Marion (Old Rochester) is one of the oldest towns in the United States, and the Sippican Historical Society maintains an extensive collection of documentation on its historic buildings. In 1998, the Sippican Historical Society commissioned an architectural survey of Marion’s historic homes and buildings. Over 100 were cataloged and photographed. SHS will feature one building a week so that the residents of Marion can understand more about its unique historical architecture.
The dwelling at 300 Converse Road is a Queen Anne house noteworthy for its well-preserved encircling verandah. Built in 1894 for the carpenter H.V. Blankinship, this house, with its ornate gingerbread porch, illustrates Blankinship’s carpentry skills. The top photo was taken in 1998; the bottom one in 2022.
