Keywords: Stove pipe hats
Item 100814
John Martin in Spanish cloak, Bangor, 1846
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society and Maine State Museum Date: 1846 Location: Bangor Media: Ink on paper
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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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Wired! How Electricity Came to Maine
As early as 1633, entrepreneurs along the Piscataqua River in southern Maine utilized the force of the river to power a sawmill, recognizing the potential of the area's natural power sources, but it was not until the 1890s that technology made widespread electricity a reality -- and even then, consumers had to be urged to use it.
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John Martin: Expert Observer - John Martin in Spanish cloak, Bangor, 1846
"He called it a silk, round topped fur hat. He also described the rest of his outfit, including where he purchased the items."
