COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – After sitting empty for nearly six years, the building which used to be the home of Taylor’s Stationers underwent a transformation during 2022.
Work was nearly complete on the new storefront renovation late in the year as they building at 60 West Chicago will soon become the home of the Children’s Museum of Branch County.
A crowdfunding campaign was held to help fund the project as the Coldwater Downtown Development Authority renovated nearly 7,000 square feet of interior space.
With the help of over 70 donors and many local service clubs, Coldwater Main Street Director and Economic Development Coordinator Audrey Tappenden told the D.D.A. Board on October 26 that they exceeded their $50,000 goal and raised more than $73,000 towards creating a bigger, brighter Children’s Museum.
Tappenden said after meeting their goal, they will receive an additional $50,000 from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Public Spaces Community Places grant program.
Funds from the campaign and community support have been used for numerous improvements including new bathrooms, a multipurpose room along with brand new carpeting and paint.
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