Photo: Zachau Construction and Darren Setlow
We look forward to returning to The Smith Center in Freeport for our upcoming Gala on Thursday, September 10, 2026! This year’s celebration will feature a virtual auction, raffle, live music, hors d’oeuvres, and a complimentary bar. You won’t want to miss this lively evening of celebrating preservation, connecting with friends old and new, and meeting fellow supporters who share your commitment to Maine’s treasured historic places. Secure your patronage by May 20th to be included on the printed invitation. We hope you can join us!
Please consider supporting our statewide efforts by becoming a patron at one of the following levels:
Visionary | $2,000 ($1,570 is tax-deductible)
6 Gala reservations, 20 raffle tickets, premium parking spot, limited-edition MP tote filled with local goodies, skip-the-line bar access, and an additional hour to bid after auction close.Luminary| $1,000 ($690 is tax-deductible)
4 Gala reservations, 12 raffle tickets, limited-edition MP tote filled with local goodies, skip-the-line bar access, and an additional hour to bid after auction close.Partner Plus | $500 ($320 is tax-deductible)
3 Gala reservations, 6 raffle tickets, and an additional hour to bid after auction close.Partner | $300 ($180 is tax-deductible)
2 Gala reservations, 3 raffle tickets, and an additional hour to bid after auction close.
Patronage provides Maine Preservation with the resources to promote and preserve historic places, buildings, downtowns, and neighborhoods—strengthening the cultural and economic vitality of Maine communities. Thank you!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Photos From Our 2025 Gala at The Smith Center:
Photos: Dave Dostie Photography
Thank you to our 2025 Patrons
Partner
Susan Sherrill Axelrod & Jeff Leyden
Anastasia Azenaro-Moore & Derek Gambale
Barba + Wheelock Architects
Judith & Tom Barrington
Laurie & Rick Bisson
Gena Canning
Erika Carlson & Ethan Rhile
Vana & Ralph Carmona
Ronni-Jo & John Carpenter
Susan & Mac Collins
Michael Coyne
Anne & Jim Cram
Erika Cramer
Tori Curtis & Eben Jose
Pauline Dion
Ed Gardner & Ray Nagel
Cate & Richard Gilbane
Rosalind & Goodwin Gilman
Sarah Hansen & Cary Tyson
Amanda Hatch
Rob Harville
Elisabeth Henshaw
Candice Lee
Kate Lemos McHale & Stephen McHale
Judith Marden
Mechanics’ Hall
Leslie & Peter Merrill
Holly Mitchell & William Chapman
Danielle Moriarty & Brian Jones
Sally & Ted Oldham
R. Tobey Scott
Susan & Robert Snead
Josh Soley
Arlon Sturgis
Nat Thompson
Marieke & Curtis Thormann
Hannah Wade & Justin Hirons
Bridget & Rick Whiting
Gale & Charles Willauer
White Spruce Design Studio
Willy Wong
Visionary
Tara Kelly & Joe Palazzolo
Susanne Kelly
Carolyn Lockwood
Luminary
Christine Barensfield
Susan & Josh Burns
Stephen Foster
Karen & Ford Reiche
Patricia & Dennis Ruppel
Michele & Arron Sturgis
Rosemary & Hans Underdahl
Nancy & Steven Williams
Partner Plus
Eleanor & Charlton Ames
Anne & William Hall
Susan Lawrence & Laird Kelly
DeCourcy McIntosh
Anne & Ben Niles
Marisa & Cale Pickford
Kathy & Sam Smith
Maggie & Shaw Sprague, Jr.
Nancy & Scott Stevens
