Maine Memory Network

Prospect Point, Western Promenade, Portland, 1887

Contributed by: City of Portland - Planning & Development Date: 1887 Location: Portland Media: Photographic print

View of Bangor from Old Court House, ca. 1882

Contributed by: Bangor Public Library Date: circa 1882 Location: Bangor Media: Stereograph

145 Prospect Street, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Frederick C. Dudley Use: Garage

14 Prospect Street, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Emily F. Hudson Use: Dwelling - Single family

Residence for Mrs. Brooks Leavitt, Wilton, 1935-1951

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1935–1951 Location: Wilton; Wilton Client: Elizabeth Leavitt Architect: John Howard Stevens; John Calvin Stevens and John Howard Stevens Architects

The Bethel Inn, Bethel, 1911

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1911 Location: Bethel Client: Dr. J. G. Gehring Architect: John Calvin Stevens and John Howard Stevens Architects

From Sewers to Skylines: William S. Edwards's 1887 Photo Album

William S. Edwards (1830-1918) was a civil engineer who worked for the City of Portland from 1876-1906. Serving as First Assistant to Chief Engineer William A. Goodwin, then to Commissioner George N. Fernald, Edwards was a fixture in City Hall for 30 consecutive years, proving indispensable throughout the terms of 15 Mayors of Portland, including all six of those held by James Phineas Baxter. Edwards made significant contributions to Portland, was an outstanding mapmaker and planner, and his works continue to benefit historians.

Northern Threads: Colonial and 19th century fur trade

A vignette in "Northern Threads: Two centuries of dress at Maine Historical Society Part 1," this fur trade mini-exhibition discusses the environmental and economic impact of the fur trade in Maine through the 19th century.

Strong, a Mussul Unsquit village - Early Schools

"Prospective teachers could begin their training while they were still in high school. Mrs. Arlene Potter said she received 50¢ a week for doing the…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - "Representing every particular:" John Martin's Reflections, Illustrations, and Commentary - Page 1 of 2

"That ended Anna Stratton's support and prospects of a financially secure life. She became a teacher, a job she held until she met and married John…"