20071213 Hoff Barn press conference

Hoff Barn press conference

December 10, 2007 Media Advisory

For more information on the Hoff Barn: Hoff Barn - Marlin K. Hoff Memorial Log Barn in Carroll Co. MD

For a YouTube video of the barn in its current location…

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What: Press conference to announce a major step in the historic Hoff Log Barn relocation project

Where: Carroll County Farm Museum

When: 9 a.m. Thursday, December 13

Details: The Marlin K. Hoff Memorial Log Barn stood for more than two centuries on a farm outside of New Windsor, Maryland. It is a rare example of 18th century craftsmanship, constructed of hand-hewn log beams that are joined without nails or other attachment. The Maryland Historical Trust calls the barn “one of the most significant farm buildings in Carroll County.”

The circa 1794 barn will be dismantled and rebuilt as part of the permanent historical exhibits at the Carroll County Farm Museum. The $400,000 cost to move the barn is being raised through private donations.

Directions: From Baltimore, take Interstate 695 (Beltway) to Exit 19 (Interstate 795). Follow I-795 north to Maryland Route 140 west. At Center Street, turn left and go one mile. The Farm Museum is at 500 South Center Street.

From Westminster, from Route 140, turn onto Center Street. Follow the road for one mile. The Farm Museum is at 500 South Center Street.

For more information, contact: Bob Jones, Chairman

Hoff Memorial Barn Steering Committee

410-848-7687

20071213 Hoff Barn press conference

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