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The Woods Hole Community Association celebrates the purchase of the historic Captain Davis House at 3 Water Street, Woods Hole on January 16, 2025. More than 350 donors joined to raise the $1.8 million purchase price. It has truly been a community accomplishment. The Captain Davis House now joins the other historic buildings under Community Association stewardship—buildings that include the Community Hall, the Old Fire Station, and the Woods Hole School. All of these buildings currently enjoy a vibrant use that benefits the entire community, which wouldn’t be possible without support from the village and beyond. While there are too many contributors to thank in an initial announcement, and many who wish to remain anonymous, the Woods Hole Community Association nonetheless particularly extends its gratitude to: · The initial buyer of the property, who generously set aside personal interest and made possible this significant enhancement of the village. · WGBH Educational Foundation, who owned the building previously and partnered in making this sale possible. · The Woods Hole Foundation, who matched the Community Association’s initial funding commitment and then again stepped in to make sure the sale could be completed. · Everyone who raised their voices to believe that the community could make this happen! The Woods Hole Community Association understands that WGBH is looking for a new home for WCAI. We hope that WGBH will take the time to thoroughly consider the value of staying in the Davis House under Community Association ownership. Whatever the final outcome, we envision the Captain Davis House as providing a key element to the unique mix of Woods Hole village: amid the world-class science institutions and colorful local businesses, the Captain Davis House can now continue to be a home to creative endeavors that reach outward into the world and enrich the widest possible community. Today we celebrate!