Restoration Projects
Completed and in Progress
From the Ely Barn, to the Blacksmith Shop and the Kelseyville Jail, historic restoration and preservation is a key part of the mission of the Lake County Historical Society.
The Blacksmith Shop
In the late 1800's and early 1900's, nearly every community in Lake County had a blacksmith and livery stable. Blacksmiths were called upon to build and repair wagons, fabricate metal fasteners, parts, tools and every type of implement for the home and the farm.
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The Kelseyville Jail
Built in 1896 by Del Reeder and Will Kelsay, the two-cell jail was located behind the Kelseyville courthouse. In 1900, it became a branch of the Lake County Jail System and was used as a holding cell for the City of Lakeport.
The Ferron Wagon
Freight wagons could be found on all the stage roads. Their 6-horse teams, weight and size made them difficult to drive, hard to turn and slow to stop. The restoration was made possible by the generous donation and hard work of Dr. Paul Marchand and the Highland Springs Equestrian Center.
More Restorations Projects will be highlighted here. Please visit this page for updates.