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New phase of Carmel Mission restoration work underway
Construction has begun on the second phase of a multi-million-dollar project to restore the 100-year-old Downie Museum and Basilica courtyard area at the Carmel Mission.
Spearheaded by the Carmel Mission Foundation, the restoration project is targeted to wrap up in time for the 250th anniversary of the founding of the Carmel Mission in 1771.
The $4 million Downie Museum and Basilica Forecourt project is 90% funded, said Stephanie Zelei, executive director of the foundation.
"We are extremely fortunate to have received several large grant awards, including $1.8 million from the Hind Foundation, $1.5 million from a Bay Area family and $100,000 from the Hayward Foundation, along with many other generous gifts which have helped us raise $3.6 million of the $4 million needed to complete this project," Zelei said.
About Carmel Mission Foundation
The Carmel Mission Foundation was established in 2008 as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation independent from any religious organizations. Its purpose is to fund the restoration and preservation of the historic buildings, grounds, and historic artifacts throughout the Carmel Mission complex, ensuring accessibility for future generations.
The Carmel Mission is a U.S. National Historic Landmark, a California State Landmark, and is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. Since 2008, the Foundation has awarded over $10 million to support the Carmel Mission restoration and preservation needs.