Historical Markers and War Memorials in Kennebunk, Maine
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Kennebunk is in York County
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This depot was constructed in 1872 when the Boston & Maine Railroad operated a branch line between Portland and South Berwick, Maine. It is an example of Stick-style architecture. During the late 1800, tourists to the area were met . . . — — Map (db m186335) HM
This quartet of buildings, which now forms the Brick Store Museum, was operated as separate businesses throughout the decades. The brick building was erected in 1825 by wealthy merchant and ship owner, William Lord. In 1936 Lord's . . . — — Map (db m186324) HM
This church was built in 1772-1773 on land donated by Colonel Joseph Storer, to house the congregation originally located at the Kennebunk Landing. The church was enlarged by Thomas Eaton in 1803 and the bell tower was constructed. . . . — — Map (db m186323) HM
The Hugh McCulloch home was actually built in 1787 for Tomas Wiswell. The home ha a massive center chimney and three upstairs bedrooms have hinged walls which can be swung upward and secured to the ceiling to create a large ballroom. . . . — — Map (db m186345) HM
The Four Way Test
of the things we think, say or do
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build good will and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
1925 - Kennebunk Rotary Club is . . . — — Map (db m186303) HM
Welcome to Kennebunk
The Native American word “Kennebunk” means “long cut bank” and likely refers to Great Hill at the mouth of the Mousam River which would have been an important landmark to those traveling the coast in their . . . — — Map (db m186306) HM
Welcome to Kennebunk
The Native American word “Kennebunk” means “long cut bank” and likely refers to Great Hill at the mouth of the Mousam River which would have been an important landmark to those traveling the coast in their . . . — — Map (db m186327) HM
Here stood the Lafayette Elm whose image adorns Kennebunk's Town Seal. Named for the great French friend of the American Revolution, the Marquis de Lafayette, who was entertained at the adjoining Storer Mansion on June 25, 1825, the elm and . . . — — Map (db m230975) HM
The first school to be built on this site was called Union Academy. Built by subscription in 1833 it functioned as a school for those students near the center of town until it was consumed by fire in 1870. The next structure was . . . — — Map (db m186332) HM
This three-story federal home was built in 1812 for John Usher Parsons and his bride Susanna Savary. Mr. Parsons died soon after in 1815. The home was then purchased in 1815. The home was then purchased in 1816 by Daniel Sewall, . . . — — Map (db m186318) HM
More than 20 vessls were built on the Mousm River between the years of 1760 and 1790. Most vessels were built here at what was then "The John Butland Shipyard." The largest vessel weighed nearly 240 tons. Many of the earliest . . . — — Map (db m186348) HM
The Dr. Lemuel Richards home was originally built in 1800 for William Taylor who lived here until 1815. After suffering financial losses, due to the War of 1812, Taylor sold the home to William Hackett and Timothy Frost who were . . . — — Map (db m186326) HM
This Second Empire style home with mansard roof was built for merchant George Wise in 1868 just three years after the Civil War ended. This home occupies the site which was previously owned by George's father, Captain Daniel Wise, . . . — — Map (db m186338) HM
This Greek Revival home was built by Beniah Littlefield for Horace Porter in 1848. The land was originally owned by Horace’s father, Joseph Porter, who operated a tin shop on the premises. Horace was a wealthy merchant who had this . . . — — Map (db m186319) HM
This Colonial Saltbox home was built c.1750 making it one of a handful of colonial homes still left standing in Kennebunk. It was built for Captain James Hubbard who was originally from Berwick, Maine. Hubbard commanded of a company . . . — — Map (db m186339) HM
Numerous manufacturers have occupied this site throughout Kennebunk’s history. Since the first settlement of Kennebunk in the mid 1600s, until now, the Mousam River has been the site of many industries including sawmills, textile and . . . — — Map (db m186307) HM
The depression in the bank across the street is one of the last visible remains of a once thriving shipbuilding industry which existed along the western banks of the Kennebunk River. Prior to 1790, most shipbuilding was done on the . . . — — Map (db m186344) HM
Near this spot stood the Larrabee Garrison which was constructed between 1714 - 1722 by William and Stephen Larrabee. It embraced more than an acre of ground and had thick timber walls. Within the walls were five houses. During times . . . — — Map (db m186347) HM
It is believed that the Mousam River takes its name from an Indian word, but the true meaning of the word has long been lost. Some speculate that “Mousam” means “Moose”. The face of the river front has changed over the years, as is . . . — — Map (db m186302) HM
This brick building was built by Dr. Frank Ross in 1885 following destructive fires which destroyed the two previous wooden buildings that stood here. This brick building, originally only two stories tall, initially housed Dr. Ross’s . . . — — Map (db m186310) HM
This home was constructed in 1758 by Joseph Storer and his wife Hannah. Storer was the wealthiest man in Kennebunk at the time and owned a saw mill, country store and grist mill. He entered into the Revolutionary War in 1777. He was . . . — — Map (db m186308) HM
Originally this Federal style, brick home was undadorned when built by George Washington Bourne in 1826. The main structure is brick. Following a fire in 1852 which destroyed the original barn, Bourne decided to rebuild it. He added . . . — — Map (db m186343) HM
This magnificent sculpture, designed and executed by Vytautas K. Jonynas, adorned the façade of the Vatican pavilion at the Worlds Fair in New York City (1964-1965). It depicts the church militant, the church suffering, and the church triumphant, . . . — — Map (db m105035) HM
In memory of those who served
World War II • Korea • Vietnam • Lebanon-Granada • Panama • Desert Shield/Storm • Persian Gulf • Afghanistan • Iraq — — Map (db m186331) WM
This Federal home was designed by Thomas Eaton in 1804 for George W. Wallingford. George Wallingford was born in 1775 and was a graduate of Harvard College in 1795. He was admitted to the bar in 1798 and began practicing law in . . . — — Map (db m186301) HM
In 2013, long-time Kennebunk resident Geraldine Waterhouse and her granddaughter Paige Hill, bequeathed a generous donation for the purpose of establishing the Waterhouse Youth Endowment at the Waterhouse Center.
This endowment was created . . . — — Map (db m186311) HM
Kennebunk, her soldiers and sailors of the World War 1914 - 1918
John Authier •
Melvin G Ayer •
Aretas O Barker •
Sidney Batchelder •
Linwood C Bodwell •
Floyd C Boston •
Gail VF Boston •
Deane N Brigham • . . . — — Map (db m186321) WM
The upper section of Summer Street was settled by wealthy ship builders and business men, many belonging to the Lord and Thompson families. It became known as "Zion's Hill" in 1833 when the sale of liquor was debated by the . . . — — Map (db m186334) HM
