We have a rare opportunity to climb up into the scaffolding inside one of the great interior historic spaces in Baltimore: the First and Franklin Presbyterian Church in Mount Vernon. The church is in the midst of renovations, and we have a chance to see the historic building up close and up high before the scaffolding comes down with Rev. Dr. Alison Halsey, the church’s pastor and our tour guide.
The renovations are being undertaken by the architecture firm of Murphy and Dittenhafer. Principal architect Michael Murphy, who was overseeing the work, passed away unexpectedly last week–an enormous loss for preservation and architecture in Baltimore. We are holding this tour as a tribute to Mr. Murphy and his contributions to Baltimore.
Tour Information
Date: Sunday, February 21, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Place: First and Franklin Church, 210 West Madison Street at the corner of Park Avenue
Meet at the church’s “Backus House,” on Madison Avenue next to the church
Park on the Street
Cost: $10
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