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Malley Webber shown creating a water picture.

a creative place

Over the centuries Hallowell has been known for its makers—its artists, musicians, potters, chairmakers, shipcarvers…

loved watching Malley make a simple picture. watching such confident hands is a joy.

artist, Chris Cart

Johnny Stringer

One locally well known maker was John “Johnny” Stringer. He died in 1848 but many Hallowell residents today take pride in owning one of his chairs. One can be seen at the Hubbard Free Library as well.

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