Webster Rauner Exterior Improvements

Webster Hall, home of the Rauner Special Collections Library, was exhibiting signs of accelerated degradation of roof and cornice materials. The copper roof and decorative cornice are important elements of the building's design. Several modillions (similar to corbels) have dislodged from the structure over the last 18 months, and recent destructive testing has shown that damage to interior steel supports was more extensive than initially anticipated. The goal of the current project is to implement a comprehensive restoration over the next two construction seasons and eliminate all sources of water infiltration by replacing roofing and sealants. Restoration of decorative cornice elements in a new manner to remove reliance on failing steel elements is another major part of the scope of work.

• Installation of snow guards above doors and exit stairs completed the roof work last week. 
• Curing and punch list work on the modillions was also completed, paving the way for removal of the temporary enclosures.
• Removal of the staging began over Break on the eastern side of the building.
• All efforts are being focused on sprucing up the site for the Rauner Special Collections Library's 25th anniversary.  Beginning Monday April 15^th this event features a series of panels and interactive events for the entire campus community.  We hope to see you there!

Rauner Special Collections Library Gets a Facelift

• Project Manager: Todd Thompson
• Architect: Gale Associates 
• Contact: Project.Management.Services@dartmouth.edu