What's Next?

The current gazebo in Kennedy Park, built in 1925, has been a valued part of Lewiston's history; however, the condition of the gazebo rendered it unusable in March of 2010. The future of the structure was discussed by the Lewiston City Council at a September 27, 2011, workshop, and significant fundraising interest by the Lewiston Historical Review Board to fully restore it was expressed.  Stay tuned!



City Administrator Phil Nadeau has outlined three possible options for the structure's future:

1)  Fully restore the structure to its 1925 condition ( - $300,000)
2)  Repair the structure so that it is structurally and legally compliant ( - $130,000)
3)  Demolish 
        a)  preserving the domed roof ( - $50,000)
        b)  demolish it completely ( - $10,000)

History of the Gazebo by Local Historian Douglas Hodgkins

Recent Media Articles:
9/26/11 SJ - Kennedy Park's Aging Gazebo on Council's Agenda
9/27/11 SJ Editorial - City Needs to Act on Kennedy Park Eyesore
9/28/11 SJ Article - Volunteers Ask For a Chance to Save Kennedy Park Gazebo