupola can’t be restored, then replication should absolutely be possible. I am curious – why does the existing cupola need to be demolished? Seems like a very important architectural element!

I’m happy to talk to you about the project in Upper Falls.


Barbara Kurze
Senior Preservation Planner
City of Newton Planning Department
1000 Commonwealth Avenue
Newton, MA 02459
617.796.1129
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Thank you, everyone, for your information and suggestions. You've already helped me in my goal of getting restoration into the current discussion.

Several respondents asked for images of the cupola as it stands today:
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