Maine Memory Network

Biddeford Mills Museum

A historic mill museum dedicated to creating exhibits that will educate the community and highlight mill history; as a research collection to assist the public in locating information on the mill's buildings, history and employees; and to ensure the story of Biddeford's economic and industrial revolution remains relevant and accessible to diverse audiences.

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - HISTORY

"HISTORY of Biddeford...a Maine river town Text by Renée DesRoberts Research & editorial assistance provided by Sally Leahey, Raymond Gaudette…"

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - Economic History of Main Street, Northeast Harbor - Page 3 of 3

"Economic History of Main Street, Northeast Harbor 21st Century Decline In 2008, a fire erupted in the Colonial’s restaurant on Main Street and…"

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - Economic History of Main Street, Northeast Harbor - Page 2 of 3

"Economic History of Main Street, Northeast Harbor Main Street in the 20th century Red Cross Car and Trailer, Main Street, Northeast Harbor…"

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - Economic History of Main Street, Northeast Harbor - Page 1 of 3

"Economic History of Main Street, Northeast Harbor A TALE OF BOOM AND DECLINE Text by Brook Ewing Minner and Hannah Stevens, with additional…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - EXPLORE the history of Biddeford, Maine...

"EXPLORE the history of Biddeford, Maine... Our history is a rich tapestry of people, places, ideas and innovations."

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - EXHIBITS

"… to Biddeford and Saco's tumultuous fire history. By Dean Thomas Smalley, University of New England SHIPBUILDING IN BIDDEFORD BIDDEFORD'S MOVERS…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - RESOURCES

"(N) Clayton, W.W., et al. History of York County, Maine: with illustrations and biographical sketches of its prominent men and pioneers."

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - Biddeford's Movers & Shakers

"… here are five people famed in Biddeford's history, from the time of the American Revolution to recent history -- giving just a taste of the city's…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - ABOUT US

"Who says history can't be fun? X McArthur Public Library McArthur Public Library opened as the Biddeford Public Library in 1863; it was a city…"

Skowhegan Community History - A Brief History of the Skowhegan Area

"All of these towns, for economic and social reasons, eventually combined to form Skowhegan, the Native American name for the falls and the island."

Bath's Historic Downtown - History Overview

"… downtown area is a wealth of architectural, economic and family history revealed in part by the stories connected to the sites on this website."

Lincoln, Maine - Founding Fathers & Early History

"Founding Fathers & Early History Use the menu at left to browse various pieces completed by 7th and 8th grade social-studies students at…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - Cities of Smoke and Soot

"… industrial background of these two cities lays a history of raging fires that have consumed landmark buildings, businesses and even entire city…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - Artists and Inventors of Biddeford

"… Creativity has flourished throughout Biddeford's history. Particularly in the arts and technology, the folks in Biddeford have found new and…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - The Civil War & Biddeford

"From 1861-65 Biddeford faced economic and social hardships which would take years to overcome, in addition to an ever deepening city debt that…"

Cumberland & North Yarmouth - Our Shared History - Page 4 of 4

"… Welcoming newcomers, adapting in the face of economic difficulty, and, taking care of one’s own, are the hallmarks of Cumberland and North…"

Cumberland & North Yarmouth - Our Shared History - Page 3 of 4

"In 1900, Cumberland Junction was the center of economic activity within the town. Many trains stopped there each day to pick up local products, or to…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - CONTACT

"CONTACT Balloon view of Saco Bay, including Biddeford Pool, ca. 1880McArthur Public Library Got a question or comment about what you have seen…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - The MCHP Experience: In Our Own Words

"… has been a great opportunity to share my love of history, to work with local colleagues in new ways, and most of all to let students explore the…"

Cumberland & North Yarmouth - Skyline Farm - Making and Preserving History

"… transportation in the cultural, social and economic development of New England. The farm's 55 acres of open space includes a network of trails open…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - The Civil War/Reconstruction Era as Experienced in Biddeford & Saco - Page 7 of 17

"… the war but were unable to recover from the economic hardships they faced during and after the Civil War."

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - Shipbuilding in Biddeford: Lore, Leaders, and Legacy

"… Society Maine has a long distinguished history of shipbuilding; however, few know that Biddeford shared prominently in that history for many…"

Surry by the Bay - History of Surry

"… "the happy home of hundreds.” Despite occasional economic, political, and cultural differences throughout the past century, this coastal town's…"