The Center: A Sustainable Historic House
A project in Lower Ninth Ward, New Orleans, LA by The Lower 9th Ward CSED000days
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The Center will showcase energy efficiency upgrades and primarily serve as an educational center for the Lower 9th Ward community.
Backers: 185
Average Pledge Per Backer: $103
Funded: $19,039 of $17,900
Dates: Oct 2nd -> Nov 6th (36 days)
Project By: The Lower 9th Ward CSED
Backers: 185
Average Pledge Per Backer: $103
Funded: $19,039 of $17,900
Dates: Oct 2nd -> Nov 6th (36 days)
Project By: The Lower 9th Ward CSED
$19,039
current pledge level
Last Updated: November 6 @ 01:45 -0500 GMT
106%
of goal
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Latest News
Less Than 2 Days 
November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! We have less than 2 days to go before the end of our Kickstarter and we are still a little short on our goal. Please spread the word and tell everyone you know to contribute to our Kickstarter. Thanks again to all those who have... (Read More)
The Center Hack-a-thon
October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Greenbuild was a busy time for CSED and The Center. Along with the ribbon cutting and fall greening with Historic Green, The Center was also part of the Greenbuild Hack-a-thon. What is a Hack-a-thon? Greenbuild recruited 5-10 community-building... (Read More)
Fall Greening with Historic Green
October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Saturday, October 25, Historic Green worked on The Center (aka the 2014 Greenbuild Legacy Project) to get The Center one step closer to completion. 15 individuals (and 1 bird) came through, working on painting, soffits, doors, & sanding. Thanks... (Read More)
Vincent & Charles
October 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
To appreciate The Center, you need to know who's been working on it. While residents and volunteers have played a large part in the renovation, two CSED staff members, Vincent Fedeli and Charles Reddick, have been leading the charge. They've been... (Read More)
More than Half-Way
October 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
First of all, we want to thank everyone who was contributed to our campaign. You guys have been wonderful. We have 14 days to go. We want to make it to the finish line. Please help us get there. If you haven't pledged, please do! For those who... (Read More)
"We Pledged"
October 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Last Sunday, on October 19th, there was a celebration. As the 2014 Greenbuild Legacy project, CSED had the opportunity to have a ribbon cutting with USGBC, thanks to the sponsor Tandus Centiva. During the ribbon cutting and reception, attendees could... (Read More)
The Center and Beyond
October 15th - via: kickstarter.com
The Center is just one component of 5227 Chartres St. When we acquired the lot, it included a shed and a large backyard. While The Center will focus on energy efficiency measures, we have great plans for the remaining portions of the property. ... (Read More)
Pardon Our Dust...
October 15th - via: kickstarter.com
The work never stops at The Center. Every day, Vincent, Charles, and a handful of others continue to work and renovate. Below are a few pictures of the latest developments at The Center. Installed brand new doors New hardwood floors for office and... (Read More)
The Center Ribbon Cutting and Reception!
October 14th - via: kickstarter.com
For those who live in New Orleans or are visiting this weekend, please stop by and join us for our ribbon cutting. There will be food, drinks, live music, and a giveaway! (Read More)
2014 Greenbuild Legacy Project
October 13th - via: kickstarter.com
The USGBC Louisiana, Host Chapter for the 2014 Greenbuild International Conference & Expo (Greenbuild), has selected The CSED Center: A Sustainable Historic House as the site of the 2014 Greenbuild Host City Legacy Project. The U.S. Green... (Read More)
CSED's Amazing Volunteers
October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
The Center is being built for and has been built by CSED's invaluable volunteers. Of its many uses, The Center will be used as a gathering point and resting space for our volunteers as they continue to do great work in the Lower 9th Ward. All year,... (Read More)
The Early Stages of The Center
October 6th - via: kickstarter.com
The Center has come a long way. When CSED first acquired the building last year, the 130 year old barge board house was completely dilapidated and falling apart. Under the guidance of Vincent Fedeli, our Energy Efficiency & Urban Farm Manager,... (Read More)
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