The Associated Press says Maine's Question 3 has passed.
The ballot question asks for $10 million in borrowing to restore historic buildings owned by governmental and nonprofit organizations.
Kirk Mohney, Director of the Maine Historic Preservation Commission, said there has not been a significant bond issue for historic preservation in Maine since 1985.
"The buildings that are going to benefit from this program are what knits communities together. All across the state it's where people gather for town meetings, gather at their local libraries or for cultural performances," Mohney said.
Brad Miller of Maine Preservation, said the funding would support projects such as replacing a roof, preserving stained glass windows and upgrading electrical systems.
"In the state of Maine there aren't too many bricks and mortar capital improvement grant opportunities for nonprofits and local governments. This new fund will go a long way toward making necessary repairs on community buildings across Maine," Miller said.
Any state money approved for a project must bring in a match of at least 25% in private or nonprofit funds.
The Maine Historic Preservation Commission will administer the grant program and hopes to have it ready for applications a year from now.