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Historical Items

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Item 20477

Abbottsford Cottage, Brunswick, ca. 1866

Contributed by: Pejepscot History Center Date: circa 1866 Location: Brunswick Media: Photographic print

Item 20609

Edward W. Wheeler, Brunswick, ca. 1920

Contributed by: Pejepscot History Center Date: circa 1920 Location: Brunswick Media: Photographic print

Item 5465

Charles E. Wheeler, 1st Mounted Artillery, ca. 1863

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1863 Location: Lewiston Media: Carte de visite

Online Exhibits

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State of Mind: Becoming Maine

The history of the region now known as Maine did not begin at statehood in 1820. What was Maine before it was a state? How did Maine separate from Massachusetts? How has the Maine we experience today been shaped by thousands of years of history?

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World War I and the Maine Experience

With a long history of patriotism and service, Maine experienced the war in a truly distinct way. Its individual experiences tell the story of not only what it means to be an American, but what it means to be from Maine during the war to end all wars.

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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.

Site Pages

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Highlighting Historical Hampden - Early Settlement

"Early Settlement Wheeler and Crosby Text by Karyn Field Crosby's Grist Mill Store, called Old Brick Store, Hampden, built in 1807Hampden…"

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Highlighting Historical Hampden - Changing Times

"… the town today share a great deal with Benjamin Wheeler and the other early settlers, a lovely physical setting, a rich historical heritage, and an…"

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Highlighting Historical Hampden - John Crosby

"The gristmill and the sawmill that Benjamin Wheeler built on the Souadabscook Stream were taken over by Crosby after Wheeler’s death."