Guest User
October 7, 2023
The Inn at the Agora has a unique history. It was formally the parsonage of St. Patrick’s Church. St. Patrick’s Church is now The Agora Events Center. Both buildings were built in the mid-1800s and have a historic charm to them. The first year we stayed at the Inn we made the acquaintance of the Innkeeper, Billie Jayne. She personally gave us a tour of the Events Center when we expressed some curiosity. It was fascinating to hear how the church was converted into the Event Center and to see the transformation. The Inn and Events Center sit across the street from Kennedy Park, named for John F. Kennedy because he campaigned there on November 6, 1960 when running for president. Directly across Kennedy Park from the Inn is another historic building, the town’s City Hall which houses the Lewiston Police Department. It was also built in the 1800s as well. As historic as these buildings and park are, most people know this area for Simone’s Hot Dogs. Simone’s, a family run restaurant since 1908 is located next door to the City Hall and Police Department. If you’re looking to stay in the Lewiston area, it’s probably because you have ties or roots to the area. The general public vacationing in Maine heads to the coast for rest and relaxation. I was raised in Lewiston, so staying at the Inn at The Agora is a must for me. Staying at the Inn brings back floods of fond memories. As a youngster, I attended Sunday service at St. Patrick's Church which is now the events center. I learned to swim at the community pool at Kennedy Park. My family included members of the Lewiston Police Department. As a teenager I’m pretty sure I ate my weight in red hotdogs at Simone’s. Besides having a personal history in Lewiston, we still have family and friends living in the area which is why we stay at The Inn at the Agora when we’re in town. The rooms are always super clean and the beds are incredibly comfortable, exactly what you’d expect from a nice boutique inn. As I mentioned, I spent a lot of time at Simone’s as a youngster. Now when we stay at the Inn, we enjoy a breakfast at Simone’s. Yes, Simone’s serves breakfast as well as hot dogs. If you have ties to Lewiston and need a place to stay in the area, The Inn at the Agora is the way to go!