The Popham Circle started as the "Ladies Sewing Society" in the early 1880's, a group of ladies meeting weekly at each other's homes.  On December 29, 1887 Mr. P. O. Vickery deeded them land adjacent to Atkins Bay, for the purpose of erecting a building.  Through the efforts and hard work of the Ladies Sewing Society and volunteers, Society Hall was built, and equipped with dishes, silverware and tables and chairs which were delivered by ox-cart from Bowdoinham.  Society Hall was used for many social activities,such as card parties, concerts, plays, dinners and dances, as well as religious services.

During WWI and WWII, Society Hall was turned over to the army for the duration of both wars.  Interestingly, during WWII Battery D used it for a mess hall while the new army barracks at Ft. Baldwin was being built.  In the early 40's Society Hall, much in need of repair, was returned to the ladies.  Sadly the hall was dismantled and the contents and funds were turned over to the newly formed Popham Circle.  Over the years, the Circle dwindled to just a couple of members, but was revived in 1981, when efforts to raise money to totally repair the Chapel became their focus.

Currently the Popham Circle has more than 30 members who's primary role is to raise money for the Chapel and Chapel House, which are used for inter-denominational worship and fellowship.  Today they are a gathering place for weddings, funerals and meetings ..... and just like the 1880's ... community suppers.  In it's good neighbor role, the Circle also responds to local community needs.