Most Endangered 2006 - Maine Preservation

11 th Annual List of

Maine ’s Most Endangered Historic Properties Announced

Portland , Maine . Today, Maine Preservation announced its 11th annual list of Maine’s Most Endangered Historic Properties at a press conference outside the Kennebec County Court House in downtown Augusta – in full view of the historic YMCA across the street. The Kennebec County YMCA , built in 1914, is among the six structures and one National Register historic district officially named to the program this year by Maine Preservation’s Board of Trustees. The selections were made after reviewing a record number of nominations received earlier this year.

“We believe that Maine 's traditional buildings and landscapes provide tangible links to our past and future. They are strong and contributing elements of our cultural legacy,” stated Maine Preservation Board President, Cynthia Wheelock. “ Our mission is to promote the preservation, protection and vitality of Maine 's historic places and encourage quality design that contributes to the livability of our communities,” she said.

“Eleven years ago we began our Most Endangered Historic Properties program to increase public awareness of the need to preserve and protect our vanishing heritage, and to provide leadership and support in the rescue of significant historic structures and sites across Maine .

“The program demonstrates the variety and severity of threats facing historic structures and sites across Maine . Endangered status does not ensure the protection of a site or provide funding, yet it continually helps to raise local awareness and helps focus the work that often leads to rescue,” said Roxanne Eflin, the organization’s Executive Director.

• the 1914 Kennebec County YMCA , 33 Winthrop Street , Augusta , endangered by potential redevelopment;

• two buildings on Great Diamond Island in Portland - the former 200-man Barracks and the Hospital at Fort McKinley (1903-1910), both endangered by deterioration, lack of use and potential demolition;

• the Standish Corner (National Register) Historic District (six 18 th and 19 th century structures on eight acres in the village center of Standish), established in 1993, endangered by potential new development, building relocation and proposed demolition;

• the 1891 J.K.Edes Building in downtown Guilford (where Burt’s Bees began), endangered by deterioration, lack of use and potential demolition;

• the 1940 Houlton Aviation Control Tower. Both of these rare towers are endangered by deterioration due to lack of funds for maintenance.

Since 1996, and including this year, 69 individual and six statewide thematic property types have received “Most Endangered” status. 22 are now considered “rescued,” with another 47 still considered “at risk” including the six statewide thematic properties types of Barns and Agricultural Buildings, Historic Downtown “Main Streets”, Historic Neighborhood Schools, Grange Halls, Town Meeting Halls, and Steeple and Towers. Only six endangered properties have been lost to demolition since the program began 11 years ago.

For photos, inspiring success stories and ways to get involved, contact Greg Paxton, Executive Director, at (207) 775-3652

To help rescue these and other Endangered properties, contact Maine Preservation at (207) 775-3652 or email at maineprs@gwi.net. Charitable donations to the Preserve Maine Fund can be made by credit card to the above number or mailed to 500 Congress Street, 2nd Floor, Portland, ME 04101.

Maine's Most Endangered Historic Properties 2006

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Search Our Site About Maine Preservation Meet our Trustees and Staff How You Can Help! News Most Endangered Historic Properties Legislative Updates Heritage Education Preservation Easements Resources and Links Events Calendar Books and Gifts Contact Us	Maine's Most Endangered Historic Properties 2006 News Release June 30, 2006 Contact: Greg Paxton, Executive Director (207) 775 3652 Click on links for individual resources for photos and more information ________________________________________________________________________ 11 th Annual List of Maine ’s Most Endangered Historic Properties Announced Portland , Maine . Today, Maine Preservation announced its 11th annual list of Maine’s Most Endangered Historic Properties at a press conference outside the Kennebec County Court House in downtown Augusta – in full view of the historic YMCA across the street. The Kennebec County YMCA , built in 1914, is among the six structures and one National Register historic district officially named to the program this year by Maine Preservation’s Board of Trustees. The selections were made after reviewing a record number of nominations received earlier this year. “We believe that Maine 's traditional buildings and landscapes provide tangible links to our past and future. They are strong and contributing elements of our cultural legacy,” stated Maine Preservation Board President, Cynthia Wheelock. “ Our mission is to promote the preservation, protection and vitality of Maine 's historic places and encourage quality design that contributes to the livability of our communities,” she said. “Eleven years ago we began our Most Endangered Historic Properties program to increase public awareness of the need to preserve and protect our vanishing heritage, and to provide leadership and support in the rescue of significant historic structures and sites across Maine . “The program demonstrates the variety and severity of threats facing historic structures and sites across Maine . Endangered status does not ensure the protection of a site or provide funding, yet it continually helps to raise local awareness and helps focus the work that often leads to rescue,” said Roxanne Eflin, the organization’s Executive Director. New to the list in 2006 are: • the 1914 Kennebec County YMCA , 33 Winthrop Street , Augusta , endangered by potential redevelopment; • two buildings on Great Diamond Island in Portland - the former 200-man Barracks and the Hospital at Fort McKinley (1903-1910), both endangered by deterioration, lack of use and potential demolition; • the Standish Corner (National Register) Historic District (six 18 th and 19 th century structures on eight acres in the village center of Standish), established in 1993, endangered by potential new development, building relocation and proposed demolition; • the 1891 J.K.Edes Building in downtown Guilford (where Burt’s Bees began), endangered by deterioration, lack of use and potential demolition; • the 1920 Stockholm Mountain Fire Lookout Tower in Aroostook County ; and • the 1940 Houlton Aviation Control Tower. Both of these rare towers are endangered by deterioration due to lack of funds for maintenance. Since 1996, and including this year, 69 individual and six statewide thematic property types have received “Most Endangered” status. 22 are now considered “rescued,” with another 47 still considered “at risk” including the six statewide thematic properties types of Barns and Agricultural Buildings, Historic Downtown “Main Streets”, Historic Neighborhood Schools, Grange Halls, Town Meeting Halls, and Steeple and Towers. Only six endangered properties have been lost to demolition since the program began 11 years ago. - Return to Maine's Most Endangered Historic Properties- For photos, inspiring success stories and ways to get involved, contact Greg Paxton, Executive Director, at (207) 775-3652 To help rescue these and other Endangered properties, contact Maine Preservation at (207) 775-3652 or email at maineprs@gwi.net. Charitable donations to the Preserve Maine Fund can be made by credit card to the above number or mailed to 500 Congress Street, 2nd Floor, Portland, ME 04101.
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