Rockland an American Distinctive Destination

Washington, D.C. National Trust for Historic Preservation named Rockland, Maine, one of its 2010 Distinctive Destinations.

Make sure you help Rockland win – see details below.

The Rockland Main Street crew readies for a night to remember at the Farnsworth.  Check out the new Rockland Main Street website http://www.rocklandmainstreet.com/.

Networking before the awards and big announcements in the Library at the Farnsworth.  

Gordon Page and Senator Chris Rector

Representative Ed Mazurek networking with fellow guests.

Guests from the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Maine Welcome Center.

 

Lorain Francis, Executive Director of Rockland Main Street, kicks off the night’s program.

Jeff Charland, Director of Operations for the Farnsworth and President of the Rockland Main Street Board, honors Lorain Francis, Executive Director of Rockland Main Street, for her dedication and hard work on the project.

 

Lorain was humbled by the recognition and said she never dreamed she would have this job.

Frank Isganitis, Co-Owner of the Limerock Inn and Vice President of the Board of Rockland Main Street, said he found the life he never knew he was missing when he moved to Rockland.

 

Rhonda of Rheal Day Spa and Jim and Pam Watson were three of the few to receive Rocky Awards for their impact on Rockland Main Street.

  

For 10 years the National Trust for Historic Preservation has annually selected communities across America that offer cultural and recreational experiences different from those found at the typical vacation destination. From dynamic downtowns and stunning architecture to cultural diversity and a commitment to historic preservation, sustainability and revitalization, the selected destinations boast a richness of character and exude an authentic sense of place. 

It was also said from Robera Lane, the representative from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, that Rockland has the fun factor.

 

 

The unveiling of the big announcement - Rockland, Maine one of twelve Distinctive Destinations in 2010.  For the first time, the public will determine which of the 12 destinations will be the 2010 favorite. 

From February 3 to February 28, people can vote as often as they like for a city or town on this year’s list.  The winner of the popular vote will be announced March 1, 2010 and declared the Fan Favorite Destination.  Visit www.preservationnation.org/ddd to vote for Rockland!

Congratulations Rockland, Rockland Main Street and Lorain Francis and crew!

Love Maine!