Maine Memory Network

Fred Turner Sr. with oxen, Swan's Island, ca. 1900

Contributed by: Swan's Island Historical Society Date: circa 1900 Location: Swan's Island Media: Photographic print

Island Ledge Casino, Wells Beach, ca. 1915

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1915 Location: Wells Media: postcard

Lackey property, S. Side Maple Street, Peaks Island, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Wells E. Lackey Use: Summer Dwelling

Beal property, N. Side Torrington Avenue, Peaks Island, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Frederick A. Beal Use: Dwelling

Bisharat residence elevations, Chebeague Island, 2001-2004

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 2001–2004 Location: Chebeague Island Clients: Suhail Bisharat; Leila Bisharat Architect: Carol A. Wilson; Carol A. Wilson Architect

Georgetown Historical Society elevations, Georgetown, 2003-2006

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 2003–2006 Location: Georgetown Client: Georgetown Historical Society Architect: Carol A. Wilson; UJMN and Carol A. Wilson Architects

MY ISLAND HOME: Verlie Colby Greenleaf of Westport Island

Verlie Greenleaf (1891-1992) bore witness to over a century of Westport Island's history. Many changes occurred during Verlie's 100-year life. Verlie Greenleaf donated photographs, personal notes, and sat for an interview in 1987, all part of the Westport Island History Committee's collection. Her words frame this exhibition, providing a first-person account of her life.

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.

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - A Short History Of Performing Arts On Mount Desert Island

"While many are familiar with the island as a vacation spot, few are aware of its rich, eclectic arts history and its role as a major destination for…"

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - Economy on Mt. Desert Island

"Economy on Mt. Desert Island Mt. Desert Island was also being recognized as a prime location for businesses."

Wikpiyik: The Basket Tree
by Darren Ranco

Countering the Emerald Ash Borer with Wabanaki Ecological Knowledge

Alex Mouzas: Passionate about sharing his Greek-American roots
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center

A personal, in-depth look into the life and contributions of area Greek-Americans