American Log Home Heritage
In 2001, Rob proposed that the Log Homes Council establish a Heritage Grant to support non-profit enterprises that are restoring log buildings for the benefit of the public to witness this part of our national history. The Grant was first given to Explore Park near Roanoke, VA. They were deconstructing log structures from around the area and reconstructing them at the Park.
Pursuing other organizations featuring their heritage of log building, this page offers a look at the role of log structures in our history. These are truly living American treasures that demonstrate the durability of log homes, even when “TLC” was not applied until the restoration. Others show a slice of history and service that is a source of pride for the log home industry. Contributions to this page are welcomed. Send us your story.
Historical Research
A significant log building history is available through the National Park Service. Below are three references to log building in our national parks and more. For an excellent historic summary and information on care and restoration of log buildings, visit the Henry Ford site here.
A Different View Of Homes In D.C.
The photo is circa 1920. Two women in new Oldsmobile in front of log cabin, Rock Creek Park, Washington, D.C. Photo taken for Oldsmobile Sales Co.
Repository: Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division Washington, D.C. 20540 USA.
For an excellent historic summary and information on care and restoration of log buildings, visit the Henry Ford site here.