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FOCUS - JUNE 2016 37 For the second time in 140 years Joseph Bigelows original Port Perry home has been lifted off its foundation. The house now located at 100 Mary St. was built in 1855 and while its not the most architecturally impressive home in the com- munity it is without a doubt one of the towns most historically significant homes. Recognizing the importance of the historical home local builder John Lucyk purchased the property and came up with a plan to renovate the home and build an addition that will transform it into a shared-residence for seniors. Work began on the 4500 sq. ft. project earlier this year and last month the historic structure was raised from its old foundation in preparation for constructing a basement. Mr. Lucyk said in an interview last year that special care will be taken to preserve and enhance the integrity of this heritage home plus all the modern amenities will be featured. When completed 100 Perry St. will have four spacious and pri- vate bedroomssitting areas with ensuite bathrooms and walk-in closets. Laundry facilities will be provided on each floor and a grand kitchen will be available to share. There will be a beautiful dining room a Georgian room a back deck parking and a new entrance. The house is important for many reasons although the most note- able is that it was the first home of Joseph Bigelow the towns most influential and important citizen during the towns early develop- ment. Mr. Bigelow was not only an entrepreneur he was the towns first post master first Reeve Justice of the Peace bank manager and one of the towns leading industrial and commercial businessmen. The Bigelow house was originally on a lot located approximately at 183 Queen St. where Tweed Hickory is located today. Joseph and his twin brother Joel took possession of the land in 1851 and built a simple two-storey structure to house a general store and living accommoda- tions. After Joel moved to Whitby and with the business expanding Joseph and his wife Elizabeth decided to build a new house separate from the store. It was on this lot their two-storey white frame home was built in 1855. Years later with a family of six children the Bigelows decided to move from Queen St. so they might have more pri- vacy. They had their comfortable home moved during the early winter months of 1876 to its present 100 Mary St. lot. In the years since it was moved the home has had a number of owners. The last family to own the house and raise a family was Stan and Vera Hatchinski who purchased the house in August 1959. Mrs. Hatchinski continued to live in the home until 2011 when she moved away. By Peter Hvidsten Focus on Scugog Joseph Bigelows first home in Port Perry was located on Queen Street. The two-storey frame home was moved from the street about 1876 to its present location at 100 Perry Street. The house was raised off its old foundation in preparation for renovations in April 2016. The Bigelow house was moved to this lot at 100 Mary Street in 1876.