Garden Party at the Asticou Inn, Northeast Harbor, ca. 1935

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Description

A photograph of the lower garden on the lawn of the Asticou Inn, overlooking Northeast Harbor. For many years it was customary on nice August afternoons to hold tea parties in the garden for guests. As part of their room and board, under the American Plan, guests received three meals and other daily refreshments, as provided.

This photograph was taken by Charles K. Savage, owner and manager of the Asticou Inn from 1922 to 1964.

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About This Item

  • Title: Garden Party at the Asticou Inn, Northeast Harbor, ca. 1935
  • Creator: Charles Kenneth Savage
  • Creation Date: 1929–1940
  • Subject Date: 1929–1940
  • Location: Northeast Harbor, Mount Desert, Hancock County, ME
  • Media: Photographic print
  • Dimensions: 76 cm x 104 cm
  • Collection: Private collection
  • Object Type: Image

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Mount Desert Island Historical Society
PO Box 653, 353 Sound Drive, Mount Desert, ME 04660
(207) 276-9323
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