“The restoration of the Nickerson Mansion and its transformation into the Driehaus Museum has been life changing. This feat could not have been accomplished without the help of many uniquely gifted artisans and tradesmen, each with a passion for excellence and dedication to restoring the Nickerson to the highest possible standards. Their work, masterminded by the Director of the Nickerson Restoration, my good friend Dr. M. Kirby Talley, has exceeded my greatest expectations. It strikingly demonstrates William Blake’s insightful quote that “Execution is the chariot of genius.” I cannot find words to fully describe this building’s rich metamorphosis over the past five years. How does one respond to a painting by Turner, a sculpture by Bernini or the works of the visionary Michelangelo?”
Richard H. Driehaus, Founder & Patron, Richard H. Driehaus Museum

“If I had to sum up the restoration in two words I would say breathtakingly meticulous. Equal attention was paid to the large and small issues from laser cleaning to what type of screw head should be used. I will never forget the pleasure and satisfaction I had working with such consummate professionals whose only thought, every day, was to do the very best and then some.”
Dr. M. Kirby Talley, Jr., Founding Executive Director Emeritus & Director of the Nickerson Restoration, Richard H. Driehaus Museum

“The project represents a successful collaboration between Antunovich Associates, Richard H. Driehaus, and M. Kirby Talley, Jr., the Director of the Nickerson Restoration, to execute the demanding programmatic needs for environmentally controlled museum galleries while respecting the Landmark building’s character-defining features and finishes.”
Joseph M. Antunovich, AIA, President Antunovich Associates, Inc. Restoration Architects