Covedale Center for the Arts’ landmark beacon tower came down this morning for restoration. Exec director Tim Perrino figures the job will take a month, and “depending on the condition, we’ll either refurbish or create a duplicate.

“The interior framing is steel but it’s a bit rusted from its 60 years atop the building. The skin is copper and has a nicely developed patina in shades of blue/green/gray.”

Board prez Doug Ridenour leads the project and Perrino gleefully reports that the replacement beacon could have a wattage that would be bright enough for a helipad. “We’ll paint on the roof, “Don’t land on me!” Perrino promises.

Jackie Demaline

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