Benjamin Mason Store // c.1815

Across from the Luques Store in Dock Square in Kennebunkport, another 19th century commercial building serves as a visual anchor to the vibrant village, this is the Benjamin Mason Store. Built in the 1810s, the Federal style commercial block was originally owned by businessman Benjamin Mason (1777-1855) who built a house in 1812 just nextdoor (which has since been converted to commercial use). The store is three-stories with a cupola at the roof. Later porches were added as the village prospered.

2 thoughts on “Benjamin Mason Store // c.1815

  1. Louisa Dixon's avatar Louisa Dixon March 28, 2023 / 8:12 am

    As you make you way up the coast, don’t miss the Post Office in East Boothbay, ME 216 Ocean Avenue, a variation on this theme.

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