Alex Chisholm

Alex Chisholm was a golf course architect whose work contributed to the landscape of club-level golf in the early 20th century. Based in Portland, he was noted for designing the Sanford Country Club, transforming pastureland into a playable and visually appealing course. His career included collaborative work; at Martindale Golf Club, he co-designed the course with Fred Chisholm in 1921, a testament to his lasting impact as his designs remain in play today. Details on Chisholm’s approach highlight an era when many courses in the United States sought designers with Scottish heritage or training, reflecting the sport’s transatlantic traditions. Chisholm’s work stands as part of the broader pattern of golf’s development in New England and the U.S., where local expertise helped weave the game into new landscapes. Though less widely known than some contemporaries, Chisholm's contributions continue to serve local golfing communities.