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Indians at the Centennial

Wabanaki encampment at Deering Oaks Park during Centennial, Portland, 1920

Wabanaki encampment at Deering Oaks Park during Centennial, Portland, 1920

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The Passamaquoddy Indian Village at Deering Oaks Park was a popular attraction at the Maine Centennial Exposition June 26-July 5, 1920.

Most events were held at the Exposition Building and were intended to showcase Maine-made goods, foster unity among businessmen, strengthen the state's industrial and agricultural interests, and develop the state's resources.