Maine Memory Network

"The Bride Entertains" ElectriKitchen reciepes, 1954

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1954 Media: ink on paper

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Electri Kitchen recipes - Ham Delight, 1954

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1954 Media: Ink on paper

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Back to School

Public education has been a part of Maine since Euro-American settlement began to stabilize in the early eighteenth century. But not until the end of the nineteenth century was public education really compulsory in Maine.

How Sweet It Is

Desserts have always been a special treat. For centuries, Mainers have enjoyed something sweet as a nice conclusion to a meal or celebrate a special occasion. But many things have changed over the years: how cooks learn to make desserts, what foods and tools were available, what was important to people.

Blue Hill, Maine - Jonathan Fisher: Unlocking the Person Beyond the Parson

"Although she was a talented weaver and skillful homemaker she needed help to assure the future of her children."

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - A Look Inside the Classroom Over Time - Page 2 of 4

"… in the 1950's, the high school added the Future Homemakers of America, National Honor Society, a band, and a choir."