Hallowell Powder House

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1 Winthrop St
Hallowell, ME 04347
+1 (207) 623-4021
http://historichallowell.org

The Hallowell Powder House, established in 1820, is a historic structure located on Couch's Ledge in Hallowell, Maine. Originally built for the safe keeping of powder, the site reflects the town's commitment to preserving its rich history, culminating in its entry into the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.

In addition to the Powder House itself, the site features the Beeman Cannon, a relic from the War of 1812 that symbolizes the proud heritage of the Hallowell Light Infantry and the Hallowell Artillery Company. This cannon serves as a lasting memorial and was historically fired during community celebrations, underscoring the town's vibrant historical legacy.

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Jamie K.
8/7/2017

National historical building and cannon with views of Kennebec river. It is a brick powder house storage building built in the early 1800's to house ammunition. It is a cute building and cannon...

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