OIRF Supports Preserving An Historic Church

 
 

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Kelly Friend, President of Old Island Restoration Foundation, delivered a check for $ 3,750 to a grateful Fr. Thomas J. Sterner, Pastor of the First Congregational Church.  The brick church located at 527 William Street was built c.1893 and survived major hurricanes in the early 20th Century that destroyed another nearby church and other structures .  The award will help pay for repairs to the old metal roof.

Funds for OIRF grants are generated by selling tickets to four annual Key West House Tours; the 55th season opener is December 27th & 28th .  To nominate a house to be showcased in a future tour or for tour tickets and information, go to www.oirf.org or call 305-294-9501.