Keywords: Reddy Kilowatt
Item 74887
Reddy Kilowatt costume, ca. 1967
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1967 Media: Plastic, polyester, vinyl
Item 74463
Reddy Kilowatt lapel pin, ca. 1955
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1955 Media: Metal, gold filled
Exhibit
Wired! How Electricity Came to Maine
As early as 1633, entrepreneurs along the Piscataqua River in southern Maine utilized the force of the river to power a sawmill, recognizing the potential of the area's natural power sources, but it was not until the 1890s that technology made widespread electricity a reality -- and even then, consumers had to be urged to use it.
Exhibit
Sugar and Spice: Our Vintage Recipes
Sugar and Spice: Our Vintage Recipes showcases historic recipes, dating from the 18th century to the 1950s, like sweet treats, traditional favorites, promotional printings, medicinal concoctions, curious libations, and recipes that have fallen out of favor.
