We hope everyone has noticed our new sign
in front of the museum on 7800 south.The installation of the sign completes Jeremy Knowles Eagle project. Our
rear fences, gate and landscaping around the Cottage Inn will be completed in
the next few weeks.
The Cottage Inn is finally on its new
foundation.There is much to be done to
restore it to its original appearance.This historic cottage was West
Jordans first soda fountain/lunch counter/grocery
store which operated from 1937 to 1941.We have a couple of Eagle projects coming up to help with some painting
and electrical work but we are looking for more help. The owner of Peppertree Kitchens (located in West Jordan) has donated
6 antique soda fountain stools for the restoration.We have structural work; replace windows and
doors, install new flooring, bead board and wallpaper.We need to construct three additional booth/seats
and two tables (we have one of the original booths on hand that can be used as
a pattern.)We are asking the community
for volunteers who enjoy preserving our history to help us complete this
project.With funds (donations are
always welcomed) and volunteers, the work can be done in a short amount of
time.
Remember Monday the 4th of July as it will be
a day of celebration in West Jordan.Our new main park will have a ribbon cutting ceremony
and a parade down 7800 south.The museum
will have an ice cream social to celebrate the Cottage Inn.Come watch the blacksmith demonstrations and
admire the Antique Machinery Clubs displays of tractors and other farm items.
We thank the community for their
continuing support of the museum by their donations and volunteerism.We welcome those who are interested in being
part of our museum board or would like to serve on committees and help preserve
our West Jordan Heritage. Please call Robert or Linda Dalley at 255-3116.The museum is located at 2053 West 7800 South
on the north side of the West
JordanMainPark.We are opened Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays or by appointment.