Abbot Historical Society To
Celebrate 10th Anniversary
The Abbot Historical Society is celebrating its 10th Anniversary during the Abbot Days festivities planned on Sunday, July 27th. The museum, located in Monument Square just off Route 15, will be open from 10 AM to 3:45 PM. Various displays and demonstrations will be going on in and around the museum during that time. Roxanne Saucier will be visiting from 2:30 PM to closing and Robert Davidson, who compiled the data for the book entitled Abbot, Maine Cemetery Inscriptions, will also be at the museum. All proceeds raised from the sale of his book will benefit the Abbot Historical Society.
Throughout the day on Sunday spectators will have the opportunity to view a quilt display; stoves restored by Paul Vainio; a caning demonstration by Collin Bickford; leather working by Jack Dunstan; a Civil War display; a ceremony celebrating the 115th Anniversary of the town’s Monument be put on by the local Civil War enthusiasts; a restored kick sled, and more. Starting at 4 PM at the Abbot Evangelical Free Church, the Abbot Historical Society Anniversary Cake will be cut and there will be prize drawings and live music. Everyone is welcome to join Society members and Abbot residents in celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Historical Society in conjunction with Abbot Days.
Guilford Historical Society
The regular monthly meeting of the Guilford Historical Society will be held on Tuesday, July 22nd. Members will discuss the upcoming Riverfest event, the Alumni Banquet, and recommendations for the Society’s fall newsletter. Meetings take place at the Historical Society Building, located on Main Street in Guilford.  Contact Sieferd Schultz at 876-4501 for more information.
Dexter Historical Society
The topic of the second meeting of Dexter Historical Society’s Discussion Series will be the town’s “Bowlaway.” This bowling alley opened on February 10, 1940. Joseph Mountain, Jr. was the proprietor of the newly renovated building that had been the Roseland Ballroom (and skating rink), and is now Tillson’s warehouse. Many years of bowling fun, as well as the nurturing of championship bowlers, was experienced within those walls.
The meeting begins at 7 PM on Wednesday, July 23rd in the Abbott Museum, located on Church Street in Dexter. All are welcome to attend and share their memories or just sit in and learn about this longtime Dexter pastime. For information call 924-5721.
Ripley Historical Society
Plans Family Day Event
The Ripley Historical Society will be hosting a Family Day at the Society’s Historical Museum, located in Ripley Village, on Sunday, August 10th. The event is planned from 1 to 3 PM. New residents are encouraged to attend to meet neighbors; senior citizens to view the exhibits in the museum and reminisce; and youngsters to learn about the rich history of the town’s beautiful farming community. Everyone is invited to attend this social event, whether residents of Ripley, or visitors. Be sure to bring along a bag lunch, as well as a beverage, and perhaps a blanket or lawn chairs.
The Ripley Historical Society’s installation of officers, led by Sharon Hopkins, was held on June 10th. New officers are: President Lois Woodcock; Vice President Ruth Sevey; Secretary Suzanne Chabot; and Treasurer Marita Farrar. The next meeting of the Ripley Historical Society is set for Tuesday, August 12th. Meetings begin at 6:30 PM at the Ripley Museum. All are welcome to attend.