GC2AVKX Unicoi Quilt Trail: The Crazy Quilt Pattern (Traditional Cache) in Tennessee, United States created by TNMadHatter

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GC2AVKX ▼

A cache by TNMadHatter Message this owner

Hidden : 6/26/2010

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Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:

Appalachian Quilted Trail

The original Barn Quilt project was funded by a Blue Ridge National Heritage Grant through Handmade in America. The mission of the organization is to protect, preserve, interpret and develop the unique natural, historical and cultural resources for the benefit of present and future generations

History

This museum was the superintendent’s residence for the Erwin Fish Hatchery.

The superintendent’s residence was constructed during the fiscal year 1903. Known as “Quarters #1”, the house was constructed by G.W.N. Brown at a cost of $4,454.50, and its dimensions are listed as 52’x56’, two-story, 10 rooms. Its estimated value was $5,000. Although there were three prior superintendents, the first to occupy the residence was Mr. A.G. Keesecker and his family from 1905 until his retirement in 1931. Five succeeding superintendents also lived there.

In its day, it was one of the grandest houses in the Country. The years took a toll, and, by 1982, the stately old house had become dilapidated and almost impossible to heat. The Federal Government ordered its demolition. Mr. Ralph Erwin of the Unicoi County Chamber of Commerce suggested the renovation of the house into a museum and center for community activities. The Chamber, working with the Hatchery Superintendent, Mr. Roger Schultz, signed an agreement with the United States Government that “Quarters #1” should become the Unicoi County Heritage Museum. On July 3, 1982, nine rooms were opened to the public.