The Raymond-Casco Historical Society is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new museum located at Watkin’s Farm on Route 302 in South Casco.

The dedication ceremony will take place Sunday, July 27, starting at 10 a.m. Refreshments and program will follow the ceremony.

Events leading up to the grand opening include members and friend’s reception to be held at the museum Saturday, July 19, 2- 4 p.m. followed by an appraisal night Wednesday, July 23, 6-8 p.m. Bring along your treasures and find out their value.

Antique dealer Harry Hepburn III from Harrison will be on hand to evaluate your items. Hepburn currently is the owner of Hermitage Antiques. He has served as an appraiser for the courts, insurance companies and individuals since 1977. He is well known for repairing antique clocks, which he has been doing since 1968.

Mark your calendars for all three events and come and join in the fun. For more information visit www.raymondcascohistory.org or call historical society president Wayne Holmquist at 655-7672, or Elizabeth Bullen, vice president, at 998-3123, or Betty McDermott 655-4646.

This soda fountain, built in the 1890s, is just a few years older than Casco resident Phil Cole, 90. The fountain, which helped quench the thirsts of customers at Boody’s Store in Windham, is one of the contributed items to be displayed at the new Raymond-Casco Historical Society Museum opening this month.