The Nicholas Stoltzfus House Barn
In 2006, the NSHPC has formed an Advancement Committee that began raising funds to build a Sweitzer type barn, a barn common in the late 1700’s and early 1800’s. This barn would provide a climate controlled building to preserve Stoltzfus artifacts, restroom facilities for visitors, and living quarters for caretakers. Much labor has been donated by Daniel Esh Builders and Riehs Construction.
Select to view photos of the House, Barn, Auction,
Music Festival, and Barn Raising
May 2007
Proposed Barnaige
May 2007
Proposed Barnaige May 2007
by Merle Stoltzfus
Ground Breaking
Ground Breaking
The Barn Construction Begins May 15, 2011.
After nearly eight years of planning, work has started on a classic Pennsylvania barn replica at the
historic Nicholas Stoltzfus Homestead in Spring Township, Wyomissing. Earthmovers began clearing a
space for the foundation in a limestone field about 50 feet from the 231-year-old homestead.
"It's been a long time coming, but we've finally gotten to a place where we can move ahead,"
said Paul Kurtz, spokesman for the homestead's preservation committee.
May 2011
Foundation Work
May 2011
Foundation Work
May 2011
Foundation Work
May 2011
Foundation Work
May 2011
Foundation Work
May 2011
Foundation Work
May 2011
Foundation Work
May 2011
Foundation Work
July 2011
Barn Raising
July 2011
Barn Raising
July 2011
Barn Raising
July 2011
Barn Raising
Summer 2012
Windows and Doors
Installed.
Summer 2012
Stone Work.
"I hope this place (the Stoltzfus house and barn) will be a healing spot
to bring people of faith together in strength."
-- Mose Smucker, Chairman Nicholas Stoltzfus Homestead
May 2014
Front of Barn
May 2014
Front of Barn
May 2014
Back of Barn
May 2014
Caretaker
Apartment Area
May 2014
Heritage Room Area
May 2014
Heritage Room
Floor Plan