China Village, Maine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
China Village, Maine
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 China Village, Maine
Location in Maine
China Village, Maine
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Kennebec |
| Town | China |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
04926
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| GNIS feature ID | 563949 |
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China Village Historic District
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| Location | Main St., Neck Rd., Causeway St., China, Maine |
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| Area | 65 acres (26 ha) |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival, Federal |
| NRHP reference No. | 77000069 |
| Added to NRHP | November 23, 1977 |
China Village is a small, historic community in the town of China. It is located in Kennebec County, Maine, in the United States. This village is not a separate town but part of the larger town of China.
The village is found where several roads meet. These include U.S. Route 202, Maine State Route 9, and Maine State Route 137. It is about 7.6 miles (12.2 km) southeast of Waterville. China Village has its own post office with the ZIP code 04926.
Most of China Village is recognized as the China Village Historic District. This area was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. This means its old buildings and unique history are protected.
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Exploring China Village
China Village is located at the northern tip of China Lake. The village has a shape that looks a bit like a "T". This shape is formed by the main roads: Main Street, Neck Road, and Causeway Road. Causeway Road joins the others at a right angle.
Village Streets and Services
You'll find other streets like Canton and Peking Streets. These streets have many homes. The village also has important public places. These include a library, the post office, and the local Baptist church.
Historic Buildings
Most of the buildings in China Village are homes. About 75% of these houses were built before 1850. They show off two popular old building styles. One is called Federal, and the other is Greek Revival. These styles give the village a very historic feel.
A Glimpse into History
The area where China Village now stands was first explored a long time ago. John "Black" Jones surveyed the land between 1773 and 1774. Because of him, the area was first known as Jones Plantation.
From Plantation to Town
A larger area was officially made a town in 1792. It was named "Harlem." Later, in 1818, the town of China was created. It was formed from parts of Harlem and nearby communities. Eventually, China took over the rest of Harlem.
Growth and Development
China Village grew because of the water power from nearby streams. This power was useful for mills and other businesses. The village also became an important stop for stagecoaches. These were like old-fashioned buses that carried people and mail. In 1823, a school called an academy was started in the village. This shows how the community was growing and becoming more established.
