May 20, 2009 WE DID IT !!!!!!!!!!! and WE'RE OPEN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We hosted an Open House for the townsfolk on the 19th of May.
It was a smashing success with well over 300 visitors.
I talked with everyone and was tremendously rewarded by their comments... not only were they very impressed with the Inn's rebirth... but also deeply appreciative of the fact that we did, indeed, rebuild "the crown jewel of Ste. Genevieve!"


More to come soon, including interior photos.

We only had seven days to furnish and decorate... so we're still recovering.

Thank you to you, dear reader, and to ALL our friends.

See you soon!




March 20, 2009 We're almost ready to reopen !!!!!

More info and pics to come very soon. The Contractors are doing a wonderful job... and she looks great !!



First Update, August 14, 2008

Well, it's been a long time, but we finally have something to show off. Today is the 14th of August and the new windows are being installed!

They were manufactured here in Ste. Genevieve. Here's a picture of the delivery... That's our Mayor, Dick Greminger, co-owner of D & S Windows. What a great job they've done !!

Progress is being made in other areas as well. The third floor structure has been completely rebuilt, and the whole house fire sprinkler system is in place again. Rough plumbing and electrical are about halfway done, as well as the new heating and air conditioning. Those systems will, of course, be modern. We have, however, been careful to work to "restore," not just start over. Even the finish carpenters have produced special tools to recreate the 1848 moldings and doors.

Our worst case guess for reopening is now the end of February... one year after the fire.

WE'LL KEEP YOU POSTED, and THANKS SO MUCH for you interest and caring !!!!!!!!!!




Mayor Greminger owns the window manufacturing company here

Progress !!!

Progress !!!
First New Windows


The Phoenix Will Rise Again ! February 21, 2008


NO ONE WAS IN THE BUILDING... THANK GOD

Despite seven hours of fighting the fire with nearly 60 firefighters and 250,000 gallons of water...
The Inn stands proudly and strong.

Within days of the fire, tarps were put over the gaping hole that had been the roof and a catastrophe recovery company was on the job (CATCO). Now two weeks later the work continues. Jan is working with the recovery specialists to identify and inventory the waterlogged contents (Monday we start on the basement). Cathy is working hard to contact the guests (difficult since our reservation book was lost).
We have recovered our computer which had our confirmation letter data,
and no credit card information escaped our control.

We are blessed with the support of our wonderful community and want to express our gratitude for the outpouring of support we have received from our friends and previous guests.

Needless to say, WE ARE REBUILDING ! The purpose of this page is to keep everyone who is concerned about our Grand Old Inn up to date with our progress. To our guests who have stayed with us and brought family and friends, please spread the word, keep checking this site for progress updates, and remember...
We'll be back !
And we are still operating Dr. Hertich's House across the street.

innstgemme@sbcglobal.net

drhertich@sbcglobal.net


The night of the fire

The night of the fire
Eight Alarm !

Now what?

Saturday, February 23, 2008

My wife and I were devastated to learn of your tragic loss today. Two years ago we stayed at Dr. Hertich’s house and just this past December we overnighted at the Inn Ste. Gemme. We had plans to visit again this year but then KWMU notified us this afternoon about the fire. We watched the news and saw the horrific destruction that it caused. Words cannot express our sadness at the loss of this fine old house. We hope that you and your staff are well and experienced no injuries.
Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.

Steve
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