Keywords: Trolley tracks
Item 15867
Laying Trolley Tracks, Sanford, ca. 1905
Contributed by: Sanford-Springvale Historical Society Date: circa 1905 Location: Sanford Media: Print from glass negative
Item 28802
The Gateway at the Cape Casino, Cape Elizabeth, ca. 1912
Contributed by: Seashore Trolley Museum Date: circa 1912 Location: Cape Elizabeth Media: Postcard
Exhibit
Many different types of trolley cars -- for different weather, different uses, and different locations -- were in use in Maine between 1895-1940. The "field guide" explains what each type looked like and how it was used.
Exhibit
At the heyday of trolleys in Maine, many of the trolley companies developed recreational facilities along or at the end of trolley lines as one further way to encourage ridership. The parks often had walking paths, dance pavilions, and various other entertainments. Cutting-edge technology came together with a thirst for adventure and forever changed social dynamics in the process.
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Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Transportation Through the Years - Page 2 of 4
"Like the railroads, trolley lines connected with one another, allowing passengers to travel greater distances."
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Presque Isle: The Star City - Aroostook Valley Railroad
"Trolley Car Nos. 70 and 71 as well as engine #52 from the Aroostook Valley Railroad are on display there."
