A Glance Along the Shore

Pre-1915. Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Maine Kennebec Bridge

The bridge connecting Dresden and Richmond. Also shown is the ferry that was the old method of crossing the river.  Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Checkered Inn

A dine & dance place back in the 1930-40s, located on Rte 201. The Checkered Inn was known for their steaks, chops, salads and chicken dinners. You could also fill up with gas and Socony Motor Oil.

Densmore House

Early 1900s photo

High School and Catholic Church

The high school (on the left) was in use from 1910 to 1928 when it burned down. Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Maine Central Rail Road Station

Pre-1915. Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Molasses Creek

Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Molasses Creek 2

Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Richmond Ferry

This is the landing of the old “Parks’ Ferry”, later called the Richmond-Dresden Ferry. Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Richmond Ferry 2

Densmore House in the distance looking across the Kennebec. Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Richmond From Swan Island

Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Hotel Richmond

Published by Wm. Slom of Richmond. The sign on the right-hand side says “Star Theater Moving Pictures”

Richmond Oil Painting

By Nancy ?? (Russian)

Spaulding’s Island

Submitted by Maynard Dixon

Water Front

Early 1900s photo