Keywords: Poland Springs Hotel (Poland, Me.)
Item 138
Summit Springs Hotel, Poland, ca. 1910
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1910 Location: Poland Media: Photographic print
Item 104910
Governors' sons during the Governors Convention, Poland, 1925
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society/MaineToday Media Date: 1925-07-01 Location: Poland Media: glass negative
Item 111315
Poland Springs House, Poland, 1891
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1891 Location: Poland Client: unknown Architect: John Calvin Stevens
Item 111265
Alterations for Poland Spring House, South Poland, 1880
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1880 Location: Poland Client: unknown Architect: Fasset and Stevens Architects
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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.
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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.
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Poland Spring Preservation Society
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Portland Press Herald Glass Negative Collection - 1925 National Governors' Association Convention
"… convention that was held at the illustrious Poland Springs Hotel in Poland, Maine. Executives, their families, and their staff were welcomed at the…"
