The
Los Altos Hills Historical Society invites contributions to the
Fund for Stegner's Study. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit
corporation, so such donations are potentially tax deductible.
A number of people who knew or admired Wallace Stegner were surprised
to learn recently that his former residence was being Fast Tracked
for demolition. A movement spontaneously arose to try to preserve
his small Study, which is a separate structure behind the garage
that overlooks an oak forest where he wrote many famous books.
We plan to move it to another site where it can serve as a mini-museum
honoring his work.
However even though the current owners of the property have agreed
to donating it provided that it is moved in a timely fashion,
there is uncertainty about whether we will be able to accomplish
this goal, as discussed below, so we also pledge that if we are
unable to do it that all donations will be refunded.
Here are the main uncertainties.
(1) The proposed permit for demolition of the former Stegner residence
is currently on hold because of a CEQA challenge citing the historical
significance of the site. If in the meantime some person or agency
manages to buy the property and use it for another purpose then
our project will be terminated.
(2) The current owner might change his mind about donating the
Study.
(3) We might not be able to find a suitable destination for the
Study and obtain the necessary permits to move it in time for
the proposed demolition. Note that in order to remove the Study
we must wait for the garage to be demolished, then bring the Study
over that site and out to the driveway in a timely manner.
(4) We need to round up the necessary funds to effect the move
before it begins.
(5) Who knows what?
If you are willing to make a contribution under the conditions
given above, please fill out the form bellow and send a check
to:
If you have questions please contact . If you would
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