The site of the former Saint George's Episcopal Church is right across from ArtSpace, so I couldn't help but notice when, about two weeks ago, dumpsters appeared on the property and it appeared as though workers were gutting it. When I went to check it out, they were gone.Today, I saw men out painting the exterior of the building, so I made it a point that, once I dropped my things off in my studio, I was going to be nosey.
I met a man who told me he was the owner. Evan Gorman is his name. I told him that I keep this goofy blog about Maynard and asked him what the scoop was. They're getting ready to put it on the market. I asked him if he'd mind if I checked it out. I love old buildings. I know you all are as curious as I am, so I asked him if I could take some pictures. He was gracious enough to say yes.I know of another old church in Maynard that was converted to a house. It's nice. I wonder if the same could happen here. I guess the only trouble is that the area in the photos would have to be the main living space—the only other area is the basement. I didn't bother going there.
Not sure when we'll see it on the market, but there's a bit of scoop for you. Maybe you've got a good idea for the space?
":-) I think someone (Lauren Tetrault?) said it was zoned for condos.
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ReplyDeleteI wish it could be turned into a public performance space. Any scoop on what is to happen to the church across the street from the fire station?
ReplyDeleteIs the Methodist church not there anymore?
DeleteThe church by the fire station closed more than a year ago. It needs a lot of repairs. I'm not sure what's going to happen to that one. Looks like people aren't going to church as much as they used to.
DeleteIt would be fabulous if Artspace bought it, and used it as a Performing Arts venue for musicians, theater, etc... Acme Theater could be there... So cool!
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