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Item 79437

Charles Stanley Sons Market, Mexico, ca. 1900

Contributed by: Mexico Historical Society Date: circa 1900 Location: Mexico Media: Photographic print

Item 98486

Doris and Paul Holmes, Holmes' Market, Main Street, Dixfield, ca. 1950

Contributed by: Dixfield Historical Society Date: circa 1950 Location: Dixfield Media: Photographic print

Item 98602

Upper Main Street, Dixfield, ca. 1940

Contributed by: Dixfield Historical Society Date: circa 1940 Location: Dixfield Media: Postcard

Online Exhibits

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Dressing Up, Standing Out, Fitting In

Adorning oneself to look one's "best" has varied over time, gender, economic class, and by event. Adornments suggest one's sense of identity and one's intent to stand out or fit in.

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Holding up the Sky: Wabanaki people, culture, history, and art

Learn about Native diplomacy and obligation by exploring 13,000 years of Wabanaki residence in Maine through 17th century treaties, historic items, and contemporary artworks—from ash baskets to high fashion. Wabanaki voices contextualize present-day relevance and repercussions of 400 years of shared histories between Wabanakis and settlers to their region.

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Maine Eats: the food revolution starts here

From Maine's iconic lobsters, blueberries, potatoes, apples, and maple syrup, to local favorites like poutine, baked beans, red hot dogs, Italian sandwiches, and Whoopie Pies, Maine's identity and economy are inextricably linked to food. Sourcing food, preparing food, and eating food are all part of the heartbeat of Maine's culture and economy. Now, a food revolution is taking us back to our roots in Maine: to the traditional sources, preparation, and pleasures of eating food that have sustained Mainers for millennia.

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Mantor Library, University of Maine Farmington

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Western Maine Foothills Region - Mexico Corner

"Charles Stanley Sons Market, Mexico, ca. 1900Mexico Historical Society Dr. Walker was the earliest educated physician, whose residence occupied the…"