The South Solon Meeting House, a seemingly ordinary church in Maine, houses remarkable fresco murals over 70 years old, prompting art enthusiasts to label it 'Maine's Sistine Chapel.' Painted in the 1950s by young artists under the guidance of Margaret Day Blake, these Biblical-themed artworks have gained renewed recognition thanks to a dedicated website created by Colby College students. Professor Véronique Plesch advocates for public appreciation of these frescoes, emphasizing their cultural significance and historical context, and encouraging their preservation in public spaces rather than private collections.
Inside, the South Solon Meeting House has a secret: 70-year-old fresco murals, often referred to as 'Maine's Sistine Chapel', that inspire art appreciation.
Built in 1842, the meeting house has frescoes painted from 1952 to 1956, featuring Biblical scenes that were encouraged by Margaret Day Blake and young artists.
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