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Portland History: Mapping Portland, 1690 - 1900

Maine Historical Society, Cumberland County

2000

6-8

  • Social Studies -- Civics & Government
  • Social Studies -- Geography
  • Social Studies -- History

1 day

  • 1500-1774
  • 1775-1850
  • 1851-1920
  • Community
  • Economy
  • Environment/The Land
  • The People/Peopling of Maine

Historical maps, like all historical documents, can be interpreted in many ways. This lesson plan uses five maps to trace the development of Portland from its earliest settlements.

  • Students will practice the skills involved in analyzing primary sources. 

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