Originally built in 1836, this two-story Greek Revival structure was linked to trade along the Ohio & Erie Canal, with commercial activities on the first floor, a hotel or boarding rooms on the second floor, and storage in the cellar and storehouse. After 1868, the building housed a general store—a business that continued until 1903 when the building became a residence. The National Park Service acquired the Boston Store with the intent to create a public meeting place and interpretative center on the history of canal boat building. QUINN EVANS | ARCHITECTS prepared an Historic Structure Report, documenting the building’s condition, as well as its historic episodes, and prepared the design and construction documentation to implement the report’s recommendations. This included exterior restoration of architectural details and structural reinforcement to accommodate new loads from public use of the structure. The interior was rehabilitated for public spaces, including design of interpretive exhibits on canal boat construction. |
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