EVENTS: January history talk at Waterville Historical Society on Fort Halifax

Fort Halifax, in Winslow.

Friends of Fort Halifax President, Ray Caron, is back by popular demand for the Saturday, January 11, history talk. When one thinks of Winslow and its defining history, few would not mention Fort Halifax. But what do we know about its history? The blockhouse is the oldest in the United States and the site is a National Historic Landmark. Ray is going to get into the details and tell us much more we may not know about this iconic structure and the larger fort which once existed. Passionate about area history, Ray will also cover topics about the lands at the confluence of the Sebasticook and Kennebec rivers, the Native Americans, early settlers, Benedict Arnold, and more.

Joining Ray, to add additional perspectives to his presentation, will be Peter Tompkins who has an extensive postcard and memorabilia collection about Fort Halifax; Mickey Pouliot, a Winslow contractor, who has worked on most structures at the park and has helped with the challenges of rebuilding the blockhouse; Fort Halifax Chapter, DAR members will speak about their previous ownership of the blockhouse for many decades; and Mike Heavener, former town manager, of Winslow, who was responsible for the successful grant award to transform the park to what it is today.

Share this announcement; bring a friend! The door opens at 2 p.m., for light refreshments, viewing of postcards and memorabilia, and socializing. Our presentation begins at 2:30 p.m. Admission is free. Snow date is January 18, same time and place, Marriner Hall at Redington Museum, 62 Silver Street, Waterville. For more information, please call 207-872-9439.