Maine Memory Network

Seba Smith letter concerning tolls, 1835

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1835 Location: Portland Media: Ink on paper

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Toll House for Skowhegan Bridge Co., ca. 1900

Contributed by: Skowhegan History House Date: circa 1900 Location: Skowhegan Media: Photographic print

Toll residence, Otisfield, 1986

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1986 Location: Otisfield Clients: Robert Toll; Jane Toll Architect: Carol A. Wilson; Carol A. Wilson Architect

Toll residence sleeping porch, Otisfield, 2011-2012

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 2011–2012 Location: Otisfield Clients: Robert Toll; Jane Toll Architect: Carol A. Wilson; Carol A. Wilson Architect

Evergreens and a Jolly Old Elf

Santa Claus and evergreens have been common December additions to homes, schools, businesses, and other public places to America since the mid nineteenth century. They are two symbols of the Christian holiday of Christmas whose origins are unrelated to the religious meaning of the day.

High Water

Melting snow, ice, warmer temperatures, and rain sometimes bring floods to Maine's many rivers and streams. Floods are most frequent in the spring, but can occur at any season.

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - MDI and the Fire of 1947

"The Depression had taken its toll and many of the summer homes were never rebuilt. Remnants of these early homes can still be seen near Bar Harbor."

John Martin: Expert Observer - First Penobscot Bridge, Bangor, ca. 1846

"He labeled the toll house, Skinner's Store, and the Draw. Martin (1823-1864) began in 1864 writing a Journal about his life and experiences."

What did I do during the Covid quarantine?
by Nasser Rohani from Baha'i Community

Individuals response to Covid and social distancing.

Lloyd LaFountain III family legacy and creating own path
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center

Lloyd followed in his family’s footsteps of serving Biddeford and the State of Maine.