THE STORY BEHIND THE PROJECT
A Piece of Saline County History!
Built in 1853 by John W. Shoppach, the Shoppach House has been part of Saline County's story for more than 170 years. Its original bricks were fired right here on the property, and much of that original brickwork remains today. But time has taken its toll. Years of inappropriate mortar repairs, combined with natural aging, have caused portions of the historic brickwork to deteriorate. Some areas are crumbling, bulging, and falling from the walls, while deterioration has also begun inside the house.
Project Brick by Brick was created to help change that.
This campaign brings our community together to help restore the house, protect its history, and keep its doors open for generations to come.
WHY DOES THE SHOPPACH HOUSE MATTER?
The Shoppach House isn't simply an old building. It is a physical connection to the people, stories, and history that helped shape Benton and Saline County. For more than 170 years, this house has remained standing through generations of change. Preserving it means giving future generations the opportunity to walk through these same doors, see these original materials, and experience a tangible piece of the history that came before them. This isn't just The Shoppach House's history.It's our community's history.
WHAT ARE WE RESTORING?
HISTORIC BRICKWORK
DETERIORATING MORTAR
BULGING/SLANTED WALLS
FRONT PORCH
DISPLACED BRICKS
RESTORING HISTORIC CHIMNEYS
THE BRICK BY BRICK CONCEPT
Every brick tells part of a story. Every story connects us to the generations who came before us. And every contribution helps us preserve those stories for the generations who come next.
One Brick.
A piece of The Shoppach House.
One Story.
A piece of our community's history.
One Donation.
One more step toward preserving it.
HOW CAN I HELP?
Preserving a historic landmark takes a community. Whether you're an individual, family, business, organization, or simply someone who believes local history is worth protecting, you can be part of Project Brick by Brick.
Give Today
You can either give by mailing us a check or donating online. Every dollar helps make this restoration happen.
Share The Story
Tell your family, your friends, your co-workers, or a stranger about the cause! Make sure your community is getting involved in preserving its history!
Get Involved
Businesses, organizations, schools, civic groups, and community members can help spread the word and support the campaign. But also offer to volunteer for certain fundrasing events we are planning on having.
LEAVE YOUR MARK ON HISTORY
Supporters who contribute $200 or more to Project Brick by Brick will have the opportunity to have a commemorative brick engraved with their name.
These personalized bricks will become part of new sidewalks on the grounds of The Shoppach House—a permanent tribute to the people who helped preserve this piece of history.
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