Keywords: Houlton Grange Hall
Item 15400
Houlton Grange stained glass window, ca. 1900
Contributed by: Houlton Grange Date: circa 1900 Location: Houlton Media: Glass and lead
Item 15397
Houlton Grange Meeting Hall clock, ca. 1904
Contributed by: Houlton Grange Date: circa 1904 Location: Houlton Media: Wood
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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.
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Maine Eats: the food revolution starts here
From Maine's iconic lobsters, blueberries, potatoes, apples, and maple syrup, to local favorites like poutine, baked beans, red hot dogs, Italian sandwiches, and Whoopie Pies, Maine's identity and economy are inextricably linked to food. Sourcing food, preparing food, and eating food are all part of the heartbeat of Maine's culture and economy. Now, a food revolution is taking us back to our roots in Maine: to the traditional sources, preparation, and pleasures of eating food that have sustained Mainers for millennia.
