Maine Memory Network

1911 Pierce Arrow

Contributed by: Seal Cove Auto Museum Date: 1911 Location: Seal Cove Media: Metal and Rubber

1912 Pierce Arrow

Contributed by: Seal Cove Auto Museum Date: 1912 Location: Seal Cove Media: Metal and Rubber

Pierce property, Fern Avenue, Long Island, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Henry F. Pierce Use: Shed

Pierce property, E. side Island Avenue, Peaks Island, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Philena E. Pierce Use: Garage

Pierce residence planting plan, Mount Desert, 1993-1999

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1993–1999 Location: Mount Desert Client: Daniel Pierce Architect: Patrick Chasse; Landscape Design Associates

House for Mr. J.C. Pierce, Auburn, 1907

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1907 Location: Auburn Client: J. C. Pierce Architect: Coombs and Gibbs Architects

Independence and Challenges: The Life of Hannah Pierce

Hannah Pierce (1788-1873) of West Baldwin, who remained single, was the educated daughter of a moderately wealthy landowner and businessman. She stayed at the family farm throughout her life, operating the farm and her various investments -- always in close touch with her siblings.

Away at School: Letters Home

Young men and women in the 19th century often went away from home -- sometimes for a few months, sometimes for longer periods -- to attend academies, seminaries, or schools run by individuals. While there, they wrote letters home, reporting on boarding arrangements and coursework undertaken, and inquired about the family at home.

Historic Hallowell - Shipbuilders, Sailors and Whaling Men

"… the lives of the entire crew, including William Drew, age 15, and Charles Pierce, the son of E. G. Pierce, age 21. Next step in our journey."

Maine and the Civil War - Offer for war battle images, Houlton, ca. 1862

"… Description A poster advertises the Pierce Brothers' Civil War stereoscopticon images depicting scenes from the war."

Spiros Droggitis: From Biddeford to Washington DC and back
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center

A Greek family's impact: from the iconic Wonderbar Restaurant to Washington DC

Ted Truman (Throumoulos): A treasure trove of stories
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center

A son of Greek immigrants’ insight into his entrepreneurial family, culture and life experiences