Buxton Building Restoration
The Deteriorating Structure of The Buxton Building at a Glance
The 134-year-old Buxton Building
A Declared National Heritage Building
The restoration of the Buxton Building at Mico University College is not just a renovation project; it’s a commitment to preserving a rich heritage and legacy. The Buxton Building’s historical significance cannot be overstated, and restoring it to its former glory is a testament to our respect for the past and our dedication to future generations. This 134-year-old structure is an iconic symbol of teacher education and training in Jamaica and the wider Caribbean.
Call for Restoration
Calling all Alumni and Friends!
Save this national treasure on the campus of
The Mico University College
Restoration Needs
- DECAYING WOODEN SHINGLE ROOF: 40,000 wooden shingles to be replaced with synthetic wooden look shingles
- DECAYING SARKING & CEILING: Compromised from the leaking roof.
- DAMAGED DECORATIVE FACADES: The decorative features that give the Georgian character to the building to be repaired or replaced.
- DAMAGED WOODEN FLOORING: The worn-out wooden flooring boards and sills are to be replaced.
- REPAINTING OF THE BUILDING: The entire building is to be repainted.
QUALITY SURVEYOR’S ESTIMATED COMPLETION COST
$150,000,000.00
Dr. Vivian Crawford, Chairman Project Buxton Restoration Committee
Project Management Committee
Dr. Sylester Tulloch, Chairman The Mico Foundation
Mr. Ray Howell, Chairman Projects Committee
Mr. Mark Taylor
Dr. Georgina Strachan
Mrs. Doreen Prendergast
Dr. Hugh Morris
Dr. Peter John Gordon
Dr. Authur Geddes
Mr. Burchell Duhaney, Secretary Manager
For further information, contact The Mico Foundation
Tel: 876-665-7788
Email: thefoundation@yahoo.com
Please Join The Mico Foundation in Restoring The Buxton Building.
Your Financial Contribution would be greatly appreciated.
Mico Heritage Enterprise, BNS New Kingston, Jamaica Limited
Swift Code: NOSCJMNK
Transit #: 50575
Account #: 10006017 – Savings
Name: JP Morgan Chase Bank
Swift Code: CHAS US 33
Bank Address: 270 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10017
Beneficiary’s Name: The Mico Foundation
Beneficiary’s Address: 1A Marescaux Road, Kingston 5, Jamaica W.I.
Account #: 811370495
SUSTAINABILITY AND IMPACT
The new synthetic shingles approved by Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT) should last another 50 years. This would reduce the frequent patching and repairs of the worn cedar shingles, which have been costly over the years. The installation of these shingles will also preserve the interior underlying structures and, consequently, the interior of the building such as the flooring and furnishing. The restoration exercise would preserve the building as a national landmark and retain its iconic features and history as a part of the oldest teacher education and training institution in the Western Hemisphere.