building a house kit
We are excited for tonight and sorry there is not room for everyone. Hopefully we will see you at another event soon. Thanks for your interest in Greater Portland history, architecture, and historic preservation.
Co-Sponsored by TEMPOArt and USM Department of History and Political Science
Speaker: Julie Larry, Director of Advocacy for Greater Portland Landmarks
The American Dream of home ownership was fostered in the early 20th century by Sears Roebuck, Montgomery Ward, and other national companies through sales of their pre-cut and ready to assemble homes. In Greater Portland a few local examples of these kit homes have been identified and researched by Greater Portland Landmarks, including a concentration of homes in the 1920s-era Oakwood Heights subdivision near USM. The lecture will explain the architectural styles popularized through kit homes, tell the story of the companies that sold houses through the mail, and pass along ways you can help to locate potential kit homes in your neighborhood.
This event is free and open to the public but space is limited so registration is required.
Free non-handicap Parking is across the street in the USM parking garage. Use the skywalk to get from the parking garage to the Luther Bonney Hall. There is handicap parking outside of Luther Bonney Hall.