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Item 16044

Chef's Special brand potato bag, Monticello, ca. 1970

Contributed by: Southern Aroostook Agricultural Museum Date: circa 1970 Location: Monticello Media: Paper

Item 148878

Steward Betty Allen, Northeast Harbor, ca. 1980

Contributed by: Maine Seacoast Mission Date: circa 1980 Location: Northeast Harbor Media: Photographic print

Item 103957

Kitchen and wait staff for the Governors Convention, Poland Spring, 1925

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society/MaineToday Media Date: 1925 Location: Poland Spring Media: Glass Negative

Online Exhibits

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Maine's Untold Vegetarian History

Vegetarianism has deep roots in Maine and this first-of-its-kind exhibition explores this untold story.

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Poland Spring: Summering in Fashion

During the Gilded Age at the end of the nineteenth century, Americans sought to leave increasing urban, industrialized lives for the health and relaxation of the country. The Poland Spring resort, which offered a beautiful setting, healing waters, and many amenities, was one popular destination.

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Carl A. Garris Jr. with lobsters, Portland, 1926

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.