Second Floor - northeast corner, a perfect location for a non-profit or research room.
Second Floor - Great Room, Center. This space needs minor structural support improvements, insulation, the addition of a bathroom, and heat pumps. Estimated cost $150k. Please donate. The third floor will be a terrific location for an SPI volunteer office, a new home for complimentary non-profit offices and for smaller community conferences.
This are will require an updated sprinkler system, electrical service upgrade, truss enhancement, new curved drywall ceiling, and removal of platform. We have applied for a grant from the Maine Historic Preservation Commission, SPI will need $83k in matching funds. Is not time to fix this? Please donate.
Ground Floor Entrance - not to code -it needs handrails, kneewalls, interior landing, new interior steps, new exterior steps & lighting - donation dependent, estimate $45k.
Leaning pinnacle on steeple. The pinnacles will have to be removed and stored until we can afford to rebuild them. Estimated rebuild cost for each is $9k. The steeple is in excellent condition, it needs some paint and waterproofing, the big problem is the condition of the original pinnacle bases. The upper flames were fabricated in Woolwich and are in very good condition.
Rebuilt windows - White Chapel Joinery 2025
Reclaimed walkway lamps & posts, refurbishment & installation donation dependent. These were donated by Bath Housing Authority - summer 2025.
Reclaimed exterior sconces from Bath Housing Authority.
White Chapel Joinery - master window craftsman.
Rebuilt tiered windows & louvres White Chapel Joinery.
Chimney Rebuilt & Lined 2 Flues 2025 JW Builders
Sanctuary cleaned out & ready for scaffold removal after ceiling is replaced. Please make a donation so we can use this space!
New emergency exit signs - Thanks Brachley Electric of West Bath
Diane Francis Room for Rent & Concerts. New stage lighting added in 2026.
Front sanctuary steps to be reset with additional handrails in 2026. Funding dependent.
A rendered version of a renovated sanctuary - just to help us imagine this space anew.
AI rendered bare bones renovated sanctuary. This room will be able to host events with over 300 people when brought up to code.
Our most visible preservation effort is the ongoing care of the Winter Street Center (WSC)—a cherished historic church that serves as both a community gathering space and a testament to Bath’s history. Thanks to the Winter Street Oversight Committee and vigilance of Joe Minott, WSC Steward, this landmark continues to shine.
What’s Next? - 2026 Goals
The Winter Street Oversight Committee is preparing plans to:
New sanctuary roof
Strengthen sanctuary roof trusses
Replace ceiling in the Sanctuary
Sanctuary electrical service upgrade
Improve accessibility for all visitors
Restore walkway lamp posts and exterior sconces
Steeple Pinnacle restoration
Each project depends on community support and available funding.
2025 Capital Improvements Completed
We made significant strides thanks to grants, partnerships, and your generosity:
Electrical service upgrades – $3,600 Bath Rotary Grant and in-kind donations from Electrical Program at Bath Tech RSU1
North Sanctuary painting & window restoration – $33,000 with a $5,000 grant from the 1772 Foundation
Sanctuary window restoration – $26,000 with $2,500 from the 1772 Foundation
Chimney rebuilt with two lined flues & cap – $28,000 from general support
Kitchen modernization – $15,000 from general support
Thank you!
Your donations and support make these projects possible.
