Located in the heart of Downeast Maine, our spire graces and defines the Machias skyline. The historic Centre Street Church building has provided opportunities for connection, creativity and service to the community since 1836.
The Centre Street Church was one of the earliest Maine structures added to the National Register of Historic Places. The building is now at a crossroads, and we are seeking to determine the next phase of this structure at the heart of our community. A recent assessment determined that the building needs significant work (including considerable preservation necessary to maintain our beautiful spire), and we are also looking to expand our role as a community resource. Centre Street Church continues to house an active and vibrant congregation that helps to support those in need in a myriad of ways. Our Building Preservation Committee would love to be able to see this building used MORE for what it was intended to be at its completion 189 years ago: a gathering and meeting place for everyone, used for the betterment of our amazing community.
Through community and nonprofit partners, we aim to restore and maintain this cherished landmark as a welcoming space for the arts, community gatherings, and cultural heritage. Our goal is to honor the past while creating new opportunities for connection, creativity, and service for our town's future.
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts, ideas and resources regarding restoring and renewing the Centre Street Church building.
