The months-long project to replace the aging roof of the Tabernacle in the Camp Ground of Oak Bluffs came to a close in June.

New roof is completed on the Tabernacle. – Ray Ewing
The Tabernacle before construction began in September. – Ray Ewing
The old roof tiles are covered in moss and lichens. – Ray Ewing
Load of materials arrives in Oak Bluffs. – Ray Ewing
Stained glass windows are covered ahead of construction. – Ray Ewing
The first tile is removed. – Ray Ewing
A hole emerges in the roof. – Ray Ewing
Tiles come off for the initial mockup. – Ray Ewing
Mockup inspection takes place. – Ray Ewing
A worker inspects progress up by the stained glass. – Ray Ewing
More removed tiles allow light into The Tabernacle. – Ray Ewing
Worker is seen through hole upper-level roof. – Ray Ewing
More tiles are loaded into lift from upper roof. – Ray Ewing
Cranes were a common sight inside the Tabernacle. – Ray Ewing
Every piece was carefully placed. – Ray Ewing
Work continued from above and below. – Ray Ewing
The stark difference between the old tile and the new. – Ray Ewing
Care was taken to ensure the new roof will last. – Ray Ewing
New lighting is installed in the interior. – Ray Ewing
Bare winter branches revealed the completed new roof. – Ray Ewing
– Ray Ewing
A bird’s-eye-view of the completed project. – Ray Ewing

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