Historic Hamilton Grange On Wheels

Today I witnessed the second half of Hamilton's Grange's historic move to its new home in St Nicholas Park. A dramatic journey, a century overdue.

How does one even begin to say "great Job" to the incredible precision and nail-biting patience these movers have. No yelling, no squabbling, no loud horns except when announcing that they had reached a desired position... Quite simply put, the move has been graceful and humbling to witness.

141TH STREET
At about 9.30am, the Grange was well on its way, already at the foot of 141st Street at the corner of Hamilton Terrace. Here it began it's right turn into the park. Because the street slopes down from the park, it had to be filled-in with gravel to create a flat surface for the house to be rolled into position. (Did I mention the house had wheels?)

Making my way through Convent to get a better view from Hamilton Terrace, I passed by its previous home next to St Luke's Church. By moving Hamilton Grange, not only will it give the old house more breathing room and to exists once again in all its grandeur, but it has also revealed the beauty of St Luke's; A picture not seen in over 100 years. I wish that this void that remains will be maintained as a park for all who live in the neighborhood.
HAMILTON TERRACE
A small crowd has gathered from as early as 7.30am. NY1 and PBS are covering the event. As the house is moved slowly into position, Congressman Rangel, the man responsible for securing the funds needed to "make history", also pays a visit to the site.
Now in position, it is almost 11am, and the wheels are repositioned and prepared for its rotation.
Slowly but surely, the house is rotated on its axis.

OTHER VIEWS
The current view from St Nicolas Avenue.
From the Park, the house is in position to be moved onto its new foundation.