Hezekiah Hutchins, a Revolutionary War veteran who moved to Rumford in 1801 with his wife and four children, built this house. The facade is symmetrical with a central entry door and windows made up of multiple small panes. Two large brick chimneys are symmetrically placed on each side of the entrance. The only decorative elements are reserved for the entry door, which is flanked by wood pilasters supporting a wide cornice that projects over the paneled door and its transom. The interior is remarkable for its Rufus Porter murals added c.1840. Porter was a prolific mural painter in New England between 1825 and 1845 and his pastoral works were inspired by his youth in Bridgton and Portland, Maine. Hutchins, who commissioned the murals, resided in the house until his death in 1856. He was a founder and first Deacon of the Congregational Church at Rumford Center. He also served as the moderator for town meetings, tax collector, constable, and as Justice of the Peace.
Year Listed: 1979
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