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A shining example of revitalization at work. Above is the Historic Hillman House, before and after; at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 
were descendants of the original Hillman's being honored, September 25, 2010
Historic Hillman House
Heart of Appalachia Tourism Authority 
Completed Sept. 25, 2010

The historic Hillman House is the second oldest home located in the Town of St. Paul and is located in the center of downtown St. Paul. The oldest structure, the Brown House, has been renovated and is now operating successfully as the Town's Rail Road Museum. Using the federal funds, an extensive renovation project was launched to repair damages and disrepair which the structure has sustained over the years. Renovations are complete and Hillman House is currently being  used as a Welcome Center for the Town of St. Paul and home to the Appalachian Tourism Bureau. The Center provides visitors with information regarding the existing biking trails nearby, and will soon offer bicycle, canoe and tubing rentals, as well as showcase local arts and crafts. The renovated Hillman House may also house a tea room or small eatery. For now, it serves as a meeting and reception hall for various organizations and Downtown Revitilization committee meetings. The Hillman House renovation project serves as an example of what St. Paul is doing to bring business back to our downtown area.

 

The Brown House
St. Paul Railroad Museum & Art Gallery
The oldest standing home in downtown St. Paul was originally built and  owned by the railroad. It was used as an office and dormatory for railroad engineers and workers. After years of transfers of ownership, families moving in and out, the Town restored the building and turned it into the St. Paul Railroad Museum and Art Gallery. St. Paul hosts many groups and individuals visiting the museum as well as a variety of special events and meetings. Most recent visitors to the museum were St. Joseph's University students sharing their Spring Break by doing community service in and around St. Paul and Ferrum College ApLit Program students, both here in March, 2012.