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Restoration Stories

Short stories celebrating the restoration and repair of family heirlooms, antiques and the joy that comes from making the old, new again.

Whidbey Island Farmland Preservation

A Touch of Grace on Whidbey Island

May 15, 2013

Whidbey Island farmers saved their land and way of life for generations to come with farmland preservation efforts that are still in place today.

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A few of the more than 2,000 artifacts in John Maloney's collection are displayed for visitors.

Restoring Antique Farm Tools

March 7, 2013

Story and photos by Bob Kelley Have you ever seen a hog oiler or a brass claw hammer? Would you recognize a hit-and-miss flywheel engine if you saw one? Or

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A sun-warmed prairie. Photography by Taddie Kelly of Mart, Texas.

Prairie Preserved by Community Pride

February 21, 2013

Community shares the joy of restoring a miraculous little piece of America’s Great Prairie.

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Thanking the Civilian Conservation Corps

Thanking the Civilian Conservation Corps

January 23, 2013

A reader thanks the men whose can-do attitude helped build our nation’s parks.

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Restoring Antiques and Classic Cars

Restoring Antiques and Classic Cars

December 17, 2012

Short story recounting how an Ohio man used his handy skills to restore over 100 cars and countless antiques.

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The Red Truck

The Red Truck

October 25, 2012

This ’46 Chevy was loved by his grandpa, and years later Robbie would begin restoration on it himself.

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The Country team gathered before getting to work.

Restoring a Housebarn

August 27, 2012

Country’s staff descends on a historic Wisconsin housebarn for a day of hard labor and fun.

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Home Restoration Turns into Family Heirloom

Home Restoration Turns into Family Heirloom

August 20, 2012

Beneath the crumbling façade of an old home stood a cabin that would inspire a family.

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Barn Restoration Stays in the Family

Barn Restoration Stays in the Family

May 11, 2012

Named the Michigan Barn of the Year in 2006, this family heirloom was a true restoration success.

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