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SUMMARY:Kennebunkport Combination Tour
DESCRIPTION:Kennebunkport Combination Tour\nHistoric Walking Tour of Kennebunkport and White Columns Mansion Tour\nThursdays at 4pm\nTour #1: Historic Walking Tour \nJoin us for an unforgettable 45-minute to 1-hour guided tour\, filled with the social\, cultural\, and architectural marvels that define this enchanting destination. This tour covers approximately 3/4 miles of streets and charming lanes\, each step revealing a new chapter in Kennebunkport’s vibrant history. \nTour #2: White Columns Mansion Tour \nStep back in time by taking a guided tour. Built in 1853\, White Columns is the Kennebunkport Historical Society’s premier property. Owned and loved by the same family for 130 years\, the Victorian-era home has retained its old-world charm and still contains the home’s original furnishings. Docents will lead you through seven rooms of the stately home and share stories about three generations of the Perkins-Nott family that lived\, loved and lost in this magnificent Greek revival mansion. The tour includes history of Kennebunkport\, its shipbuilding and maritime traditions\, and the intriguing story of the family that inhabited the home. \nDon’t miss this exclusive opportunity to explore Kennebunkport’s past and present in one unforgettable experience. Book your combo tour today and embark on a journey through time that will leave you enriched with the stories and legacies of this historic coastal town. \nUpon arrival\, we kindly invite you to check in at our charming gift shop at White Columns\, where our friendly staff will ensure you’re ready for an unforgettable exploration of history and heritage. \nReserve your spot HERE!
URL:https://kporths.com/event/kennebunkport-combination-tour-8/
LOCATION:White Columns\, 8 Maine Street\, Kennebunkport\, ME\, 04046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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SUMMARY:The Great Kennebunkport Fire of 1887
DESCRIPTION:The Great Kennebunkport Fire of 1887\nA Lecture By Jim Stockman\nThursday\, July 25th at 7pm\nLocated at the Town House School\n135 North St. in KPT\nThe Kennebunkport Historical Society (KHS) is pleased to announce an upcoming lecture on \nthe Great Fire of 1887\, delivered by esteemed guest lecturer and local firefighter\, James M. \nStockman. Mr. Stockman\, who has been an integral part of the Kennebunkport firefighting \ncommunity for the past 45 years\, will share his extensive research and knowledge on the history \nof firefighting and the impact of the 1887 fire on the town. \n\nMr. Stockman began his firefighting career in 1977 when he purchased Cape Hardware and \njoined the Wildwood Volunteer Fire Company. Over the years\, he has held various positions\, \nincluding Lieutenant\, Captain\, Assistant Chief\, and Training Officer. On the administrative side\, \nhe served as Secretary and President. Since the formation of the Kennebunkport Fire \nDepartment (KPFD) in 2005\, Mr. Stockman has served as Safety Officer #8\, a title he currently \nholds. \n\nIn addition to his firefighting duties\, Mr. Stockman runs his own company\, J & M Lighting \nDesign\, Inc.\, the first firm in Northern New England to offer specialized lighting and theatre \ndesign services. He also serves as Chair of the Board for the Kennebunkport Emergency \nMedical Service\, Inc. (KEMS)\, the local non-profit ambulance service. \n\nMr. Stockman’s lecture will delve into the history of the Great Fire of 1887\, its impact on the \ntown\, and the evolution of firefighting techniques in Kennebunkport. This insightful lecture will be \nheld at the historic Town House School on two dates: Wednesday\, July 24 at 2 PM and \nThursday\, July 25 at 7 PM. The event is free and open to the public\, with donations appreciated. \n\nExecutive Director of KHS\, Kristin Haight\, expressed her enthusiasm\, stating\, “We are thrilled to \nwelcome Mr. Stockman back to the Town House School and are most interested in finding out \nmore about this devastating fire and how it changed the way fires were fought in our town.” \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://kporths.com/event/the-great-kennebunkport-fire-of-1887/
LOCATION:Town House School\, 135 North Street\, Kennebunkport\, 04046\, United States
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