Andover – In June, the Lions Club gave the Concord Stagecoach to the Town of Andover. The Andover Historical Society (AHS) is working with our Town Administrator and Select Board to move forward with plans to build a barn for the care and sustained maintenance of the Stagecoach. 

Local contractors will do site work to prepare for a concrete pad for the barn. We are looking at estimates for lumber, windows, doors, and other building supplies in anticipation of a community “Barn Raising” during the coming fall season to build it.  

The June Beacon featured a Coach article with photos (page 6). The required permits have been approved and issued by the town of Andover. The Select Board approved funds for an appraisal and insurance quote.  We are seeking advice and guidance from nearby Historical Societies that own coaches. 

This important collaborative project comes with a cost. The AHS is working with the remaining Lions Club members and has received a sizable donation from one member to add to the “Concord Coach Fund” established by a gift from the American Legion last summer. The AHS will continue to raise funds to complete the barn and maintain the Coach. Your donation can be sent to the AHS, PO Box 167, Andover, New Hampshire 03216.