"Walls turn rooms into galleries, art not only decorates but also elevates the atmosphere, creating a visual narrative"

"Walls turn rooms into galleries, art not only decorates but also elevates the atmosphere, creating a visual narrative"

10 Reasons Why Story Walls

  1. Visibility: Walls are often at eye level, making them perfect for displaying art where it can be easily seen and appreciated. They serve as natural focal points in a room.
  2. Space Utilization: Wall art utilizes vertical space, leaving floor space free for furniture and movement. This is especially important in smaller spaces where maximizing the use of available space is crucial.
  3. Aesthetic Enhancement: Wall art can enhance the aesthetic appeal of a room by adding color, texture, and visual interest. It can complement or contrast with the existing décor to create a cohesive or dynamic look.
  4. Personal Expression: Displaying art on walls allows individuals to express their personal tastes, interests, and personality. It provides an opportunity to showcase favorite pieces, whether they are paintings, photographs, prints, or other forms of art.
  5. Mood Setting: Art has the power to influence the mood and atmosphere of a room. The choice of wall art can create a sense of calm, excitement, warmth, or inspiration, depending on the style and subject matter of the artwork.
  6. Storytelling: A collection of wall art can tell a story or convey a theme. It can be curated to reflect a specific narrative or series of events, making the space more engaging and meaningful.
  7. Versatility: Walls offer versatile spaces for art of various sizes and formats. From small framed pictures to large canvases or murals, walls can accommodate a wide range of artistic expressions.
  8. Permanent or Temporary Displays: Wall art can be permanent, like murals or built-in installations, or temporary, like framed pictures or tapestries that can be easily changed out. This flexibility allows for seasonal updates or changes in personal taste.
  9. Focal Points and Accents: Wall art can serve as focal points in a room, drawing attention and anchoring the design of the space. It can also act as accents, complementing other elements in the room such as furniture, rugs, or architectural features.
  10. Cultural and Historical Significance: Walls have been used for artistic expression throughout history, from cave paintings to modern street art. This long-standing tradition makes walls a natural and respected place for displaying art.

The Yorks is made up of four communities; York Village, York Harbor, York Beach and Cape Neddick.

Wiggly Bridge was built in the 1930’s and is the smallest pedestrian suspension bridge in America. Legend has it that in the 1940s the bridge got its name from a girl scout troop who said it “wiggles” as they walk over it.

Short Sands Beach – This is the other beach and is located on the north side of Cape Neddick. This is a much shorter beach, with a more densely developed downtown area that has many historic buildings and stores.  The area has many arcades, shops, restaurants, and nightlife  One of the last preserved destinations of Americana days gone by.

  

In 1874 President Rutherford B. Hayes appropriated the sum of $15,000 to build a lighthouse on this “Nub” of land.    On July 1, 1879 construction was completed on what, at the time, was known as the Nubble Lighthouse with a 4th order light began to protect our men and women on the sea.

Long Sands BeachLongSands Beach is a beautiful 2-mile stretch of white sand and good surf. Even during Maine's off-season, you will see some die-hard surfers and dog walkers enjoying Long Sands Beach. Located directly on scenic route 1A, Long Sands Beach is within walking distance of many hotels, cottages, inns, resorts, shops and restaurants, this section of York Maine is everything you want for 

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In retaliation to a failed assault on Quebec, by Sir William Phips from Maine, New France’s Royal Governor, Count Frontenac Initiated a counter-attacked to drive the English out of Maine. Through a harsh winter, the Abenaki Tribe made their way to York and planned their attack. Snowshoe Rock marks the site where Abenaki Indians left their snowshoes of the Candlemas Ambush, in which 100 York reside

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Mary Mary, quite contrary, how does your garden grow?


On the day of June 28, 1655 Mary, wife of Jonas Clay, was before the court facing charges the she had been keeping company with Robert Cooke in a suspicious way day and night.  After numerous warnings and abhorrent complaints from neighbors the community demanded that Mary and Robert be separated from each other.


Robert Cooke of Cape Porpoise b

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