Four photos show the progress. If you are not familiar with this renovation effort or chapel cars in general visit this detailed web site (which includes history and a floor plan). Click here.
The renovation moves forward with both professional and volunteer staff due to generous contributions of individuals and foundation assistance.
I expect the pictures will raise several questions but since I am new to the project I certainly will not be able to answer most of your questions. The Museum's Executive Director monitors this forum and will answer the questions you post.
1. This is the chapel end of the car (as opposed to the parsonage end). Having sat on the ground for decades the bottom corner sills and lower frame work needs replacing or major work as can be seen.
2. Looking through the car from the chapel end to the parsonage end. Note the scaffolding needed to support the roof during lower structural work.
3. The chapel end is ahead in the picture with the parsonage end to the right. The parsonage living space for the parson and his wife is two rooms, together about the size of a mid-size RV. The sanctuary is to the left of the living space. Doors were cut mid-car, both sides, when it was a diner. As expected, these areas are turning out to require extensive structure replacement.
4. This is looking approximately at the sanctuary area.
Please post your observations and questions. Thanks.