Maine Memory Network

Weston Homestead, Madison, ca. 1883

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1883 Location: Madison Media: Photographic print

Anthoine Creek basin, South Portland, 1965

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1965 Location: South Portland Media: Photographic print

Mountain Top Farm, Chittenden, Vermont, 1972-2008

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1972–2008 Location: Chittenden Clients: Stanley Fishkin; Nancy Marshall Architect: Patrick Chasse; Landscape Design Associates

Miller residence, Mount Desert, 2003

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 2003 Location: Mount Desert Client: Natalie Miller Architect: Carol A. Wilson; Carol A. Wilson Architect

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.

Navy Firefighting School, Little Chebeague Island

Little Chebeague Island in Casco Bay was home to recreational facilities and a firefighting school for WWII sailors. The school was part of a Navy effort to have non-firefighting personnel knowledgeable in dealing with shipboard fires.

Presque Isle: The Star City - Carroll's Auto Sales - Page 3 of 3

"… cars to stay in business because they were making tanks to help the war effort. The only colors in cars they made during the war were black and…"

Lincoln, Maine - Mills & Paper Industry - Page 1 of 2

"… were made, and the idea was later used to design tanks for the military. One downfall to the Log Hauler was, it had no brakes."

My father, Earle Ahlquist, served during World War II
by Earlene Chadbourne

Earle Ahlquist used his Maine common sense during his Marine service and to survive Iwo Jima