Throughout the winter season, Mr. Freddy Sawyer, our longtime maintenance lead, together with Fritz, his skilled painter, worked diligently to scrape and repaint the exterior of the Museum house. At the same time, Mr. Mickey Sawyer and his crew—Roberts, father and son—completed the reconstruction of the two severely damaged porches. I remained close behind them, procuring lumber, fasteners, paint, and all necessary supplies to keep the work moving forward.

In the spring, the team paused briefly to address other essential projects around the island. Now, Freddy and Fritz have returned to the Museum to begin replacing the hurricane shutters that were destroyed. Heavy‑duty hinges and shutter dogs have been ordered and are currently en route.

Thanks to generous contributions from many supporters, as well as assistance from the Ministry of Tourism, we are able to continue this vital restoration work.

We are presently awaiting the milling and treatment of southern yellow pine to replace the front room floor, which suffered extensive water and termite damage. Once the new flooring is installed, the building will undergo termite tenting. Our hope is to reopen the Front Room to the public in early 2023, complete with artifacts, artwork, and interpretive displays.

Interior repainting, window repairs, and the replacement of the Olde Kitchen roof will continue as part of the ongoing restoration effort.

We extend our sincere appreciation for the encouragement, generosity, and steadfast support that have sustained this project through the difficult years following Hurricane Dorian.