Progress Report for the New York State Pavilion Paint Project 2014
 http://www.NYSPPROJECT.org

We wanted to exceed goal to finish the project, and we have, but there is still much to do so please continue to support the effort and spread the word... thank you!		  


The gate ready for visitors
Net Proceeds from donations after fees and partial postage
reimbursement as of April 26, 2014: 

$4436
Materials Purchased:
- 28 Gallons Sherwin Williams Show Stopper Red
- 37 Gallons Sherwin Williams Extra White
- 43 Gallons Sherwin Williams World's Fair Yellow Custom    
Supplies- Disposable Tarps, Roller Handles, Brushes,  
Roller Covers, Tape Knife/Scraper, Paint Trays We have been painting and prepping for several visits!

$3887

 We have finished second coats and third coats where needed.
(Please note that no funds from gofundme fundraiser was used for anything

All for the Anniversary Celebration of the World's Fair on April 22, 2014!!
other than paint and related materials).

 
Out of Pocket Expenses (no reimbursement): Gas, tolls, Open Gate Event- the New York State Pavilion
lodging, previously purchased painting supplies, printing and   Paint Project Crew and NYC Parks 
creation of rewards, 90% of postage costs, travel, food & beverage.   Was a Success!

Priceless!

  

Click here media coverage with stories and photos
     

Please check out nyspproject.org

    

Thank you for your donations and support!

  

Watch for updates as we look to the future!!
     
     
     

Paint crew building and installing display stands for the NYSP Timeline

NYCP working on planting shrubs and flowers, nice touch

 

Elected Officials and National Trust for Historic Preservation declares
the NYSP a National Treasure

The crowd gathers as more than 2500 people flood the park and form a line that went around the NYSP, over the bridge and past the carousel
   
A total of four terrazzo floor panels were taken out of storage for display Visitors checking out the interior and displays
   

Reproduction signs installed by paint crew members

 Another angle on the viewing area
   

We are not finished working, there's more maintenance and areas in need of paint.  NYC Parks helped clean up areas that were difficult for us but there's much more to do! Look for future projects in the queue...