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Item 12343
Title: Tiered plate stand, Brunswick, ca. 1900
Contributed by: Pejepscot Historical Society
Date: circa 1900
Location: Brunswick
Media: ceramic, metal
Item 82121
Title: Decorative vehicle plate, Waldoboro, ca. 1970
Contributed by: Waldoboro Fire Department
Date: circa 1970
Location: Waldoboro
Media: metal
Item 79605
Title: National House Hotel commemorate plate, Dixfield, ca. 1860
Contributed by: Dixfield Historical Society
Date: circa 1860
Location: Dixfield
Media: round china plate
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Desserts have always been a special treat. For centuries, Mainers have enjoyed something sweet as a nice conclusion to a meal or celebrate a special occasion. But many things have changed over the years: how cooks learn to make desserts, what foods and tools were available, what was important to people.
Exhibit
Dressing Up, Standing Out, Fitting In
Adorning oneself to look one's "best" has varied over time, gender, economic class, and by event. Adornments suggest one's sense of identity and one's intent to stand out or fit in.