Maine Memory Network

A. Rosenthal velvet coat from Berlin, Germany, ca. 1895

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1895 Location: Berlin Media: silk, sateen, velvet, feather

John Martin in Spanish cloak, Bangor, 1846

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society and Maine State Museum Date: 1846 Location: Bangor Media: Ink on paper

Northern Threads: Mourning Fashions

A themed exhibit vignette within "Northern Threads Part I," featuring 18th and 19th century mourning jewelry and fashions.

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.

John Martin: Expert Observer - John Martin in Spanish cloak, Bangor, 1846

"… cloaks were cut full circle and I bought a nice German blueblack broad cloth one of Davis & Gilligin in the circular block for 15$ which was as…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - John and Clara Martin wedding hack, Bangor, 1850

"… were cut the windows were one pane of clear thick German glass and also the window to the door the straps were plated." The horses were black…"