Keywords: Work zone
Item 103532
Intersection of Deering bypass and Veranda Street, Portland, 1954
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1954-11-11 Location: Portland Media: Photographic Print
Item 103528
Street view of the East Deering bypass, Portland, 1954
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1954-08-06 Location: Portland Media: Photographic Print
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.
Exhibit
Field & Homefront: Bethel during the Civil War
Like many towns, Bethel responded to the Civil War by sending many soldiers and those at the homefront sent aid and supported families. The town grew during the war, but suffered after its end.
Site Page
Islesboro--An Island in Penobscot Bay - Historical Overview
"… position, being located directly in a war zone. Islanders were forced to trade with both sides, as a matter of survival, and records show that…"
Site Page
City of Portland Planning & Urban Development
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Story
Starting Chebeague Island Oyster Company
by Caitlin Gerber
Farming oysters in Casco Bay
Story
Don Bisson - Living his convictions
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center Voices of Biddeford project
Returning after a career in New York City, Don has dedicated his life to addressing food insecurity.
