CALL FOR PROJECTS Spring 2015 & Fall 2015 Application Deadline: August 4, 2014 Application for CPC Project Assistance Instructions: We encourage non-profit organizations and municipal agencies to contact the CPC with ideas for projects that can benefit the community while providing meaningful service-learning for RWU students. Please fill out the Application for Project Assistance, answering all applicable questions and including all supporting documents. In order for any project to be considered for assistance, completed applications must be submitted to CPC Project Coordinator, Stephany Hessler, by 5 pm on August 4, 2014. Applications may be submitted by: Email: shessler@rwu.edu Fax: (401) 254-3565 Mail: RWU Community Partnerships Center Roger Williams University One Old Ferry Road Bristol, RI 02809-2921 Any questions regarding the application process can be directed to Stephany at (401) 254-5211. CPC project services are performed by students in support of their educational experience. Applicants shall understand that any deliverables generated through an accepted project are intended to provide conceptual information only to assist design and planning and as such are not intended, nor should they be used for, construction or other project implementation. Professional and/or other services may be needed to ultimately implement a sponsor s desired goals. SECTION 1: Organization Information Name of Organization: Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum, a Preserve Rhode Island property Mailing Address: 199 Hope St., Providence, RI 02906 Name of Project Contact Person(s): Carrie Taylor, Director Contact Information: Phone: 401.490.0289 Fax: 401.453.8221 E-mail: ctaylor@preserveri.org Type of Organization Public (town, city, municipality, special district, government agency) X Private (citizen, non-profit) Other (please explain) Description of Organization and Mission: Heir to one of Rhode Island s leading textile manufacturing families, Henry Lippitt (1818-1891) designed and supervised the construction from 1863-1865 of the brick and brownstone house at 199 Hope Street in Providence. Occupied by generations of the Lippitt family before becoming a museum in 1993, the house is a three story, thirty
room Renaissance Revival villa. Embellished with elaborate interior decorative finishes, colorful stained glass windows, ornate woodwork, and surviving original furnishings, the house is a time capsule of Victorian design. The Museum offers guided tours, special exhibitions, educational programs, concerts, and supports original research. Guided tours explore Lippitt House as an example of how cultural and social changes accompanying industrialization impacted one family and the architecture, furnishings, and even the mechanical systems in their high-style house. The Mission of the Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum, a National Historic Landmark, is to preserve the house s structure, collections, and grounds as a benefit for all, and to make it an ongoing and enjoyable source for public education, scholarship, and engagement. Generations of Lippitt family members, both men and women, served their community through volunteerism, civic engagement and political action. Lippitt House continues this tradition by supporting active citizenship and civic engagement with the goal of positively impacting our community. To increase capacity to accomplish these goals, the Museum actively pursues partnership with other non-profit and educational institutions. On average, how many individuals does your organization serve per year? Lippitt House Museum directly serves an average of 2,350 individuals annually through guided tours, educational programs, concerts, community events and special events. How did you hear about the CPC? Email blast SECTION 2: Project Description Title of the Project: Study of the Fine Art Collection at the Lippitt House Museum Project Location (Address, City, State, and Zip): Lippitt House Museum, 199 Hope St., Providence, RI 02906 General Project Description (you may attach a longer narrative if necessary): Using original archival sources, compile a comprehensive catalogue and research report describing the scope and contents of the Lippitt family s fine art collection. Potential Scope of Work/Tasks for RWU CPC 1 (you may attach a longer narrative if necessary): Review prior research (1981 MA thesis, collections management database, curatorial files) to compile what is already known about the family s fine art collection. Use primary documents (family account books, correspondence, diaries, inventories) and period photographs to acquire new information about the fine art collection, both works currently in the Museum collection as well as those that have dispersed. 1 CPC project services are performed by students in support of their educational experience. Applicants shall understand that any deliverables generated through an accepted project are intended to provide conceptual information only to assist design and planning and as such are not intended, nor should they be used for, construction or other project implementation. Professional and/or other services may be needed to ultimately implement a sponsor s desired goals.
Create an Excel spreadsheet to track all information regarding each work (provenance, historic display locations, artist bio sketch, current disposition, etc.). Write a research report summarizing the contents of the Lippitt family fine art collection. Report should include recommendations for re-installing works to more accurately reflect Lippitt 1865-1912 historic interiors. Also include a list of the missing works that were removed from Lippitt House and are not part of the current Museum collection. What will be the final product output for this project? (survey, website, design plans, drawings, etc.) The final product will be a report summarizing the research findings as well as an Excel inventory cataloguing the fine art pieces owned by the Lippitts from 1865-1912, both works in the current Museum collection as well as those no longer at the house. This research will be incorporated into the Museum s new furnishing plan that will guide re-installation of the rooms and direct future museum acquisition activities. Proposed Project Schedule (when the tasks/project needs to be completed): Early in the semester, staff and the student will develop a research plan and design the Excel catalogue spreadsheet. Using resources provided by Lippitt House Museum, student will first become familiar with prior research on the fine art collection (1981 MA thesis, collections management database, curatorial files). The next step will be to work with staff to identify available primary documents and photographs both in the Museum s collection as well as local archives. Throughout the term, the student and staff will regularly discuss project progress, any unanticipated difficulties and revise the work plan to guarantee the final research report and Excel spreadsheet are completed by end of the semester. The student will present an electronic copy of the Fine Arts Excel spreadsheet and research report with recommendation at the end of the term. Please provide the names and contact information for any staff members or volunteers who will be playing a primary role in the proposed CPC project. Carrie Taylor, Director ctaylor@preserveri.org 401.490.0289 What resources/previous work would the CPC be building upon that you already have completed? (Please select all items that are applicable) X Strategic Plan Marketing & Communication Plans Additional organizational documents Preliminary photos of the site/project Maps Previous research Survey results Architectural or building plans What active support would your organization be able to contribute should your project be selected? X Funding Volunteers Staff time Consultants Other (please list)
SECTION 3: Project Outcomes Please describe how this project will benefit your organization and the advancement of your mission: Researching collections is an integral part of collections preservation, one of the primary components of the Museum s mission. The products from this research project will be incorporated into the Museum s new furnishing plan that will guide re-installation of the rooms and future museum acquisition activities. Re-creating historic interiors that reflect the Lippitt family s occupation of the house from 1865-1912 will contribute to the overall sense of place that makes the historic home a special community space. By identifying the family s fine art collection, a more complete picture of the Lippitts will emerge. Identifying the works they acquired to furnish their home will result in greater understanding of how they presented themselves to their peers and other members of the community. Questions can be answered such as: Were they patrons of local artists? Is there specific iconography represented in the family collection? If so, what messages were the family directly or indirectly conveying about their identity and place in society? Please describe how this project might benefit the overall community, including specific groups that could benefit from this project (i.e. target populations, neighborhoods, specific town/city/region). Lippitt House has been a part of Providence s East Side neighborhood for 150 years. Its preservation was accomplished through the efforts of generations of Lippitt family as well as members of the local community. By preserving this house and sharing it with the public as a museum, it is an example of how historic preservation maintains a sense of place for a neighborhood. Through research, the Lippitt Museum can present a more accurate picture of what life was like for the Lippitt family as well as a better understanding of Providence s growth as a center of industry in the 19 th century. This helps local community members have a better understanding of Providence today and its industrial legacy. Please explain why you have chosen to seek assistance from the RWU CPC with your project request, instead of undertaking the project using fee-for-services from a paid professional: The Museum has a small staff and the small operating budget does not allow for hiring outside consultants for Museum research projects. Please describe how this project will benefit RWU students. The project will provide a hands-on opportunity for students to conduct original research using primary sources and original works of art. The student s will have an opportunity to exercise technology skills by organizing their research by building a custom Excel spreadsheet. The research efforts will have a reallife impact on future museum installations, acquisitions and contribute to the ongoing documentation of the Museum s fine art collection. The research and writings skills utilized in the project will help prepare students for future curatorial work in other museum settings. This is valuable practical experience employers are looking for when they enter the job market. SECTION 4: Financial Information What is your organization s annual operating budget? Please include a copy of your most recent budget with the application. Lippitt House Museum s 2014 Annual Operating Budget: $301,240 What are your major sources of funding? The Museum s revenue sources consists of endowment income, rents from on-site apartments, event rentals, individual giving and competitive grants.
How much funding from your annual operating budget is set aside for this project (if any)? No additional operating funds are budgeted for this project outside of staff time to supervise student progress. SECTION 5: Private Sector Involvement Have you or your organization discussed the project with practicing professionals (e.g. architect, engineer, planner, consultants, etc.)? (please circle one): Yes / No If no, please explain why: Carrie Taylor, Lippitt House Museum Director, has a MA in Public History - Museum Studies and over 20 years of curatorial experience. She will directly supervise the research project. SECTION 6: Supporting Documents Please include the following items when submitting your application: X Budget for the current fiscal year X List of current Board members Copies of supporting resources identified in section 2 as needed to support your application
February 4, 2014 2014 Budget 2014 Budget Ordinary Income/Expense Income Direct Contributions 4010 Unrestricted Contributions 4012 Other Unrestricted 500 Total 4010 Unrestricted Contributions 500 4105 Annual Fund 8770 Board 8772 Non-Board 500 8773 Major Gifts Total 4105 Annual Fund 500 4200 Fundraising Income 4205 Lippitt Christmas Event 4,500 Total 4200 Fundraising Income 4,500 Total Direct Contributions 5,500 Facility Income 4100 Admissions 4344 Concert Income 4346 Mauran Fund 2,000 4344 Concert Income - Other 2,000 Total 4344 Concert Income 4,000 4100 Admissions - Other 2,500 Total 4100 Admissions 6,500 4110 Catered Events 9,000 4111 Facility Rental Income 3,600 4112 Lippitt Programs 2,500 4115 Condo Management Fees 4,320 4350 Building Rental Income 41,400 Total Facility Income 67,320 Investment Income 4125 Endowment Income 4,248 4126 Lippitt Endowment 219,171 Total Investment Income 223,420 Other Funds 4402 Other Withdrawal or Carryforward 5,000 Total Other Funds 5,000 Total Income 301,240
Expense Administration 6060 Dues and Subscriptions 450 6070 Equipment Rental 1,900 6530 Postage 500 6540 Printing 1,250 6602 Condo Taxes 370 6603 Condo Management 3,200 6810 Computer Hardware 400 6811 Computer Software 50 6812 Computer Maintenance 750 6905 Security 1,500 7005 Office Supplies 350 7010 Curatorial Expenses 1,000 7100 Meals & Entertainment 500 7105 Travel & Per Diem 1,500 Total Administration 13,720 Facility 6201 Grounds Maintenance 6,500 6400 Interest 6405 Lippitt #1 Mortgage Interest 2,000 6406 Lippitt #2 Mortgage Interest 8,810 Total 6400 Interest 10,810 6800 Building Repairs 1,500 6805 Cleaning 1,000 6815 Equipment Repairs 500 6816 Equipment Purchase 1,700 6818 Facility Supplies 1,500 6819 Decor & Upkeep 1,000 6820 Maintenance Contracts 1,640 6825 Trash Removal 1,200 6835 Lippitt #1 Expenses 1,825 6836 Lippitt #2 Expenses 625 7000 Janitorial Supplies 400 Total Facility 30,200 Fundraising 6110 Lippitt Christmas Event 4,500 6119 Fundraising Consultant 1,000 Total Fundraising 5,500 Insurance 6305 Comm.Prop & Gen. Liability 17,369 6315 D&O 620 6320 Fine Arts 2,189 6335 Umbrella 1,000 Total Insurance 21,178 Outreach 6000 Advertising and Sponsorships 1,500
Total Outreach 1,500 Personnel 6500 Health Benefits 7,169 6515 Payroll Taxes 10,411 6520 Pension 1,707 6560 Payroll - Other 136,090 Total 6560 Payroll 136,090 Total Personnel 155,377 Program 6744 Concerts 4,000 6746 Museum 2,500 6747 Interns 2,500 Total Program 9,000 Utilities 8000 Electricity 3,000 8020 Gas 3,500 8040 Sewer 2,100 8050 Telephone 3,000 8060 Water 1,010 Total Utilities 12,610 zreallocated Expense Reallocated Expenses 47,655 Total zreallocated Expense 47,655 Total Expense 296,741 Net Ordinary Income 4,499
2014 Board of Trustees: Contact Information * Member of Executive Committee Contact Name Office City State * Mr. Lewis D. Dana co-chair, Secretary Providence RI * Mrs. Johanna I. Harris co-chair Providence RI * Ms. Georgina Macdonald co-chair, Treasurer Bristol RI * Ms. Jacqueline Allen Past Chair Providence RI Ms. Doris Licht Providence RI * Mr. Philip C. Marshall South Dartmouth MA Mrs. Lauren Amaral North Attleboro MA Ms. Cristen L. Ciresi Providence RI Mrs. Maia Farish Bristol RI Mrs. Wendy Nicholas Dorsey Jamaica Plain MA Mr. David Nedwidek Wakefield RI Ms. Sara R. Strachan II Providence RI Mrs. Patricia Sylvester Bristol RI Ms. Sheryl Amaral Cumberland RI Mr. Mohamad Farzan Newport RI Dr. Cathy Lund Providence RI Mr. Nick Penna Providence RI Mrs. Betty Capozzi Cranston RI Ms. Kristin Dekuiper Cranston RI Mr. Raymond M. Mathieu Providence RI Mrs. Karen Jessup Providence RI Mr. Larry Lavers Providence RI