Description of the Old Log Cabin:

Apparently, the original cabin was only a single-room, log structure. The logs appear to be chestnut which were hand hewn.

At some point, a kitchen was added as a separate building to the southeast. It is unknown whether it was log or lumber construction. Later, it was joined to the main cabin by a sort of bridge or porch which may have been open at first, but later covered. The kitchen may have been expanded into a combination kitchen and dining room when the connection was covered.

Over time, a bedroom was added to the northwest and a covered porch was built along the entire front of the combined house. Some have said that there were really no actual bedrooms: beds were placed throughout the house as space allowed.

Around 19??, all the additions were removed and what is believed to be the original structure was repaired to a certain extent, although not restored to its probable early condition. Modern roofing, nails, windows, and doors have been used. In addition, the original stone chimney was removed at some point and the alcove in the back wall was covered with a set of doors. In the early years, the "attic" was used as a sleeping area. The space was later used for storage and a window was added to the front gable while an outside access door was cut into the rear gable.

Despite the "modern" changes and materials, the cabin still has a decidedly pioneer look.

There has been a great deal of discussion concerning the preservation of the old cabin and the remainder of the old tract of land where it is located. A few tentative alternatives have been outlined, but there has been no action due primarily to the necessary expense.