🎭 Performance Center Takes Shape at Dunlap Coke Ovens Coal Mining Museum and Park

The Dunlap Coke Ovens Coal Mining Museum and Park is moving forward with significant construction on its Performance Center stage backdrop, marking steady progress on what promises to be an important community gathering space in Sequatchie Valley. The project reflects the ongoing commitment of volunteers and leadership to expand the museum’s role as a cultural and historical hub.

📐 Construction Milestones Underway

Work on the Performance Center stage backdrop has advanced considerably, with the doorway opening and header now roughed in. A 12×12 glass roll-up door has been ordered and is expected to arrive within the next few weeks. Volunteers Earl Eames and Gary McDow have been instrumental in the measuring and cutting work, with plywood fitting anticipated to follow soon. The design also calls for a window opening and double glass doorway on one side of the structure, creating an open, flexible performance environment. 🔨

⭐ What’s Next for the Project

While the current phase focuses on the stage backdrop framework and glass installations, the museum notes that additional exciting developments are in the works. However, official announcements and project details will come through formal statements from the Sequatchie Valley Historical Association’s leadership, including Historical President Hugh Jordan and other historical officers. This measured approach ensures that all community updates are verified and authorized. ✨

For those interested in learning more about the museum, visiting its grounds, or supporting the Performance Center project, the Dunlap Coke Ovens Coal Mining Museum and Park is located on Mountain View Circle in Dunlap and can be reached at (423) 949-2156 or through its website. 📍