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Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Architecture

"1960Thomaston Historical Society Thomaston has long been known for the impressive homes lining its tree-lined streets."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Shipbuilding Today

"… Maine 2008Thomaston Historical Society Today Thomaston continues to ride on the cutting edge of boatbuilding technology."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Maine State Prison

"Images from Maine Historical Society and the Thomaston Historical Society. Maine State Prison Model, Thomaston, MaineThomaston Historical…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Architect James Overlock

"1960Thomaston Historical Society During the mid 19th century, Knox Street, formerly known as Knox’s Lane or driveway, became a public street when…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Notable Residents

"The Honorable John Ruggles, Thomaston, 1859Thomaston Historical Society John Ruggles, Esq., another prominent lawyer, after graduating from Brown…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Tillson Testimonial

"… described the injuries and deaths of citizens of Thomaston Maine during the Civil War. Tillson TestimonialThomaston Historical Society"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - 1870 to 1915

"Watts Block Fire, Thomaston 1915Thomaston Historical Society In addition to shipbuilding, the lime quarry industry- now cement production -…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Prison Industries

"Prison Brooms to the Train Depot, Thomaston, 1915Thomaston Historical Society A broom factory was established at the prison and in 1899, a newspaper…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - The Paine House

"The Paine House John Paine House, Thomaston, ca. 1950Thomaston Historical Society Shortly after his arrival in 1805, John Paine built a…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - The Great Depression

"Along with Keith Shortall, Maine Historical Society staff also provided the students with the information and supplies they would need to conduct a…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - The Watts Block

"The Watts Block Watts Block, Thomaston, 1890Thomaston Historical Society Captain Samuel Watts purchased the deteriorated building that once…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Early 1800s

"Early 1800s Henry Knox monument, Thomaston, ca. 1871Thomaston Historical Society After General Knox’s death in 1806, merchants and traders…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Stimpson House

"Stimpson House The Stimpson House, Thomaston, ca. 1960Thomaston Historical Society Captain John Bradford Rider, an artillery officer in the…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Civil War

"Margaret McCrea, from the historical society, came into the classroom to introduce the artifacts and give the students a hands-on experience with…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Tilson's Hat

"Perez Henry Tilson was the first man to die from Thomaston in the Civil War. He was killed by a cannon ball that blew off both of his legs."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Henry Knox: Sources

"… Henry Knox Museum G-1-04 Eaton, Cyrus History of Thomaston, Rockland and South Thomaston, Maine Hallowell, ME: Masters & Smith Co., Printers, 1865."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Henry Knox

"1860Maine Historical Society Much has been written about Major General Henry Knox and his involvement in the American Revolution, from 1775 – 1783."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Shipbuilding Declines - 1857 to 1861

"1865Thomaston Historical Society Due to a financial crisis in 1857, shipbuilding abruptly declined, and only two ships were built that year."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Montpelier

"… the General Henry Knox Mansion, Route 131, Thomaston, Maine 2008Thomaston Historical Society In striking contrast to these early dwellings was…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Ammunition Case

"… a soldier who fell during battle and was taken to Thomaston, Maine. Of course, we can never be sure."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - The Edward O'Brien House

"… House Edward O'Brien House, Main Street, Thomaston, Maine 1855Thomaston Historical Society In 1845 George Robinson sold the house at 313…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Captain Samuel Watts House

"… Captain Samuel Watts' House, Knox Street, Thomaston, Maine 2008Thomaston Historical Society Before the financial crash of 1857, shipyard…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Building Boom, early 19th century

"North side of Main Street Business Section, Thomaston, 1895Thomaston Historical Society North side of Main Street Business Block, Looking west…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - The End of Wooden Shipbuilding - 1910 to 1950

"Morse Shipyard, Water Street, Thomaston, Maine c 1940Thomaston Historical Society Charles A. Morse of Friendship, established Morse Boatbuilding Co."