Maine Memory Network

Trial Paint Scheme, Bangor and Aroostook F-3, ca. 1972

Contributed by: Oakfield Historical Society Date: circa 1972 Media: Photographic print

Bangor and Aroostook GP-38, Presque Isle, 1991

Contributed by: Oakfield Historical Society Date: 1991-07-20 Location: Presque Isle Media: Photographic print

Art of the People: Folk Art in Maine

For many different reasons people saved and carefully preserved the objects in this exhibit. Eventually, along with the memories they hold, the objects were passed to the Maine Historical Society. Object and memory, serve as a powerful way to explore history and to connect to the lives of people in the past.

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.

Presque Isle: The Star City - Bangor and Aroostook GP-38, Presque Isle, 1991

"The engine sports the paint scheme developed in the 1970s. Note the white lines and numbers that were added to an earlier test scheme."