PROJECT PROFILE: Patterson Park Pagoda
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Description
The acreage that is now Patterson Park was first occupied by a Baltimore citizen in 1669 and became a city park in 1827.Patterson Park Pagoda, designed by Parks Superintendent Charles H. Latrobe, has been a feature of the park since 1892. The sixty foot tall octagonal observation tower appears to be like an oriental pagoda but actually is a surviving example of Victorian design. The tower’s restoration was called for in a Landscape Master Plan and was completed in 2002. The Pagoda’s unique design and great views of the harbor, downtown and surrounding city makes it the most popular site to visit and photograph in the park. The 2002 restoration enabled the reopening of the pagoda to the public. The Friends of Patterson Park maintain the building with hundreds of volunteers whose efforts improved the environment of community in the immediate area. Worcester Eisenbrandt, Inc.’s restoration work was a recipient of the Baltimore Building Congress and Exchange Craftsmanship Award.
Scope of Project
Exterior Stone Cleaning & Restoration:
- Remove and replace damaged roof slate; remove, restore, and reinstall the weather vane.
- Remove and reinstall all asphalt pavers on a new base consisting of crushed stone and asphalt.
- Provide new pre-cast concrete curbs to the perimeter of all walkways.
- Provide landscape fencing and miscellaneous trees and plants
Interior Rough Carpentry Renovation:
- Complete restoration of the Patterson Park Observatory (Pagoda).
- Paint removal and restoration of all wood windows (including leaded glass transom panels) doors, and wainscot; metal balcony rails and interior spiral stairs.
- Remove the entire existing electrical system and provide a new system.
- Furnish and install millwork.
Additional Information
Owner: City of Baltimore - Department of Recreation and Parks
Client reference available upon request.
