Although 2020 had everyone social distancing, the Cooley House Foundation got to work with major projects.  This was made possible by several donors, a grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation (with the assistance of the Louisiana Trust), and proceeds from our recent tours of historic sites.

Installation of tempered glass railing at the catwalks of the great room, for added safety.

Drawings to complete upgrades to the electrical system.

Historic paint report, with the goal of recreating the original look of the interior.

(After) Replacement of the 1926 cork flooring to match the architects’ original design.

Painting of the exterior woodwork.