Celebrating Deering’s 200th anniversary in 1974, residents experienced a renewed sense of pride and interest in Deering’s past.  By 1980, the Deering Historical Society was officially  incorporated and  dedicated to discovering and preserving Deering’s past and ensuring that generations now and in the future connect and understand our community history. The Society became an active contributor to town life through its historic preservation, lecture programs and publications.​ 

 

Of major importance both to Society and town, is the renovation of the East Deering Church. Built in 1830 by Ruben Loverin, the building was generously donated to Society by Mr. and Mrs. Whitney S. Yeaple. When completed the building means to provide the community with a suitable site for gathering together and for the display of historic documents, artifacts and memorabilia unique to Deering.​While much of the Society’s efforts in the past focused on the renovation of this landmark, the Society committed itself to many other projects, fulfilling its obligation to the preservation of the town’s past and the education of current and future generations.