This building is of modern construction by "old-time" techniques. The frame of the building was constructed in 1991 as part of an instructional class on timber framing, by Richard Lawson and friends. It was then allowed to weather for two years, after which a granite foundation was constructed and the frame moved into place. The Society's carpentry crew, led by Bud Lauridsen and Bill Roos, completed the walls, roof, and interior details in 1993. During the winter and spring of 1994, a collection of violins, tools and artifacts of violin making, given by Ade and Bud Lauridsen, was placed in this building. It was designed specifically to recognize the craft of Claude Goings, a Civil War veteran and New London resident who made his living painting carriages and making and repairing violins (and at least one banjo). Claude and his family lived at the corner of King Hill Road and Rte 103A in the mid 1800s. It is unknown if Claude had a separate shop such as this building, or if he simply used space in a barn for his work.

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