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Historic Fire386 viewsAccording to the Marion assessor’s database, the house was built in 1690. Other records indicate that the house suffered a fire in the early 1700’s, and was rebuilt in 1750. The extent of the rebuild is unknown. Like many 17th century homes, this house originally had a center chimney that will be completely removed with the move.
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Historic Fire386 viewsThe Marion Fire Department responded to the fire within 4 minutes of Tom Dexter’s call on December 4, 2009, at approximately 10:00 pm. Crews were on the scene until about 1:00 am, trying to contain the flames.
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Veteran's Day386 viewsVeterans Roland Gendron and John Remedis shared their stories and insight to a room of flag-toting seniors at Sippican Healthcare Center on November 3 in honor of Veterans Day. Photos by Laura Pedulli
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4th of July Parade386 viewsMarion celebrated the country's birthday in style with their annual Benjamin Cushing VFW Post 2425 Independence Day parade on July 4, 2011. The winner of "Best in Parade" were the Girl Scouts, who won $100 for their parade float. Photos by Joan Hartnett-Barry.
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Marion Natural History Museum386 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum after school group enjoyed making gifts with natural and recycled materials at their annual holiday party. We wish to thank all the volunteers from Tabor Academy, ORRHS, and the parents for all their help with our programs this past year. Upcoming programs will be posted on the museum's website www.marionmuseum.org, and on the museum's Facebook page.
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Emmalina Scrooge386 viewsCast members of the Marion Art Center’s holiday production of Emmalina Scrooge hope you will join them for what the MAC believes will soon be your new holiday favorite! Shows are scheduled for December 6-7 at 7:30 pm, December 13-14 at 7:30 pm, and December 15 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $18 for MAC members, $20 for non-members, $12 for age 12 and under. Photos by Andrea Ray
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Marion Holiday Stroll 386 viewsHere Comes Santa Claus! – Santa made his big entrance to the Marion Holiday Stroll on Sunday, December 8, from across Sippican Harbor on his ‘water sleigh’ to the crowd that awaited him at the Town Wharf. The holiday stroll is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and capture a bit of that Christmas magic. Photo by Jean Perry
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Holiday Cookies385 viewsMarion Girl Scout Troop 99 sold cookies outside in the bitter cold on December 12, 2009 on Front Street. The Sippican Woman’s Club held a house tour that included all the landmarks stops in the Village, including the Marion Art Center and the Sippican Historical Society. The girl scouts took advantage of a bustling village to raise some money, with occasional breaks for cocoa. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Annual Tree Sale385 viewsA Decorating Committee from the Sippican Woman’s Club produced over 50 festive trees for the Tree Spree, which started in Handy’s Tavern. The tavern was decked out with themed trees, including a Barbie tree, a Hannukah tree, a Mallard duck tree, and even a tree decorated with recycled items like bottles and plastic bags. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Historic Fire385 viewsThe house will be temporarily parked on a corner of the Dexter’s property until they ultimate annex it onto their existing home.
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Rocket Guy385 viewsWith the help of "Rocket Guy" Mike Cronin, the Marion Natural History Museum after-school program sent off the school year with a bang! The Marion Natural History Museum's open summer hours are Wednesday 12:00 to 4:00 pm, Friday 12:00 to 2:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 to 1:00 pm. Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Leidhold.
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Block Party!385 viewsIt was a little earlier than usual, but the annual Marion Block Party on August 28, 2010 went off without a hitch. Children enjoyed cotton candy, a bounce house and face-painting, while the grown-ups enjoyed conversation and good weather. It was an appropriate send-off to summer, before Old Rochester schools started back up on September 1. Photos by Felix Perez.
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