MEREDA 2024 Notable Project: Tekakapimek Contact Station, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
Photo / Courtesy of James Florio
Photo / Courtesy of James Florio
Photo / Courtesy of James Florio
Photo / Courtesy of James Florio
The Tekαkαpimək Contact Station is a 7,896-square-foot visitor center situated atop Lookout Mountain within the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. The name “Tekαkαpimək,” pronounced deh gah-gah bee mook, is Penobscot for “as far as one can see,” reflecting the expansive views the site offers.
The building’s design emphasizes sustainability, utilizing locally sourced materials where possible and operates off-grid. The interior features interpretive exhibits that provide visitors with insights into the natural and cultural significance of the monument, particularly through a Wabanaki perspective. The surrounding 23-acre site includes accessible walking paths, gathering circles, and overlooks that honor the traditions and heritage of the Wabanaki Nations. The site was connected to the existing infrastructure through the construction of four miles of access roads.
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