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By 1830,  there were more than half a million members of the Methodist denomination.   During this time,  it was the leading denomination in most states.   This charming,  country church's steeple includes a large clock,  which many church steeples were comprised of,  to remind parishioners that worship time was close at hand.   While the clock holds a practicle meaning,  many see the steeple itself as a religious symbol - humanity reaching toward heaven.

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As cities developed around churches,  the church tower,  or steeple,  was used as a landmark to help locate the local place of worship from a distance.   During a time when few houses were more than two stories tall,  churches towered over the other buildings,  giving the community a sence of identity.   The Community Church is lovingly known by its members and community as the Old Church On The Hill.

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America experienced a church building boom between 1825-1860.   The Gothic Revival style,  as exemplified in the design of St. Bridget,  began around 1840 and died out shortly following the Civil War.   Typical elements of Gothic Revival include pointed-arch doors,  windows,  and a square tower with a belfry.

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The church was built in 1805, under the direction of its architect,  Lavios Fillmore.   Throughout history,  religious movements have been both an inspiration and influence on the architectureal design of churches.   The creation of Old Bennington Congregational Church introduced a new style of steeple,  with the belfry's tall and open arches gracefully stretching upward.

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Located along famous Route 1 on Maine's southern coast,  this specialty food store is unique.   From its cheese wedge entrance,  to its mouse guardian,  all the way to the large horse weathervane,  customers know they'll get nothing but the best here.

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Pays tribute to the area's skiing legacy.   Featured out front along with the Cannon Mountain Tramway,  the Skimobile from Mt.Cranmore was the only lift of its kind in the world.   Reaching Cranmore's 1,664 foot summit in two sections,  the Skimobile opened in 1938 and was dismantled in 1989.