Sandisfield Then &
Now: 1762-2012, a hefty history of the Town of Sandisfield, is now
available, just in time for the town’s 250th birthday celebration in
July.
The author of the book, Ron Bernard, spent over two years
working day and night to complete the project for this anniversary year. In true Sandisfield fashion, much of
the community was involved in the making of this impressive tome. Over 100 “founding sponsors”
supported the project with donations while a committee of residents and
contributing authors met monthly to discuss content, fundraisers, and
marketing. Two dozen residents and
second homeowners volunteered their time to proofread and hundreds of residents
met personally with the author to share stories and photographs.
A brief review of the Table of Contents shows nearly 200
pages devoted to general history with chapters on everything from dance halls, stagecoaches,
and taverns to subjects unique to Sandisfield such as the Suicide Hill ski run,
famous residents, and the Baptist Church turned orthodox Synagogue (now the
Sandisfield Arts Center). Another
300 pages cover each section of town and the historic houses within, as told
through the people who lived there throughout the centuries. Maps, newspaper clippings, and
memorabilia can be found among the hundreds of historic photographs. Images from more recent times are laid
out for comparison, aptly illustrating the “then and now” concept.
The book was edited by local historian, Bernard Drew, and
designed by local artist, Tina Sotis.
Copies are available for $40 while supplies last. Visit www.sandisfieldthenandnow.org
or call (413) 269-0012 to order.
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