Keywords: Christmas
Item 79554
Second Holly Inn, Christmas Cove, ca. 1917
Contributed by: South Bristol Historical Society Date: circa 1917 Location: South Bristol Media: Photographic print
Item 152035
Christmas program at the Shailer School, Portland, 1926
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society/MaineToday Media Date: 1926-12-16 Location: Portland Media: Glass negative
Item 150282
Summer residence at Christmas Cove for Mr. Murray Shipley, South Bristol, 1916-1918
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1916–1918 Location: South Bristol Client: Murray Shipley Architect: John Calvin Stevens and John Howard Stevens Architects
Exhibit
Christmas, a Christian holiday observed by many Mainers, has a very public, seasonal face that makes it visible to those of all beliefs.
Exhibit
Evergreens and a Jolly Old Elf
Santa Claus and evergreens have been common December additions to homes, schools, businesses, and other public places to America since the mid nineteenth century. They are two symbols of the Christian holiday of Christmas whose origins are unrelated to the religious meaning of the day.
Site Page
Presque Isle: The Star City - National Community Christmas Tree - 1959
"The Executive Director of the Christmas Pageant of Peace, Clarence Arata, notified the Presque Isle Chamber of Commerce on March 20, 1958 that the…"
Site Page
Presque Isle: The Star City - Christmas decorations, Presque Isle, ca. 1950
"Christmas decorations, Presque Isle, ca. 1950 Contributed by Presque Isle Fire Department Description The photograph was taken in December…"
Story
Alice Bertrand shares highlights from her 100+ years
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
What is it like to live through all the events that have occurred in the past 100+ years?
Story
Father Renald Labarre: the life of a Catholic priest
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
A Biddeford native provides insights on his Franco-American roots and life as a Catholic priest.
Lesson Plan
Longfellow Studies: "Christmas Bells"
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Content Area: English Language Arts, Social Studies
The words of this poem are more commonly known as the lyrics to a popular Christmas Carol of the same title. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote "Christmas Bells" in December of 1863 as the Civil War raged. It expresses his perpetual optimism and hope for the future of mankind. The poem's lively rhythm, simple rhyme and upbeat refrain have assured its popularity through the years.
