In the wake of recent wildfires and floods, many of Tennessee’s historic buildings have suffered damage. While the state has a long history of preserving its heritage, the task of restoring these damaged buildings will be a daunting one.
There are a number of steps that must be taken in order to restore a historic building. First, the building must be assessed for damage. This assessment will help to determine the extent of the damage and what steps will need to be taken in order to restore the building. Once the assessment is complete, the next step is to stabilize the building. This may involve shoring up the structure or removing debris. Once the building is stabilized, the restoration process can begin.
There are a number of different methods that can be used to restore a historic building. The most important thing is to use methods that will not further damage the building. For example, many historic buildings are made of wood, so it is important to use methods that will not cause the wood to rot or deteriorate further.
Once the restoration is complete, the building will need to be inspected to ensure that it meets all of the necessary safety standards. Once the building is deemed safe, it can be reopened to the public.
The process of restoring a historic building can be a long and difficult one, but it is important to preserve our state’s history. These buildings are a part of who we are as Tennesseans, and they should be preserved for future generations.
https://www.nps.gov/nr/publications/bulletins/nrb15-2/nrb15-2_restoring_historic_buildings.htm
https://www.preservationnation.org/information-center/technical-assistance/technical-bulletins/restoring-historic-buildings-after-disaster.html
https://www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/historical-preservation/publications-reports/publications/restoring-historic-buildings.html