The 1846 Blodgett House Structure

At first glance, the Blodgett House does not appear to be worth the effort being put into saving it from demolition.  However, under closer examination you quickly see that this is no ordinary house.

The floor joists, visible from the basement,
are hand hewed logs, likely felled on the immediate property.

 
The framing members are all joined by mortise and tendon joints
held together by wooden pegs.

These and other small details are noted by Charlie Pipal,
historical architect for the project.

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