 The building, which Tapestry's Board president Lisa Strong had observed was for sale while riding her bike, cost $270,000 which was paid for with funds from hundreds of donors.Before housing an air compressor assembly, the building served as a car dealership, evidenced by Ford Model T wheels etched into its exterior.Renovation of the space took place during the summer months of that year and was conducted by over 120 volunteers who collectively spent over 2,000 hours working on the project.