Keywords: Formal
Item 70646
Christmas Formal, Farmington State Teachers College, 1965
Contributed by: Mantor Library at UMF Date: 1965 Location: Farmington Media: Photographic print
Item 15892
Charles Appleton Longfellow in formal Japanese attire, 1872
Contributed by: NPS, Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site Date: circa 1872 Media: Albumen print
Item 151453
Barracks in Togus, Chelsea, 1900
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1900–1935 Location: Chelsea; Eastport Client: Eastern Branch N.H.D.V.S. Architect: John Calvin Stevens and John Howard Stevens Architects
Exhibit
Informal family photos often include family pets -- but formal, studio portraits and paintings also often feature one person and one pet, in formal attire and pose.
Exhibit
Sarah Sampson: Caring for Soldiers, Orphans
Sarah Sampson of Bath went to war with her husband, a captain in the 3rd Maine Regiment. With no formal training, she spent the next four and a half years providing nursing and other services to soldiers. Even after her husband became ill and returned to Maine, Sampson remained in the Washington, D.C., area aiding the sick and wounded.
Site Page
"Formal dress was suggested, and there were beverages. The cold February night was no deterrence for the gala as 130 persons attended."
Site Page
Historic Clothing Collection - Children's Wear
"… and clothing and select examples of everyday or more formal wear. As yet, representation of children’s 20th century clothing is limited."
Story
Crystal Priest - Genesis of 1:1 in Guilford
by MLTI Stories of Impact Project
Crystal Priest recounted the genesis of 1:1 near the geographical center of the state--Guilford.
Story
Alice Bertrand shares highlights from her 100+ years
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
What is it like to live through all the events that have occurred in the past 100+ years?
