Portland, Maine Marine Hospital, hospital in the United States
The Portland Maine Marine Hospital is a brick and stone structure built in Italianate style in Portland. The building has an H-shaped footprint across three stories, featuring tall windows with decorative stone surrounds and original iron railings that remain visible today.
The building was designed in 1859 by Ammi B. Young, a prominent government architect, and served as a hospital for sailors for nearly a century. It later functioned as a training facility and clinic before being listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
The building served as a crucial care center for sailors and maritime workers who formed the backbone of Portland's port community. Its hillside location reflected the city's dependence on the sea and the need to keep seafarers healthy and able to work.
The building sits prominently on a hill along Veranda Street and is easily spotted from various angles. You can walk by to view the exterior architecture from the mid-1800s, though interior access depends on current usage at the healthcare campus.
This is the only remaining building by architect Ammi B. Young where his original decorative ironwork still survives. The rare iron railings and balconies offer a glimpse into the craftsmanship and construction standards of the mid-1800s.
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