5-22-16 ~ Remains of Huffman Barn and Buildings

Some weeks ago I stopped by this spot where what was left of the big old 1800's barn stood. Now, it is all gone. These photos are from last week.It is nice to know that all of that wonderful wood is going to be repurposed.

As you can see, all of the remaining frame has been hauled off and only scrap is left. I stumbled around in it trying to pick up small pieces without nails for my artwork...wet and slippery...but I did manage to bring home a number of pieces that are STILL trying to dry out.

This old white barn is still standing and in good condition. I did not walk into it to see what I might find, but I certainly was curious.

A really funky structure still standing. I need to go back and ask the Huffman boys what this is and if the white barn is still in use.

 This old structure looks like it might be a boarded up chicken house, 

but once again I do not know.

Last but not least....the burial ground for old farm equipment.

If you are interested in seeing my art posts for this Sunday, you can go to:
http://buttonsforbaga.blogspot.com

Be sure to go by and check out all of the other barns on Tom's Barn Collective...
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I am linking up with it today.

February 1, 2016 ~ The Disappearing Huffman Barn Board by Board

One of two Huffman barns on US 11 in Lexington.  The old barn was no longer being used and had fallen into disrepair, so it was sold to a man who is dismantling it board by board for resale. There is a big demand in our area for these old barn boards. These first four pictures were taken last week with my iPhone 5C.

This second barn was Green Valley Rentals for years, 

but is now a “collectibles” place and remains in the Huffman family.

I took the photo yesterday with my iPhone 5C.

I have been fascinated by the way Tom develops his pictures. I just that red he gets. It is so bright and cheery. He shared with me a recipe, and I gave it a try though mine looks nothing like his...but it is a first attempt. His are so professional looking and mine look like...well, I won’t go into that. It is a beginning :-)

This post is linked with Tom’s Barn Collective.