Historic Pavilion Rehabilitation at Fillmore Glen State Park

Named for America’s 13th President, Millard Fillmore, Fillmore Glen State Park opened in 1925 and is known for its scenic gorge, five waterfalls, campsites, and a replica of Fillmore’s boyhood log cabin. Near the gorge’s base and a natural swimming area sits the historic pavilion, which Beardsley Architects + Engineers was selected to rehabilitate.

Built in 1928, the pavilion had experienced decades of wear, with deteriorating windows, roofing, flooring, and outdated, inefficient restrooms limiting its use as a community event space. Beardsley’s goal was to restore and enhance the building to align with its original character while improving its function for today’s visitors and staff.

The historic renovation program included exterior and interior upgrades: siding replacement, new windows and doors, refinished flooring, repointing stone columns, reconfigured and upgraded restrooms, a new small kitchen, and the relocation of the lifeguard and first aid station for better accessibility.

This thoughtful rehabilitation preserves an important piece of Fillmore Glen’s historic fabric while providing a more comfortable and functional gathering space for park visitors.