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A new museum is underway, dedicated
to the history and contributions of the Estey Organ Company of Brattleboro,
Vermont. The company was world-known for manufacturing reed, pipe,
and electronic organs and operated for nearly a century.
Organizers have set up
a 501(3)(c) non-profit corporation in the state of Vermont for the
purposes of building this museum in the historic slate-sided factory
buildings that still stand. We hope you will get involved in this
noble effort to preserve the instruments, the history, the stories,
and the music, of all those touched by Estey organs.
We'll be opening up in June with new exhibits and expanded gallery
space. Mark your calendars for these events in 2008.
Ned Phoenix Organ Bees
- Reed Organ Repair Workshops
June 20, July 26, August 30
To register, email ned_phoenix@yahoo.com
Gladys Clemens - Organ Performances and Sing-Alongs
June 22 (hymn sing), July 27, September 7
Georg Steinmeyer - Organ Music Lectures
August 17, August 24
Featuring recordings from the museum's collection
Estey Weekend - Celebrating Jacob Estey's Birthday
September 27 and 28
Special events, music, and refreshments
Museum visits also available
by special arrangement.
Valerie Abrahamsen has
written an article called The
Children’s Organs of Estey Organ Company that explores
the small, fully-functional reed organs built for children by Estey.
The Engine House is just the beginning. Please take a look at
our Vision Statement (pdf) to find out
about our long-term plans.
You can help us make the full Estey
Organ Museum a reality here in Southern Vermont. There are many
ways to get involved:
- You can become a member
of the Estey Organ Museum.
- You can donate money to the
Estey Organ Museum.
- You can volunteer your time and expertise.
- You can contact us with your questions and comments.
If you're lucky enough
to already own an Estey Organ, of whatever vintage, be sure to visit
our Organs pages for additional
information. Note: we do not do appraisals or repairs.
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