Raising the Roof !
Historic Day Nursery Roof Restoration
Project
The Historic Day Nursery was build in 1922. The original
slate roof remained in place for over 65 hears. In the mid-1980s,
the slate began to disintegrate and was replaced with asphalt
shingles, the best option at the time. In 2007, CNC's Board
of Directors approved a proposal to restore the roof to
its original state, both in its appearance and historical
integrity, so that it will last at least another half century.
The total project is expected to cost $524,000. Fundraising
is well underway, thanks to a $200,000 matching grant from
the Colorado Historical Society's State Historical Fund.
This grant gives us the opportunity to preserve a one-of-a-kind
treasure for the people of Colorado Springs.
CNC now seeks to raise the additional $324,000 in matching
funds through grants, individual and corporate donation.
Call the CNC at 719-632-1754, Ext. 23, for more information
about this project, serving on the committee, or donations.
You may also download the poster
for display at your business or organization.
Mail donations to:
Colorado Springs Day Nursery
ATTN: Adele Faber, Director of Development
104 E. Rio Grande
Colorado Springs, CO 80903