GILEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

GILEAD, ME

Gram Woodward and Daughters -- 1917 Born 1831 as Mary Washburn in Canada East (now Quebec) Died 1917 as Mary Woodward in Dummer, New Hampshire Her first husband Stephen Yates from Farnham, Canada East, was my Great-great-grandfather. He died in Louisiana in the Civil War serving with the Vermont Volunteers. Photo from Cousin Doug Yates who identified the other women as Hattie Yates (my Great-grandmother) and Flora Woodward. Flora was Hattie's half sister, her father was Uriah Woodward.
Gram Woodward and Daughters -- 1917 Credit: JFGryphon

The Gilead Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in the small town of Gilead, Maine. The society was established in 1976 with the aim of preserving, collecting and sharing the rich history of the town and its surrounding communities. The society is housed in a historic building that was once a schoolhouse in the early 1900s. The building has been restored and now serves as a museum and research center.

The Gilead Historical Society features a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that showcase the history of the town and its people. The museum is divided into different sections, each highlighting a different aspect of Gilead's past. Visitors can explore exhibits on early settlers, farming, logging, and the town's role in the Civil War.

In addition to the museum, the Gilead Historical Society offers educational programs, workshops, and events throughout the year. These events provide opportunities for people to learn about the town's history and to connect with others who share an interest in preserving the past. The society also maintains a genealogy database that is available to the public for research purposes.

Overall, the Gilead Historical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Gilead and the surrounding area. Its dedicated staff and volunteers work tirelessly to preserve and share the town's rich heritage.

GILEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GILEAD ME. US MID #8402300393

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

Gram Woodward and Daughters -- 1917 Born 1831 as Mary Washburn in Canada East (now Quebec) Died 1917 as Mary Woodward in Dummer, New Hampshire Her first husband Stephen Yates from Farnham, Canada East, was my Great-great-grandfather. He died in Louisiana in the Civil War serving with the Vermont Volunteers. Photo from Cousin Doug Yates who identified the other women as Hattie Yates (my Great-grandmother) and Flora Woodward. Flora was Hattie's half sister, her father was Uriah Woodward.
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GILEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
14 DEPOT STREET
GILEAD
ME
04217-8113

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MID # 8402300393
Name GILEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 201925417
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.394823, -71.011822
CODES FIPS State Code: 23
FIPS County Code: 017
US Census Tract: 965100
US Census Block: 1416