At the recent Heritage Week celebration event on February 22, three recipients received the 2024 Outstanding Achievement in Heritage Revitalization from Heritage Belleville.
Karen Fisk, Chair of Heritage Belleville, presented YourTV Quinte with a Preservation of Historical Significance award for the many shows it presents that demonstrate the history and cultural expression of Belleville’s past. Ann Werkoven, Producer at YourTV, accepted the award and thanked the City of Belleville and Heritage Belleville for its past partnerships.
Nancy Roberts, Heritage Belleville committee member, presented the award for Outstanding Revitalization to Zubin Gillespie and Kim Fedor from Buhran Developments Inc. for their restoration of 212-214 Front Street (Cummins building). It is the company’s third restoration in downtown Belleville and the blue violin demonstrates creativity, detail and artistry in its two renovated suites.
Nancy Roberts, Heritage Belleville (L), Kim Fedor (C) & Zubin Gillespie (R), Buhran Developments Inc. Photo: City of Belleville
The third award was presented by Mark Stoliker, Heritage Belleville Committee member, to Meyers Creek Brewing for Landmark Revitalization. The original structure of Meyers Creek Brewing was built in 1884. Gretta Barnwell, one of the owners, described the preservation process which showcases not only the heritage brick wall but also the 100-year-old newspaper found in the walls. The property has an eclectic history which connects with the community and its history.
Mark Stoliker, Heritage Belleville (L), Gretta Barnwell, Meyers Creek Brewing (R) Photo: City of Belleville
