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Georgetown Baptist Church was established in 1810. The present Gothic architecture structure was built in 1891.
Georgetown University in the background, the Georgetown waterfront near Key Bridge in the foreground.
This is a shot of the historic mining town of Georgetown Colorado. I took this shot from the mountain side at an elevation of 8700ft. I had an opportunity to trek through the town, and was blown away at the tremendous history this town has. I could have spent an entire day in Georgetown going in and out of the various shops, sampling the local cuisine, and - of course - photographing the historic town. I definitely need to return to Georgetown. It was snowing off and on during this day. In the distance you can see the snow whipping down the side of the mountain across the lake. The wind was so strong on this day that it blew over a semi-truck - really.
I was forwarded this email today, I think it says it all.
Dear honorable members of the Landmarks Board,
Yesterday, I stood with friends and neighbors as "the wall" was separated from the Stock House. It was surreal to watch as a machine crunched through brick and twisted and turned rebar. More disturbing was the sound of the bricks hitting the ground and the squeal of steel as the jaws of the machine pulled out the wall's bracing.
But, what was remarkable, is that the wall stood.
It was as though the wall fought against the machine's jaws every step of the way. In attempt to prove, that it was stronger than Sabey anticipated. And that it wasn't going down without a fight.
And so I write to you today.
For, to me, that wall symbolizes the life of the Georgetown community. The wall has withstood fire, an earthquake and decades of neglect. And in recent years the wall, and the mass of old brewery buildings, has stood guard as Georgetown's historic business district has come back to life. Shielding us from the freeway and railroads. Reminding of us the proud history that is Georgetown.
And yesterday, that wall withstood the jaws of death. Without additional support or bracing. Just by sheer will. This is the very essence of Georgetown.
But, if that wall is to have the chance to continue its life, she needs your help. She needs your protection. So I ask that you strongly consider preserving the remaining portion of the wall. And let her continue to watch over her beloved Georgetown, as she has for over a century.
Thanks very much for your time and thoughtful deliberation of this request.
Cheers,
Holly Krejci
homeowner in Georgetown, member of the Community Council & Merchants' Association
206.852.5789