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Topping Tavern Fire Morning After Damages Historic 199 Year-Old Site
Restoration planning underway after a blaze at Topping Tavern in Shaftsbury. Fire officials, museum staff, and Albany restoration expert Jack Wait will assess the charred building while insurance adjusters review the scene. Curators evacuated, frostbite incident reported, and most artifacts moved to Bennington Museum. The tavern, operated by Bennington Museum for five years, faced limited access with ongoing precautions. The blaze origin linked to furnace malfunction. the 1969 curators wing largely escaped damage. Authorities emphasize preservation and reopening plans as they evaluate restoration steps and economic viability.
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