A Compass Roofing worker rips off the old shingles on the Hargis House in Grand Island on Friday morning. Compass Roofing is donating the brand new roof which hadn’t been replaced in nearly 25 years.
JOSH SALMON, THE INDEPENDENT
Work began Friday applying a new roof to the Hargis House in Grand Island. Compass Roofing is donating the brand new roof which hadn’t been replaced in nearly 25 years.
JOSH SALMON photos, THE INDEPENDENT
Work began Friday on applying a new roof to the Hargis House, located on West Second Street in Grand Island. Compass Roofing is donating the brand new roof, which hadn’t been replaced in nearly 25 years.
JOSH SALMON, THE INDEPENDENT
“They’re the answer to my prayers,” said Sherry Moore, president of the Hargis House Woman’s Club.
The Hargis House will host a Victorian tea party at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 24.
The event will include fashion hats of the era along with entertainment. Linda Studley will give a presentation on “Grandma’s Hankies,” exploring the ways handkerchiefs were used at the turn of the century.
Attendees will take home a complimentary gift from the event. Assorted desserts and beverages will be served. Attendees are welcome to wear their “fancy hat” and bring one of their vintage handkerchiefs if they would like.
Studley, co-chair of the event, shared, “Time is not kind to anyone’s or anything’s appearance, the Hargis House included. In an effort to keep this showcase, historical home alive and in use by all of those interested in the surrounding areas, repairs are a priority. Our goal is to have this home to be around for our children and grandchildren to enjoy.”
A suggested donation of $10 will be collected at the event to be used for restoration of the house. Co-chair Martha Moellenberndt at 308-379-6121 is taking reservations. There is no deadline for reservations. However, seating is limited to around 60.
Members are planning future events to provide information about other customs of the Victorian era.
The Hargis House may be used to host tea parties, anniversaries, baby and wedding showers and weddings.
A Compass Roofing worker rips off the old shingles on the Hargis House in Grand Island on Friday morning. Compass Roofing is donating the brand new roof which hadn’t been replaced in nearly 25 years.
Work began Friday applying a new roof to the Hargis House in Grand Island. Compass Roofing is donating the brand new roof which hadn’t been replaced in nearly 25 years.
Work began Friday on applying a new roof to the Hargis House, located on West Second Street in Grand Island. Compass Roofing is donating the brand new roof, which hadn’t been replaced in nearly 25 years.
