Greenwich Historical Society

Address: 47 Strickland Rd, Cos Cob, CT

Services: Construction Management

Construction Type: Historical Renovation/Museum

Size: 13,000 sf

Contract: $8,600,000

Architect: David Scott Parker Architects

Project Description:

• The project involved work on the campus of the Greenwich Historical Society, recipient of the 2020 Trustees Emeritus Award for Excellence in the Stewardship of Historic Sites, to implement the total renovation of one historic structure and minor renovations to another. The construction of a new gallery/ archive building, extensive site work and a new parking area, were also included in the project scope.
• The Toby House was restored to its 1835 exterior appearance and modified on the interior for a cafe and museum store on the first floor and conference facilities above. Numerous historical features such as the original wide plank floor were preserved. The original wall covering was reproduced and hung in the café area.
• The Storehouse received minor modifications including a new internal staircase and a new roof.
• A new masonry structure was built to replace the existing archive building and to serve as a gallery for displays, classes and functions. Two barn-like structures connected with a glass entry served as a reception lobby for the entire complex of buildings.
• Site work included extensive rock removal, retaining walls, a new parking lot, utility relocation and extensive landscaping. Due to the proximity to Interstate 95, blasting was carefully coordinated with the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
• Construction management services included: constructability reviews, budgeting, value engineering, logistical planning, safety planning, subcontractor bid and award, safety and logistical planning, pre-purchase program, scheduling, and construction.