PROPOSAL The Historical Society proposes installing at its new Strafford location a permanent interpretive exhibit to commemorate the 150 years of copperas and copper mining works at South Strafford. There currently does not exist in Strafford any permanent mine exhibit. The proposed exhibit would consist of two large wall panels flanked by two 3-D models, representing the copperas works and the copper mine respectively. (See attached graphics) The townspeople of Stafford have been occupied intensively with the clean up of the Elizabeth Mine site for the last 13 years. The complex issues have created controversy and contention in our small town, and the cleanup itself caused much disruption for ten of those years. The society would like to redirect attention in a positive way to the mine itself, the most significant, long-term contributor to the town’s history. We believe the exhibit would aid the goals of the mine reuse committee in the following ways: As an educational tool with interactive components such as locator LEDs on the displays, the exhibit would provide an optimal teaching/learning experience for children, townspeople and out-of-town visitors. The permanent interpretive exhibit could be the starting point for tours of the mine site, offering an overall view of the mine as it was when in operation, and an understanding of the extensive scope of the underground tunnels. Brochures, maps and trail guides linked to the material in the popular report and the documentary would be available at this installation. By fostering a sense of pride and appreciation for the mine among Strafford townspeople, the exhibit could contribute positively in important ways toward the mine reuse committee’s goals, including land acquisition. The exhibit can be made at a reasonable price and would be very low maintenance once installed. It is, perhaps, the least expensive historic interpretation currently under consideration. This proposal can be implemented quickly. We have consulted with Mat Doyle, a graphic designer with whom we have worked very satisfactorily in the past. Mat is available to design, produce and install the panels and 3-D models by this spring for the Grand Opening of the Historical Society’s new location. (See attached cost estimate and resumé) Alan Donohue SHS President
Phyl Harmon Mine Reuse Comm.
Stefanie Johnston SHS Curator
Cost Estimate
Design, Production & Materials Strafford Historical Society, Copperas & Copper Mine Displays Item Graphic Design Production Printing
Description Panoramic Displays showing photographic representation of mine buildings and landscape, and diagramatic representation of below-ground shaft and tunnel system Mounting & electrical/lighting components, 2D display panels; Construction, painting, electronics, 3D display models (copper & copperas displays) Panoramic Displays (3-ft. x 9-ft. & 2-ft. x 9-ft.); 45 sq. ft. total on HQ vinyl @ $7.50/sq. ft.
Estimated Cost $650.00 (10hrs @ $65/hr) Non-Profit Rate
$1,495.00 (23hrs @ $65/hr)
$337.50
Hardware & Materials
Paint, Plaster, Modeling Compound, LED lights and wiring
$250.00
Meetings & Consultation Time
Est. 4 hrs. @ $65/hr.
$260.00
Total Estimated Cost:
Designer’s Qualifications Mathew Doyle PO Box 1159, Norwich, VT 05055 • 802.281.3021 • mat@heronmail.net Education B.A. Union Institute and University: Fine Arts major, Psychology minor High School: Valedictorian, Class of 1995, Thetford Academy (Thetford, VT) Graphic Design & Illustration Design, Production, Project Management, Client Relationships, Business Administration Business Owner & Head Designer, Heron Graphic Arts, White River Jct., VT Designer & Pre-press Technician, Eagle Publications, Claremont, NH Designer & Pre-press Technician, Brattleboro Reformer, Brattleboro, VT Assistant Designer & Office Manager, Clark Communications Group, Sharon, VT
$2,992.50
Layout of Proposed Display Area with Items to be Constructed Note: Images are for illustration purposes only and do not show precise details of each item.
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3D Diorama
Copperas Production
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Mine Tunnel & Shaft System Diagram
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3D Diorama
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Interactive Information Panel
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Panoramic Image of Elizabeth Mine
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Posters and Information
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Mine Shaft & Tunnel Cross-Section (note: not detail-accurate)
Highlighting buildings & landmarks
Showing location and structure of principal underground works
Pressing buttons on panel illuminates corresponding buildings and landmarks on panorama and dioramas.
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Reference and inspiration images from other mining dioramas