This historic two-story brick building was built by David Carey at the cost of $1300. The Town hall held its first town meeting here on March 5, 1838.
The upper floor was designed for public meetings and included a small stage used for social events. It also served as the high school before Pennell Institute.
The Selectman’s office occupied the first floor. Three bays took up the rest of the first floor and held many businesses including a wheel wright, a cabinet maker and the first national bank of Gray.
Over the years, the building filled a variety of other roles, including:
- Courtroom
- Movie House
- Community Meeting Space
- Grain Storage
- Bookstore
- Harness Shop
- Fire Station
- Home of Gray Historical Society
The building now is the home of the Gray Historical Society.
1 Main Street, Gray
43.88532, -70.33098
