Progress Report on the Restoration
Architect John Paul Hanbury brings Bob up to date on the progress that’s been made on the restoration of the Virginia governor’s mansion.
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Dumbwaiter Installation
Peter Dolan (from the Atlas Elevator Company) and Chuck Bailey (from the Virginia Elevator Company) put in the brand-new dumbwaiter.
Tour of the Hancock-Wirt-Caskie House
Bob tours the unique Hancock-Wirt-Caskie House.
Applying the Wood Moldings
Having reviewed the progress made in the basement, Bob checks out some of the finish carpentry techniques used in applying wood moldings.
Inspecting the Concrete Slab in the Basement
Carpenter Bob Ryley and contractor Mike Wescott inspect the basement concrete slab, then go over other construction details in the basement.
Window Sash Restoration
Carpenter Bob Ryley works alongside preservationist Fred Ecker to restore an old window sash.
Tour of Wickham House
Bob takes a tour of Wickham House, a high-style museum designed by Alexander Parris, the architect of the Virginia governor’s mansion.
Restoring the Guest Cottage
Bob checks progress in the basement and attic of the governor’s mansion, then visits the guest cottage to see how the restoration is progressing.
Reviewing the Exterior and Discussing the Addition
General contractor Sam Daniels gives Bob the details about the three-level northeast addition.
Tour of Agecroft Hall
Bob tours Agecroft Hall and its luxurious gardens. The property overlooks the James River.