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The arsenal was closed in 1903 and became Maine Insane Hospital in 1905. | The arsenal was closed in 1903 and became Maine Insane Hospital in 1905. | ||
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Kennebec Arsenal National Historic Landmark in Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine. Historic buildings sill exist along Arsenal Street. | Kennebec Arsenal National Historic Landmark in Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine. Historic buildings sill exist along Arsenal Street but are in a state of neglect and decline. | ||
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Revision as of 15:48, 30 September 2013
Kennebec Arsenal (1828-1903) - First established in 1828 during the Northeast Boundary Controversy in Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine. Abandoned as an Arsenal in 1903.
Kennebec Arsenal History
Constructed between 1828 and 1838 on the east bank of the Kennebec River at Augusta. Eight Greek and Gothic revival granite buildings that included two magazines, two officer's quarters, barracks, a stable, and various shop buildings.
The arsenal was closed in 1903 and became Maine Insane Hospital in 1905.
Current Status
Kennebec Arsenal National Historic Landmark in Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine. Historic buildings sill exist along Arsenal Street but are in a state of neglect and decline.
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Location: Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine. Maps & Images Lat: 44.3072361 Long: -69.7694921 |
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