Sewall Memorial Congregational Church, Robbinston, 1911

The Sewall Memorial Church is a notable example of religious architecture in the far eastern Washington County town of Robbinston, Maine. Erected in 1911 to replace an earlier church, the asymmetrically composed, wood-frame building with off-set tower is an example of a form of religious building that became increasingly common after the Civil War, due in part to widely distributed, published plans. Formerly known as the Robbinston Congregational Church, this building is the only example of late Victorian-era religious architecture in this small community.

Calais Observatory, Calais, 1857, 1866, 1895

The Calais Observatory is a site on which was formerly located a United States Coast Survey astronomical observatory. The observatory is located in the far eastern town of Calais, Washington County, Maine, upon an outcrop dome in a residential neighborhood. Marking the site of the observatory are a stone pillar and stone base, both used to support astronomical instruments, as well as two drill holes and a pair of stone pads chiseled out of the granite.

American Woolen Company Foxcroft Mill, Dover-Foxcroft, c. 1844-1953

The American Woolen Company Mill is located on East Main Street, beside the Piscataquis River bridge, in the heart of Dover-Foxcroft, Maine. The complex includes ten contributing buildings and structures (with additions) ranging in date from 1844 to 1941. Originally called the Mayo & Son Mill, the complex achieved its fully developed state under the ownership of the American Woolen Company in 1941. The complex was occupied by companies that provided employment to a significant number of local residents over a period of 163 years.

Waterville Main Street Historic District, Waterville, 1831 - 1961

The Waterville Main Street Historic District consists of twenty-five buildings, one structure, two objects and two public parks in downtown Waterville, Maine. The District is centered on Main Street and also includes buildings on either side of Common Street, which extends east from Main Street, near the middle of the district. This commercial district was listed in the National Register of Historic Places for its representative significance in the areas of Commerce, and Entertainment and Recreation.

Androscoggin Yacht Club, Wayne, 1909-1962

The Androscoggin Yacht Club on Androscoggin Lake in Wayne, is among the oldest surviving yacht club organizations in Maine, and perhaps the oldest such facility located on an inland waterway, still being used for its original function. First incorporated in 1909, the organization purchased land and opened its clubhouse and docks in 1912. The wood frame clubhouse with wraparound porch and generous meeting hall was designed by architect Carl Fuller Davis of Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Wiscasset Historic District Additional Documentation, First Congregational Church, 1909.

On January 12th, 1973, the Wiscasset Historic District was listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Referred to as ?the Prettiest Village in Maine?, Wiscasset is a coastal town on the Sheepscot River that flourished in the years before Maine statehood (1820). It then stalled, both economically and architecturally, in the middle and late decades of the 19th centuries.

Lamb Block, Livermore Falls, 1895

The Lamb Block in Livermore Falls, Androscoggin County, Maine has been listed in the National Register for its local architectural significance. The three-story brick structure located on the north side of Depot Street was designed by George M. Coombs and built for John F. Lamb in 1895 to house the hardware business Lamb owned with his son-in-law, A.W. Stuart. It is a classic example of a late 19th century downtown commercial structure with first floor storefronts, second floor professional offices, and a large, third floor meeting hall.

First Baptist Church of Great Pond, Great Pond, c. 1890-1895

The Free Baptist Church of Great Pond is a small, well proportioned, and pleasant looking wood frame church with a projecting front vestibule, two-stage belfry, and spire. The singular building is located on the village?s main road, overlooking a broad valley, and is adjacent to the town?s former school house, now the town hall. The church was constructed between 1890 and 1895 by the members of the Free Baptist Church, with extensive financial support from the entire community.

Togus VA Medical Center and National Cemetery, 1866-1960

The Togus Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Center and National Cemetery Historic District is located within the towns of Augusta and Chelsea, in Kennebec County, Maine. Established in 1866, the medical center has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places for its importance to the state and the nation as a facility that tells the story of the federal government?s evolving care of veterans.

The Colonial Inn, Ogunquit, c.1890-1961

The Colonial Inn is a small resort containing a variety of types of tourist accommodations constructed from the late 19th century through the first three quarters of the 20th century. The one and one-half acre property is located in the York County coastal town of Ogunquit and contains the Colonial Hotel (c. 1890), a turn-of-the century Shingly Style cottage, two motels (1961 and 1983), a swimming pool and maintenance shed.

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