Maine Memory Network

Redline map of Portland and South Portland, 1935

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1935-11-15 Location: Portland; South Portland Media: Ink on paper

Don't take the port out of Portland, 1986

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1986 Location: Portland Media: Ink on paper

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Portland Hebrew School, 1955

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1955–1958 Location: Portland Client: Portland Hebrew School Synagogue Association Architect: Abraham Siegal

Butler residence, Frenchboro, 1984-2001

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1984–2001 Location: Frenchboro Client: Gilbert Butler Architect: Patrick Chasse; Landscape Design Associates

The Trolley Parks of Maine

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.

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.

City of Portland Planning & Urban Development

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Guilford, Maine - Modern History: 1966 to Present

"… were built, the library was renovated, and zoning ordinances were drafted, but not accepted so the entire planning board resigned in frustration…"

Starting Chebeague Island Oyster Company
by Caitlin Gerber

Farming oysters in Casco Bay

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.