This building at 917 Main St. was built in the 1840s to serve as a Universalist church. The original front had pillars and exterior stairs leading into the main floor. The building served as a church until a new one was constructed at 719 Main St. in 1887. This building was sold and served many different businesses over the years, including a stove shop, Star Laundry, Westbrook Tire & Appliance Co.,, Pyrofax Gas Co. (left photo), Montgomery-Ward Catalog Store, Tots to Teens Clothing & Toys and My Sisters Closet Consignment Store. Now vacant, the building is for sale. Interestingly, traces of the original church can still be seen on the second floor.

Research and photos courtesy of Mike Sanphy

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