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Historic Committees Report
Current Members of the Historic Commission
Brentwood History

The Historic Commission is composed of twelve members. One member shall be a member of the Board of Commissioners selected by the Board of Commissioners. One member shall be a member of the Brentwood Planning Commission selected by the Planning Commission. The remaining ten members shall be residents of the city appointed by the Board of Commissioners

The Historic Commission’s purpose is to promote the preservation of Brentwood’s historic sites and heritage. This is accomplished by recognizing and preserving the historic sites in Brentwood such as the Cool Springs House in Crockett Park and the Boiling Spring Academy in Primm Park. The Commission also provides educational programs, activities and events relating to the heritage of Brentwood. Each board member is responsible for one major project a year.

The Board meets on the third Friday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the Brentwood Municipal Center, 5211 Maryland Way.

Anyone wishing to address the Historic Commission about a matter or would like more information about the Historic Commission, please contact the Community Relations Director Linda Lynch at 371-0060, or Brentwood History.

Current Members of the Historic Commission

Historic Commission Report

• Officers – Anne Laine Goad, Chairman; Sherry Hammond, Vice Chairman; Kathie Greaves, Secretary;  City Commissioner Anne Dunn; City Staff Linda Lynch
• Historic Brentwood Cemeteries – the cemetery committee has undertaken the identification of all Brentwood historic cemeteries. They have also begun photographing and transcribing the tombstones and are in the process of providing the GPS documentation for inclusion on City planning maps. Once these tasks are completed, the committee will begin to review and digitalize the information for future availability on the Internet and at the Brentwood Library for genealogical research. If you are interested in historic cemeteries contact Kathie Greaves, 776-2268.
• Boiling Spring Academy Program – another successful year at our Moores Lane one room school circa 1832! Each year approximately 900 period-costumed Brentwood third-graders step back in time for “A Day in 1845.” The commission developed a classroom program taught by retired teachers which includes penmanship, arithmetic (using slates and slate pencils), history, recitation, a spelling bee, and an activity book. For information, contact Carole Crigger, 661-4231.
• Boiling Spring Academy Docent Committee – the academy is open to the public on the third Sunday of the month, May through October from 2:00–4:00. To be a docent, please contact Kathie Greaves at 776-2268. Periodic training sessions are scheduled.
• Historic Brentwood Cemeteries – the cemetery committee has undertaken the identification of all Brentwood historic cemeteries. They have also begun photographing and transcribing the tombstones and are in the process of providing the GPS documentation for inclusion on City planning maps. Once these tasks are completed, the committee will begin to review and digitalize the information for future availability on the Internet and at the Brentwood Library for genealogical research. If you are interested in historic cemeteries contact Kathie Greaves, 776-2268.
• Historic Markers – the marker committee is in the process of completing an inventory of all Historic Brentwood markers. They will assess the type and condition of existing markers and restore or replace the signs. The committee will also encourage new signage where opportunities exist, and will provide GPS location information for inclusion on a city map. Volunteers are welcome, contact Gil Hutchinson, 372-3558.
• Community Outreach – this busy committee plans excellent activities such as historic craft classes and historic speakers. Judy Lawing and Tom Bain have scheduled four historic speaker events, and Sharon Wnuk has planned four historic craft programs at the Brentwood Library.
• Historic Tapes – Mary Lou Gallagher’s committee has completed an impressive number of historic video interviews. Copies are in the Brentwood Library for use by the community. They include:
• “Conversations at Concord House" (15 episodes) on Channel 19 every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:00 p.m.
• Historic Brentwood DVD on Channel 19, Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 7:00 p.m.
• Unedited DVDs of 58 people and topics pertaining to Brentwood’s history
• Fundraising Committee – This committee is involved in several projects throughout the year to raise money for our projects. To volunteer, contact Sherry Hammond, 776-1438.
• Historic Brochures – Arlene Cooke’s committee is working on updating the information and format of the brochures

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