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Bring Back the Glory of the Bear Mountain Inn
When the Bear Mountain Inn first opened its doors in 1915, it was hailed as one of the finest examples of rustic Adirondack architecture in America. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it has lived up to those accolades as both a destination and cornerstone of the Hudson River Valley.
To all who visit today, however, it is apparent that this venerable structure is in need of restoration. Hugh Hardy, an eminent restoration architect, chosen to guide the renovation states: "We have come to realize that public parks need to integrate wilderness and open spaces with water, recreational facilities and buildings that offer refreshment and rest. In its original form that is exactly what the Bear Mountain Inn did. Now the time has come to return it to its earlier splendor, which we will do using state-of-the-art environnmental technology combined with an understanding of the past."
Plans call for the relocation of the main entrance and the recreation of the rustic-style lobby. We will restore banquet rooms and 13 guest suites. Our restoration plan also includes the creation of a park cafe that will offer warmth and light fare, and a Hudson River Valley Bookstore with publications on the environment, history and architecture of the region as well as locally produced crafts and foods. Technological upgrades will make Bear Mountain State Park and all of the Commission's resources available to the "virtual visitor" through video and audio conferencing and Web site distance learning. Internal improvements will maximize efficiency while reducing heating and cooling costs, making the Inn an environmental showcase.
Help us to bring back the glory.
The Palisades Parks Conservancy is a non-profit corporation exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal revue code. Membership is welcome. Donations are tax-deductible. Contributions should be sent to The Palisades Parks Conservancy, Administration Building, Bear Mountain, NY 10911 USA. 845-786-2701. Or you can use our secure Web site membership link.
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