Gallery
Take a peek behind the scenes of this exciting project. We have included images that capture key moments of the preservation process.
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C&H Restoration and Renovation is continuing to rebuild the collapsed 612 roof, with new framing. While we were able to save almost all the original structural members on the 614 (left) roof, we’ve known the condition of the 612 roof is a different story and would require rebuilding.
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Stabilization work has been funded by an African American Heritage Preservation Program grant administered by the Maryland Historical Trust and Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture, as well as a a grant from Baltimore City Department of Housing & Community Development.
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The foundations were stabilized and reconstructed as needed. Before the walls were temporarily removed, all studs were documented and labeled so they could be put back in their original locations.
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C&H beginning the process of rebuilding the roof and dormers.
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Front facade after completion of the structural stabilization and exterior restoration.
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The front facade prior to commencement of project.
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Rear facade of the houses with plexiglass window showing original weatherboards.
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Rear view of the houses prior to removal of the early twentieth century brick addition.
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C&H Restoration and Renovation team who completed the stabilization and exterior restoration.
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Interior of 614 S Wolfe Street showing reconstructed brick nogging (with original bricks and studs).
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Friends Group board members Barbara Weeks, Sarah Groesbeck, and Matthew Mosca received Baltimore Heritage Preservation Award 2023 on behalf of the Friends Group.
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David Gleason (President of the Preservation Society) and Courtney Capute (President of the Friends Group) receiving the Excellence in Restoration Award from Anne Raines, Deputy Director of the Maryland Historical Trust, in May 2024.
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City Council of Baltimore Resolution recognizing the first phase of the restoration of the Ship Caulkers’ Houses.
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Friends Group board member Barbara Weeks addressing visitors during Doors Open Baltimore in October 2024.
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Friends Group board members Sarah Groesbeck, Courtney Capute, and Arnold Capute presenting at the March 2025 architectural tour, “Traces of the Past.”
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Looking through the door of 612 S Wolfe Street during the March 2025 architectural tour, “Traces of the Past.”
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