Maine Memory Network

John Martin: Expert Observer - Hannibal Hamlin, Bangor, 1866

"… life, events in the Bangor area, and contemporary activities. Martin quotes Hamlin as saying, "We cannot afford after enduring 4 years war in…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - Dr. George W. Ladd, Bangor, ca. 1866

"Martin, a Republican, described the activities of the post Civil War Democrats in Bangor. Martin wrote about a speech Ladd gave on Sept."

John Martin: Expert Observer - James Dunning, Bangor, ca. 1867

"… described Dunning, a former Democrat who became active in the Republican Party, as "always to be seen on public occasions." He described a number…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - Fred Ryder, Bangor, 1864

"… beginning in 1864 reflecting on his life and activities, show Ryder, at left, as he looked when he began working for Martin and the boy, at right…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - Bangor Cornet Band member, 1864

"… in 1864 writing recollections of his life and activities. He also listed the members of the band and their occupations."

Early Maine Photography - Art - Page 2 of 2

"… Society Nineteenth century Portland supported an active artistic community. Of the painters, sculptors, and carvers who worked in the city, George…"

Historic Clothing Collection - Wrappers, Teagowns & At Home Dresses

"… a few close friends for tea, a reciprocal activity that maintained social relationships. It is also suggested that, complex though they appear, the…"

Historic Clothing Collection - 1900-1910 - Page 1 of 3

"… participation in the workforce and outdoor activities, favored a more naturally curved silhouette with plain, sensible skirts (still worn with…"

Historic Clothing Collection - Eighteenth Century - Page 3 of 3

"… century English taste for clothes suited to an active country life, fine quality English dark wool broadcloth, and skilled tailoring led to the…"

Historic Clothing Collection - 1890-1900 - Page 3 of 3

"… increasing female participation in outdoor activities such as lawn tennis, ball games, and bicycling contributed to demand for, and development of…"

Historic Clothing Collection - 1890-1900 - Page 1 of 3

"… blouses that became the norm for the working and active woman's everyday wear could be purchased ready-made."

Historic Clothing Collection - 1940-1950 - Page 3 of 3

"… wear, and casual wear for every occasion and activity. Red and green check suit, ca. 1950Maine Historical Society Dior introduced his famous…"

Beyond Borders - Mapping Maine and the Northeast Boundary - Further Reading

"… A Study of Their Development, Organization, Activities and Controversies, 1620-1770. Philadelphia: Press of the University of Pennsylvania, 1924…"

Farmington: Franklin County's Shiretown - Chester Greenwood

"It stands today. He was active in town affairs and participated in a committee to research and build better roads for the town."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Thomaston is Incorporated - 1777

"Shipbuilding activity picked up on the river, and wharves were built for the transfer of goods to the trading vessels."

Old York Historical Society

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Thomaston Historical Society

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The General Henry Knox Museum

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Swan's Island: Six miles east of ordinary - Islanders At Play

"What once were the free time activities of our ancestors are still the activities sought after by the island population."

Windham Historical Society

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Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - Cottagers

"… and every one almost who was of more than ordinary note. -Bangor Daily Whig & Courier, 19 August 1886. Continue to Activities for Rusticators"

Historic Hallowell - Maine Industrial School for Girls

"Blaisdell Some of the activities for the girls focused on developing existing talents and exploring new ones."

Historic Hallowell - Day 5

"… in shelters but the number of Red Cross shelters activated and filled was the most in Maine history."

Highlighting Historical Hampden - Changing Times

"Hampden became the place to go for social activities such as Riverside Park. However, as time passed and places like Riverside Park that offered…"