Keywords: Forbes
Item 102279
Placemat for Forbes Dining, Wells Beach, ca. 1960
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1960 Location: Wells Media: Ink on paper
Item 9279
Letter from William Heath to Ellen Forbes, ca. 1862
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1862 Location: Lancaster; Washington Media: Ink on paper
Item 75924
401 Stevens Avenue, Portland, 1924
Owner in 1924: Frank H. Forbes Use: Dwelling - Two family
Item 151851
Forbes residence, New Canaan, Connecticut, 1999
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1999 Location: New Canaan Clients: Walter Forbes; Carin Forbes Architect: Patrick Chasse; Landscape Design Associates
Exhibit
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.
Exhibit
Washington County Through Eastern's Eye
Images taken by itinerant photographers for Eastern Illustrating and Publishing Company, a real photo postcard company, provide a unique look at industry, commerce, recreation, tourism, and the communities of Washington County in the early decades of the twentieth century.
Site Page
Presque Isle: The Star City - Pioneer Club, Presque Isle, ca. 1915
"Parkhurst, George Parsons, H. Forbes. Seated is Rev G. Park. The Presque Isle Pioneer Club was organized in June 1915 by the remaining living…"
