EAST DIXFIELD — After 150 years, the East Dixfield United Baptist Church steeple, which holds the bell, is in need of extensive repairs.

Located on the corner of Church Street and Route 2, the church building sits on the Oxford County side of the East Dixfield village. Many milestone events have been marked within its walls.

After a search, a contractor has been found. The plan is to have the work completed by this spring as long as necessary funds are in place.

Longtime member and financial secretary Joyce Smith said, “Some people give to church repairs because they are comforted by seeing the church steeple as they walk in the community, others give in memory of a loved one or of generations of loved ones who attended the church.”

Updates on the repairs, a fundraising link, photos, historical notes and open house schedule can be found on the church Facebook page.

A donation can be sent to East Dixfield United Baptist Church, PO Box 76, East Dixfield, ME 04227.

East Dixfield United Baptist Church (East Dixfield United Baptist Church Facebook photo)