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Three museum and historic projects seek CPA support; stucco asbestos, limestone cleaning and plaza accessibility among concerns

Springfield Community Preservation Committee · April 4, 2026
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The Kilroy House, the Fine Arts Museum and the Science Museum requested CPA funding for exterior preservation work. Presenters noted asbestos in stucco at Kilroy House and the need for careful remediation and bids; the Art Museum seeks steel‑sash and limestone repairs; the Science Museum proposed replacing a cracked slate plaza with accessible pavers but was asked to document original materials to meet historic‑preservation standards.

Representatives of local museums and historic properties presented three linked preservation proposals to the CPC on April 27.

Kilroy House: Presenters said laboratory analysis found asbestos in layers of exterior stucco; they recommended targeted repairs using helical anchors rather than wholesale removal to retain historic fabric. Museum representatives said asbestos‑compliant protocols and final contractor quotes are still being developed and that the Phase‑1…

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