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Work on Antique Village chapel ending for season

ESCANABA — Construction of a nondenominational chapel at the U.P. Steam and Gas Engine Association’s Antique Village in the U.P. State Fairgrounds is close to wrapping up until spring.

According to Project Coordinator for the chapel, Ann Jousma-Miller, preparations for winterizing are going smoothly, explaining the trim work and trench for an electric line have been completed, and siding continues to be placed before winter gains a hold.

Back in August, concrete was poured for the base of the chapel, and in October the first wall was raised.

In the spring, insulation, drywall, and flooring will be started, said Jousma-Miller, adding stained glass windows created by the village’s glass blower, Beth Cox, will also be put in come spring. Additional projects that will need to be added in spring include the chapel’s bell tower, which is still currently under construction.

“It’s been one step at a time,” Jousma-Miller said.

In order to have the chapel ready for winter, Jousma-Miller said over 40 volunteers have come to the village to contribute toward the effort, noting she couldn’t be more thankful for their assistance.

“The people have been amazing,” she said. “The community has been awesome.”

In an effort to raise funds for the chapel, the association initiated a “Buy a Board” campaign back in summer. For a minimum donation of $25, a board could be purchased in the name of a family, in memory of a loved one, or in the name of a business. So far, 248 boards have been purchased and will be later used as the walls of the chapel.

The “Buy a Board” campaign is almost over, said Jousma-Miller, noting those wishing to purchase a board should do so by the end of this week.

The association is still looking for pew seats and antique light fixtures for the chapel, noted Jousma-Miller. Anyone interested in donating items towards the chapel should contact Jousma-

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