Barn-Raising Still Builds Community

Barn-Raising Still Builds Community

Constant Wonder

The Lost Art of Barn Raising

Episode: The Lost Art of Barn Raising

  • Apr 19, 2021 7:00 pm
  • 41:24 mins

When Robert Somerville moved to Hertfordshire, he discovered a rich pocket of elm trees. This inspired him to reach back to the past and revive the tradition of hand-raising barns. The project quickly became a community endeavor. Guest: Robert Someville, author of "Barn Club: A Tale of Forgotten Elm Trees, Traditional Craft and Community Spirit."