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Historical Items

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Item 148245

Maine General Hospital, Portland, 1887

Contributed by: City of Portland - Planning & Development Date: 1887-07-17 Location: Portland Media: Photographic print

Item 65987

Robert M. Mahlman, Lubec, 1890, 1890

Contributed by: Lubec Historical Society Date: 1890 Location: Lubec Media: Cabinet photograph

Online Exhibits

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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.

Exhibit

Poland Spring: Summering in Fashion

During the Gilded Age at the end of the nineteenth century, Americans sought to leave increasing urban, industrialized lives for the health and relaxation of the country. The Poland Spring resort, which offered a beautiful setting, healing waters, and many amenities, was one popular destination.

Exhibit

Northern Threads: Mourning Fashions

A themed exhibit vignette within "Northern Threads Part I," featuring 18th and 19th century mourning jewelry and fashions.

Site Pages

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Early Maine Photography - Human Interest

"… fur lined winter coat, an elaborate piece of Victorian clothing that appears to be twice her size."