Keywords: dust
Item 29338
Sprinkler wagon, Blue Hill, ca. 1910
Contributed by: Blue Hill Historical Society Date: circa 1910 Location: Blue Hill Media: Photograph on paper
Item 13471
U.S. Lighthouse Establishment Dustpan ca. 1890
Contributed by: Museum at Portland Head Date: circa 1890 Location: Cape Elizabeth; Staten Island Media: Brass
Item 149125
Butler Capital Corporation conference center plan, Frenchboro, 1986-2001
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1986–2001 Location: Frenchboro Clients: Gilbert Butler; Butler Capital Corporation Architect: Patrick Chasse; Landscape Design Associates
Exhibit
The paper mill on the Penobscot River in South Brewer, which became known as Eastern Fine Paper Co., began as a sawmill in 1884 and grew over the years as an important part of the economy of the region and a large presence in the landscape. Its closing in 2005 affected more than the men and women who lost their jobs.
Exhibit
A Snapshot of Portland, 1924: The Taxman Cometh
In 1924, with Portland was on the verge of profound changes, the Tax Assessors Office undertook a project to document every building in the city -- with photographs and detailed information that provide a unique view into Portland's architecture, neighborhoods, industries, and businesses.
Site Page
Historic Hallowell - Wood Ashes or Gold Dust?
"Wood Ashes or Gold Dust? Before thinking about farming or earning a living the first settlers had to put a roof over their heads and cut enough…"
Site Page
Strong, a Mussul Unsquit village - Wood Products of Strong
"… fire October 25, 1965, caused by a series of dust explosions, didn’t dim his spirits as he resolved that he would rebuild."
Story
My story about tours of duty in Vietnam
by Maynard Bradley
I served in the Army Special Forces as a Green Beret, it still effects me today.
Story
making light
by David Johansen
My relationship with Maine and how and why I make neon lights here.