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A recent example, and probably the most visible, is the Donaldson home along Route 19, which sat cater-cornered from the shopping center that bears the family's name. After several years on the market, the property finally was purchased, and the house was no more.
Similar situations have occurred in less-conspicuous areas of the township. A couple of years ago, a house off Bebout Road, built in 1809, was leveled in favor of a brand-new abode.
That certainly is the property owner's prerogative. But for those who appreciate history, it's sad to see.
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Of course, a 200-year-old building presents its share of challenges. Think about the wear and tear on your own home in just a few years, and multiply that exponentially. The result can be quite a financial burden, particularly on a volunteer organization.
The historical society always has promoted the Wright House as a community asset, where visitors can learn about local history. In fact, the house has been designated as the Museum of Westward Expansion, with exhibits from prehistoric times through the relatively recent past.
The museum periodically hosts fundraising events to help keep the house standing, and one is coming up soon.
An Antique Stroll will be held from 12:30 to 6 p.m. June 19. The "antique" part refers to a sale by local dealers of such items as glassware, furniture, artwork and toys.
And visitors will be able to purchase items from the Wright House, itself: memorabilia that historical society members and other people in the community have donated over the decades.
The "stroll" is your opportunity to walk around the house and its grounds, including an award-winning garden and the authentic log house behind the main structure. The smaller building, which dates to approximately the late 18th century, was moved from West Finley Township and rebuilt as part of the museum.
Hanging out during the Antique Stroll will be Colonial-period re-enactors, ready to tell stories about when Washington and Greene counties were part of the frontier.
Come with an empty stomach: Folks who have visited the museum's annual Soup and Stroll can attest to the culinary abilities of some of the historical society members!
The Enoch Wright House/Museum of Westward Expansion is at 815 Venetia Road. With your support, it can continue to be there for a long time to come.
Online editor Harry Funk can be reached at hfunk@observer-reporter.com.
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