First Congregational Church of Westfield
Westfield, VT. This unique and under-utilized church is a prominent feature in Westfield. Back in1905, it housed many worship services and pie sales. The circular tower window and surrounding woodwork had endured decades of water infiltration. Rot was extensive in the framing and “wagon-wheel sash.” New framing was spliced in wherever necessary. The lower portions of the wheel’s rim and numerous spokes needed replacing—a challenging endeavor as the original construction was not exactly symmetrical. Use of a ratchet strap, some creative spline work, and much belt sanding brought the wheel back into true. We loved working in the makeshift shelter we constructed outside the window opening to keep the work area protected from winter weather.
