Maine Memory Network

Governors' sons during the Governors Convention, Poland, 1925

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society/MaineToday Media Date: 1925-07-01 Location: Poland Media: glass negative

Winter harness racing, Poland Spring, ca. 1900

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1900 Location: Poland Spring Media: Photographic print

36 Poland Street, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Herbert Seal Use: Dwelling - Single family

Assessor's Record, 36 Poland Street, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Herbert Seal Use: Shed

Poland Springs House, Poland, 1891

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1891 Location: Poland Client: unknown Architect: John Calvin Stevens

Alterations for Poland Spring House, South Poland, 1880

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1880 Location: Poland Client: unknown Architect: Fasset and Stevens Architects

Poland Spring: Summering in Fashion

During the Gilded Age at the end of the nineteenth century, Americans sought to leave increasing urban, industrialized lives for the health and relaxation of the country. The Poland Spring resort, which offered a beautiful setting, healing waters, and many amenities, was one popular destination.

Auto Racing in Maine: 1911

The novelty of organized auto racing came to Maine in 1911 with a hill-climbing event in Poland and speed racing at Old Orchard Beach. Drivers and cars came from all over New England for these events.

Poland Spring Preservation Society

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Pownal Scenic and Historical Society

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Cantor Beth & Dr David Strassler: personal insights on life
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center

The journey of a couple devoted to each other, their family, their community and their religion

Betty Cody, country music legend
by Maine Historical Society

Betty Cody is noted as Maine's most recognized female singer