Sarasota's Crocker Memorial Church in need of $50,000 to start restoration project
That the Crocker Memorial Church still stands is a testament to a small army of volunteers who treasure the history of Sarasota County. Caretakers of the church built in 1901 are trying to raise $50,000 to supplement the $50,000 on hand so they can begin much-needed repairs on the wooden structure. Florida’s sun, wind, rain and humidity have taken their toll on the building, which has been moved three times to escape the wrecking ball that has claimed so many of Sarasota’s historic structures. Marsha Fottler, president of Historical Society of Sarasota County, said she and site manager Li...
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