Tag: maine history
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PublishedFebruary 28, 2018
‘Maine Eats’ exhibit in Portland digs into evolution of state’s cuisine
A showcase at the Maine Historical Society, opening Friday, explores everything from iconic lobster and spuds to the more modern sustainability movement.
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PublishedNovember 8, 2017
Cookbook writer Lily Wallace a familiar name in early 1900s, but her summertime ties to Maine are little known
A little digging leads to some insight into the enigmatic author who spent summers cooking in a cottage in Edgecomb.
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PublishedJune 14, 2017
Students unearth ancient history of Maine coast in archaeological dig
University of New England students taking a summer course have dug up artifacts believed to date back thousands of years.
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PublishedApril 8, 2017
New exhibit to showcase Maine woman’s World War I experiences as a ‘Y’ Girl
Memorabilia from Faith Hinckley’s nine months overseas aiding American soldiers will be a featured display at Fairfield’s L.C. Bates Museum.
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PublishedMarch 7, 2017
State seeks volunteers to help digitize Maine historical documents
The list of projects includes the Civl War diary of a member of the famed 20th Maine Volunteers to documents from 1777 on the capture of a fugitive slave.
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PublishedOctober 23, 2016
Maine used to be the ax-making capital of the world, and now vintage has its value
Fans of vintage Maine axes want to see the industry restored.
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PublishedSeptember 5, 2016
Maine Voices: Portland parade unites past and present in tribute to labor’s dignity, value
The use of the march to express pride, protest and patriotism is relevant now as it was in 1841.
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PublishedJuly 28, 2016
Maine Voices: Visit Tate House Museum for knowledge of past that can shape the future
The Portland depository provides tools to make the connection and also offers fun educational activities.
