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YARMOUTH – Several central Maine historic properties were among 16 that were awarded historic preservation grants from Maine Preservation, in partnership with The 1772 Foundation.
Maine Preservation is the statewide, nonprofit organization that promotes and preserves historic places, buildings, downtowns and neighborhoods, strengthening the cultural and economic vitality of Maine communities and The 1772 Foundation, based in Providence, R.I., plays a leading role in promoting historic preservation nationwide.
Central Maine organizations awarded grants are:
* Readfield Union Meeting House Corp. (Readfield Union Meeting House $10,000)
* Washburn-Norlands Foundation Inc. (Universalist Meeting House $10,000)
* Johnson Hall Inc. (Johnson Hall $5,000)
* Freeport Historical Society (Harrington House $4,500)
In its most recent grant round, The 1772 Foundation worked with the six New England statewide historic preservation organizations, including Maine Preservation, to administer 1:1 matching grants of up to $10,000 for deserving projects. At their quarterly meeting, the trustees of The 1772 Foundation awarded $100,000 in grants to 16 Maine projects. Maine Preservation worked closely with The 1772 Foundation to select the awarded projects and will manage the grants. Overall, a total of $600,000 was awarded to 79 grantees across the six New England states.
The initial pool of 48 Maine applicants included libraries, theatres, museums, lighthouses, and community centers requesting more than $435,197 in capital repair projects. From these inquiries, organizations 28 organizations were invited to submit full applications, totaling over $235,000 in needed funds. The grants to Maine organizations are being provided for roof repair; exterior rehabilitation, including masonry repair and window restoration; foundation repair; fire/security systems; solar systems installation; painting; and the development of building condition assessments and maintenance plans.
PHOTO: Readfield Union Meeting House (Maine Preservation photo)
