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NEH Awards $500,000 Challenge Grant to Preserve a Detroit Icon

DETROIT, March 6, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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The birthplace of the Model T and one of the oldest surviving automotive factories in the world, the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant in Detroit, Michigan, has turned 120 years old. Henry Ford constructed this long, narrow, wood and brick building to provide maximum light and air for his workers between 1904 and 1910. It is where Ford developed the car that put the world on wheels.  

As the factory celebrates its birthday milestone, on the heels of the 115^th anniversary of the 1908 Model T, the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded the museum a $500,000 Infrastructure and Capacity Building Challenge Grant. This federal grant will match one dollar for every three dollars raised by the museum in support of crucial infrastructure projects and increased accessibility for the many thousands of visitors who tour the historic structure each year. 

Today, Piquette is a U. S. National Historic Landmark and nonprofit museum open year-round to the public. Through photographs, film, exhibits, original artifacts, and more than 65 rare vehicles, the museum brings to life the industrial, cultural, and social history of the City of Detroit just after the turn of the century. Saved by community volunteers in 2000, the building is miraculously preserved, offering an unparalleled place to explore early automotive history. It is an iconic tourist attraction in the place known worldwide as The Motor City. 

Despite significant repairs to the building over prior decades, however, the site is endangered, and volunteers are racing to install modern infrastructure that will protect it, and its rare vehicle collections, for generations to come.   

“Support from the NEH underscores the national significance of the Piquette Plant in American industrial history,” said Jill Woodward, President & Chief Operating Officer of the museum. “This is where Detroit’s origin story as The Motor City begins, right here in our Milwaukee Junction neighborhood, where Ford, Dodge, Cadillac, Detroit Electric and dozens of other automakers and auto suppliers were all operating. We hope community appreciation for our national automotive heritage will help us raise the funds needed to match the NEH challenge.”

The museum is currently tackling an estimated $10 million in capital needs including addressing cloth-covered wiring dating back to 1926, an inoperable fire-suppression system, a 98-year-old elevator, 120-year-old plumbing, and no heating or cooling throughout most of the museum. 

“Our greatest artifact is the building itself,” says Woodward. “Visitors from all over the world are amazed to experience the history of this place with its original patina intact.” The museum has engaged Detroit-based architectural firm Albert Kahn Associates to design the enhancements to the building. This partnership is fitting since the legendary late architect and founder of the firm, Albert Kahn, collaborated with Henry Ford to revolutionize the field of industrial architecture. 

The first affordable, mass-produced car for everyday people, the Model T sparked a worldwide transformation in manufacturing, transportation, and urban planning, as well as social and cultural trends such as The Great Migration and the population shift from farms to cities. By the early 1920s, every other car on the plant was a Model T. This car was in continuous production for nearly 19 years and more than 15 million were made. Visitors to the Piquette Plant today can stand in Mr. Ford’s secret Experimental Room, in the exact spot where the first Model T was conceived and built. 

Matching donations to support the "Preserving the Legend" fund at the  Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum can be made online at www.fordpiquetteplant.org. For more information, contact [email protected] or call (313) 872-8759. 

Contact Information:

Jill Woodward

President & COO

[email protected]

313-530-8269

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The Birthplace of the Model T: Henry Ford's Piquette Plant Celebrates 120 Years

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NEH Awards $500,000 Challenge Grant to Preserve a Detroit Icon

DETROIT, March 6, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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The birthplace of the Model T and one of the oldest surviving automotive factories in the world, the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant in Detroit, Michigan, has turned 120 years old. Henry Ford constructed this long, narrow, wood and brick building to provide maximum light and air for his workers between 1904 and 1910. It is where Ford developed the car that put the world on wheels.  

As the factory celebrates its birthday milestone, on the heels of the 115^th anniversary of the 1908 Model T, the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded the museum a $500,000 Infrastructure and Capacity Building Challenge Grant. This federal grant will match one dollar for every three dollars raised by the museum in support of crucial infrastructure projects and increased accessibility for the many thousands of visitors who tour the historic structure each year. 

Today, Piquette is a U. S. National Historic Landmark and nonprofit museum open year-round to the public. Through photographs, film, exhibits, original artifacts, and more than 65 rare vehicles, the museum brings to life the industrial, cultural, and social history of the City of Detroit just after the turn of the century. Saved by community volunteers in 2000, the building is miraculously preserved, offering an unparalleled place to explore early automotive history. It is an iconic tourist attraction in the place known worldwide as The Motor City. 

Despite significant repairs to the building over prior decades, however, the site is endangered, and volunteers are racing to install modern infrastructure that will protect it, and its rare vehicle collections, for generations to come.   

“Support from the NEH underscores the national significance of the Piquette Plant in American industrial history,” said Jill Woodward, President & Chief Operating Officer of the museum. “This is where Detroit’s origin story as The Motor City begins, right here in our Milwaukee Junction neighborhood, where Ford, Dodge, Cadillac, Detroit Electric and dozens of other automakers and auto suppliers were all operating. We hope community appreciation for our national automotive heritage will help us raise the funds needed to match the NEH challenge.”

The museum is currently tackling an estimated $10 million in capital needs including addressing cloth-covered wiring dating back to 1926, an inoperable fire-suppression system, a 98-year-old elevator, 120-year-old plumbing, and no heating or cooling throughout most of the museum. 

“Our greatest artifact is the building itself,” says Woodward. “Visitors from all over the world are amazed to experience the history of this place with its original patina intact.” The museum has engaged Detroit-based architectural firm Albert Kahn Associates to design the enhancements to the building. This partnership is fitting since the legendary late architect and founder of the firm, Albert Kahn, collaborated with Henry Ford to revolutionize the field of industrial architecture. 

The first affordable, mass-produced car for everyday people, the Model T sparked a worldwide transformation in manufacturing, transportation, and urban planning, as well as social and cultural trends such as The Great Migration and the population shift from farms to cities. By the early 1920s, every other car on the plant was a Model T. This car was in continuous production for nearly 19 years and more than 15 million were made. Visitors to the Piquette Plant today can stand in Mr. Ford’s secret Experimental Room, in the exact spot where the first Model T was conceived and built. 

Matching donations to support the "Preserving the Legend" fund at the  Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum can be made online at www.fordpiquetteplant.org. For more information, contact [email protected] or call (313) 872-8759. 

Contact Information:

Jill Woodward

President & COO

[email protected]

313-530-8269

Original Source:

The Birthplace of the Model T: Henry Ford's Piquette Plant Turns 120

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Ranking in the Top 50 Best IT Products and Top 100 Fastest Growing Products.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, February 22, 2024 (Newswire.com) - ScalePad is honored with two prestigious awards in G2’s 2024 Best Software Products list. Recognized for its innovative solutions, ScalePad ranked among the Top 50 Best IT Products for Backup Radar, which ensures MSPs mitigate backup failure risks. Scalepad was also named among the Top 100 Fastest Growing Products, ranking #35 for Lifecycle Manager, which helps MSPs show clients their IT risks and easily collaborate to mitigate them, as well as offering value-added services, including Warranty Services, Workstation Assurance, and end-of-life disposal. 

"These awards serve as a testament to our team's remarkable dedication and expertise, for their tireless work behind the scenes to craft and refine each of ScalePad's products to deliver real value to MSPs,” said Dan Wesnely, CEO at ScalePad. “We're immensely proud of their contributions in equipping our MSP partners' adventure and to excel in delivering unparalleled service to their clients." 

ScalePad’s strategic acquisitions in 2023, including Lifecycle Insights, Control Map, Cognition360 and Quoter, have fortified its suite of solutions for MSPs, aligning with its refreshed brand promise of "Equipping Your MSP Adventure!" This commitment has solidified ScalePad’s position as a leader in empowering MSPs and their success by equipping them with cutting-edge technology, unparalleled expertise, and unwavering support.  

"As a team, we're deeply committed to listening to our partners, understanding their unique needs, and crafting products that foster a harmonious experience between our MSP partners and their clients,” said Adam Hert, VP of Product at ScalePad. “Our focus on collaboration and innovation ensures that every solution we build is tailored to enhance operations and drive mutual success." 

“B2B software buyers, just like consumers, start their purchasing journey with research,” said Sara Rossio, Chief Product Officer at G2. “As the world’s largest software marketplace, G2 attracts more than 90 million buyers to our site each year — more than any other B2B marketplace — reaching those from companies of all sizes, in all industries. Based on their authentic feedback, we’re proud to announce the 2024 Best Software Award winners. Congratulations to the less than 1% of vendors listed on G2 who made one of our 30+ lists this year, achieving recognition driven by verified data rooted in the source that truly matters — authentic customer voice.” 

To learn more, view G2’s 2024 Best Software Awards and read more about G2’s methodology.

About G2:

G2 is the world's largest and most trusted software marketplace. More than 90 million people annually — including employees at all Fortune 500 companies — use G2 to make smarter software decisions based on authentic peer reviews. Thousands of software and services companies of all sizes partner with G2 to build their reputation and grow their business — including Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoom, and Adobe. Visit www.g2.com and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Media Contact:

Jenny Gardynski at G2

[email protected] or [email protected] 

About ScalePad:

ScalePad provides MSPs of every size with the knowledge, technology, and community they need to deliver increased client value while navigating the continuously changing terrain of the IT landscape. With a suite of integrated products that automate and standardize MSP’s operations, analyze and uncover new opportunities, and expand value to clients, ScalePad is equipping the MSP adventure. 

ScalePad has received awards such as MSP Today’s Product of the Year, G2’s 2024 Fastest Growing Product, and 2024 Best IT Management Product. In 2023, it was named a Best Workplace in Canada by Great Place to Work™. ScalePad is a privately held company serving over 12,000 MSPs across the globe. Learn more at scalepad.com.

Media Contact: 

Brittany Thibaudeau 

[email protected]

(604) 334-8986

Contact Information:
Brittany Thibaudeau
Communications Specialist
[email protected]
(604) 334-8986


Original Source: ScalePad Wins G2's 2024 Best Software Awards