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Featured Project!
- Rittenhouse Square Arches Philadelphia, PA
Limestone piers and arches at entranceway to Rittenhouse Plaza were severely damaged by rust from existing steel structure. Stone elements were removed and salvaged. Many new stones were needed as the rusting steel caused cracks to form in the limestone. Replacement stone were each hand carved and provided by Vickery Stone.
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June 29, 2009
Anatomy Chemistry Building, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Knapp Masonry begins work at the historic Anatomy Chemistry Building at the University of Pennsylvania. Work includes restoration of the parapet wall and installation of new flashing at the roof. After demolition of an adjoining building the Anatomy Chemistry Building was left with toothed corners which are to be blended to give a finished look. Also many decorative entrance limestone are to be replaced.
April 15, 2009
Van Veghten House, Somerset County, NJ
Knapp Masonry awarded the work at the historic Van Veghten House. Work includes, brick and stone pointing, chimney rebuild and repair, full window restoration, other carpentry repair and paint of exterior wood elements.
February 2 , 2009
Frankford Group Ministry, Philadelphia, PA
Knapp Masonry completes major structural repair of a buckled pilaster at the Frankford Group Ministry. Water damage to masonry backing caused partial failure of pilaster. Work included shoring structure and rebuild of the pilaster plumb and true.
December 18, 2008
Peachfield Plantation, Westampton, NJ
Knapp Masonry finalizes restoration work at the Peachfield Plantation owned by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America. Work included restoration of the brick patio, bluestone work, inclusion of a new brick ramp for wheelchair accessability, improved drainage system for gutters, new cedar fence made to look as original, pointing of the front walkway and a new dry-laid wall to support the ramp.
October 15, 2008
Rittenhouse Square Arches, Philadelphia, PA
Knapp Masonry completes the restoration of the historic Rittenhouse Square Arches on 1901 Walnut Street. This familiar landmark now stands ready to face the 21st century in style!
October 1, 2008
Ellen Phillips Samuel Memorial, Kelly Drive, Philadelphia PA
Knapp Masonry completes major restoration work at the Ellen Phillips Samuel Memorial Sculpture Garden. Flooding from the Schuylkill River caused major damage to the limestone walls, benches and foundation of the granite steps.
September 3, 2008
Old Millstone Forge, Millstone NJ
Dating back prior to 1700 OId Millstone Forge is still active as an educational shop teaching folks the methods and history of metal work. Knapp Masonry's work on the site included major wall repair and bracing (flooding is common in the area) as well as the reconstruction of the forge and flue. If you are intersted in a day of hands on history definitely check out Old Millstone Forge!
May 17 , 2008
State House of New Jersey: Trenton, New Jersey
Knapp Masonry is awarded, by the State of New Jersey, the Historic Preservation Award for "The Discovery, Preservation and Commemoration of the Site of the Offices of the Secretary of State and Clerk of the Court." See pictures of the Trenton Demarcation!
May 13 , 2008
Lower Merion Township, PA
Knapp Masonry is awarded by the Township of Lower Merion, the Historical Commission and Historical Architectural Review Board's award for the 2008 Historic Preservation Award for the Pennywise Thrift Shop.
May 13 , 2008
Magnolia, NJ
Knapp Masonry is up for a Stevie Award! The American Business Awards are set to announce their 2008 winners. Knapp Masonry is a finalist for Overall Design in the Web Site category. Jennifer Knapp had the vision and Jason O'Mara, of Madison Square Media, turned it into reality! With web site photographs by Matthew Dempler it was complete!
May 8 , 2008
Trenton Battle Mounment,Trenton, NJ
The Trenton Battle Monument, a familiar feature of the Trenton skyline for just over 110 years is getting spruced up! Knapp Masonry is performing a restoration to the base and balcony level. We are repairing all of the joints at the top of the column and at the base. We are also cleaning the base to remove accumulated pollution. The main door is being repaired and the lights are being replaced as well. Check our gallery for pictures of the work in progress!
February 8, 2008
Philadelphia, PA
Come visit our booth on March 22nd at the 2008 Old House Fair at the Germantown Friends School 31 West Coulter Street, Philadelphia! We hope to see you there!
January 7, 2008
Swedesboro, NJ Borough Hall
Knapp Masonry awarded exterior repairs on Swedesboro Borough Hall!
January 1, 2008
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Knapp Masonry wishes you a safe, happy and prosperous new year!
December 1, 2007
New Website Launched!
We have just launched our new, redesigned website. The site is a great way to explore past, present, and future Knapp Masonry projects, learn about the Knapp Team, view our services, and enjoy seeing our works in progress. As we take on more exciting projects, we hope that you come back to visit us and stay up-to-date on all of our great work. Feel free to go to our Project Gallery to begin exploring!
November 5, 2007
University of Pennsylvania, Hollenback
Knapp Masonry has just been awarded Hollenback. Hollenback is part of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA.
November 5, 2007
Trenton Demarcation of Historic Building
Knapp Masonry has just been awarded Remnants State House of the Trenton Demarcation of Historic Building in Trenton, NJ.
September 2007
First Unitarian Church
Knapp Masonry has just been awarded limestone restoration of Philadelphia's First Unitarian Church.
September 2007
Awarded Rittenhouse Square Arch
We are currently working on the removal, salvage and restoration of limestone arches of the Rittenhouse Square Arch in Philadelphia, PA.
September 2007
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
We just completed the stone wall repair at Iron Master's mansion, located on the Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site.
September 2007
St. Mary's Church
We just completed the bell house restoration of St. Mary's Church in Philadelphia, PA.
August 2007
Jen appointed to the Germantown Old House Fair Committee
Jen Knapp has been appointed to the Germantown Old House Fair Committee by the Preservation Alliance.
August 2007
Team Certification Completed
All Knapp Masonry employees completed their certification by Cathedral Stone for Jahn training.
March 2007
Camac Street Project Recognized
Our Camac Street project, which was complete in 2006, received an award by the Historic Properties Repair Program,
a program run by the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia.
February 2007
Vern appointed to APT Board
Vern Knapp has just been appointed as a board member for the Association for Preservation Technology.
September 2006
St. Clement's Church restoration completed.
We just completed the St. Clement's Church restoration project. Knapp Masonry was responsible for brownstone restoration,
Cathedral Stone mortar patch, and cupola repair and replacement.