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September 24, 2009

Daniels breathes new life into aging sanctuary

  • Workers restoring the south face of the former First United Methodist Church were met with several unforeseen conditions.
    • By JON SILVER
    Journal Staff Reporter

    Photo by Jon Silver [enlarge]
    The south side of the Daniels Recital Hall was restored after the building’s south wing was demolished last year. The unfinished doorway will allow access to a planned plaza. The rest of the exposed foundation will be below grade when a neighboring office tower is built.

    THE FORMER First United Methodist Church in Seattle has been getting set for its second life as the Daniels Recital Hall. It's a transformation that has required careful restoration of the historic building.


     
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