Frederick C. Williamson of RIHPHC (second from right) presents the Antoinette F. Downing Award to (L-R) Edna Kent, Rose LaVoie and Harry Anderson State of Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission Annual Conference in Bristol, RI

Harry Anderson, Edna Kent and Rose LaVoie were honored at the State of Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission Annual Conference on Saturday, April 24, 2004 with the prestigious Antoinette F. Downing Award for Volunteer Service.

Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Kent, and Mrs. LaVoie have been the driving forces behind preserving two important structures in Glocester: the Evans Schoolhouse and the Dr. Reuben Mason House. The Downing Award has never been awarded to more than one individual before.

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