Why do you think the Windham Historical Society is having trouble raising money to buy the Parson Smith house?

Ramneesh Trehan, 46, Raymond

“I don’t think people over here care that much. I’m from India where buildings are 1,000 years old. (The house) is not something that’s nationally recognized and been around for ages.”

Vinny Orsillo, 21, Standish

“I don’t think people care enough. That’s way too much money for them to have to get. People are too busy just paying for living. Although it’s a sad thing, it’s just not realistic with that amount of money.”

Marie Eckstein, 20, Standish

“I think people for some reason nowadays, they don’t like to think about things in the past and traditional things. People want better, faster, stronger; they don’t want to have to worry about old, decrepit buildings.”

Kyle Whitmore, 23, Standish

“From what I’ve seen, the area doesn’t seem that wealthy. It’s a very widespread area, so I don’t think the information (about the fundraising) can spread that well. I’ve never heard of this place, so I don’t know if other people have heard of it.”

Sue Curran, 38, Windham

“I don’t think they know about it. I’ve never heard about this house or the fundraising for it. I do think it’s important to keep history alive…we need to do that.”

Ken Huber, 78, Raymond

“Apparently not! I think it’s a good deal for the owner. I don’t know if the house is worth $700,000.”