Kids Day

What do they really think?

Some staff from Skinner Farlow Kirwan Architecture stopped by Fredrick Douglass Elementary School to hear from the kids and what they think should be at their school. They had some very creative and fun things planned!

We had so much fun listening to the children and what they believe should belong at Fredick Douglass. A few suggestions include a colorful garden full of flowers, a giant aquarium on the playground, and four-story playhouse. Some necessary qualities the school needs include windows, spaces, fancy lighting, and comfortable seats. Now this we can do! Thank you so much for having us and we are so excited to see the children learn in a new environment!

the ultimate fort

Do we have a future architect on our hands?

"The new building was completed in 1860. Its high elevation, tall windows, tower, and steeple make it a graceful church building. Captain Berry's use of white trim against red brick gives it a Georgian quality and definitely relates it to the old courthouse. The louvered shutters, galley, original pews, and antique pulpit with fluted columns give interest to the interior of the church. The original building (sanctuary/narthex/balcony/basement) designed by Captain Berry remains intact. When the church was built, the floor slanted down toward the pulpit. A large stove was located at the back of the church. There was another stove where the organ is now located. The pews and pulpit date back to this time.

A local legend tells that during the Civil War, when the Confederates found that they needed more cannons to hold their lines, they asked the church to donate the bell to be melted and added to their cannon supply. The church declined the proposition."

From Hillsborough United Methodist Church's Website.  Read more Here.

Wonderful building in Pittsboro.  Find out more Here.