Maine Memory Network

Hannibal Hamlin, statesman, ca. 1880

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1880 Location: Paris Media: Photographic print

Residence of Hannibal Hamlin, Paris, ca. 1900

Contributed by: Hamlin Memorial Library and Museum Date: circa 1800 Location: Paris Media: Postcard

Hannibal Hamlin of Paris Hill

2009 marked the bicentennials of the births of Abraham Lincoln and his first vice president, Hannibal Hamlin of Maine. To observe the anniversary, Paris Hill, where Hamlin was born and raised, honored the native statesman and recalled both his early life in the community and the mark he made on Maine and the nation.

Field & Homefront: Bethel during the Civil War

Like many towns, Bethel responded to the Civil War by sending many soldiers and those at the homefront sent aid and supported families. The town grew during the war, but suffered after its end.

Hamlin Memorial Library and Museum

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