56 Bridge Street, Biddeford Pool, Maine 04005
Historical Significance
In 1615, the King of England sent an emissary to the new world, to spend the winter and see if the climate was suitable to colonize the area. Richard Vines landed at Biddeford Pool and spent the winter trading with the local first people. On July 12, 1912, William Barry of Kennebunk, marked the historical spot with a monument and placque. In 1932, the land and monument were left to this chapter in the Will of Mr. Barry.
Form submitted by Rebecca Emery Chapter NSDAR, Maine 03/01/2017
Historical Designations
- State Historical Commission
Historical Marker
- Marker date: 1932
- Marker Organization: Rebecca Emery Chapter NSDAR