Contributed by an individual through Colby College Special Collections
Description
Camp Lown opened in 1945 in Oakland as a camp for Jewish boys and girls. It was among the most Jewish of Maine’s camps, providing a place for children to have an authentic Maine summer camp experience while furthering their connection to Judaism and meeting other Jews.
In addition to traditional camping activities, camps like Lown also focused on Jewish identity, offering education and cultural life.
About This Item
- Title: Shabbat Service, Camp Lown, Oakland, 1947
- Creation Date: 1947
- Subject Date: 1947
- Location: Oakland, ME
- Media: Photographic print
- Object Type: Image
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Standardized Subject Headings
- Worship (Judaism)
- Jewish religious education--Maine
- Jewish camps--Maine--Oakland
- Jews--Maine
- Judaism--Customs and practices
- Campers--Maine--Oakland
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Colby College Special Collections5150 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 859-5150
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