Keywords: family crest
Item 18431
Barrell family coat of arms, York, ca. 1790
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1790 Location: York Media: Silk
Item 48468
Thomas Quinby watch fob, ca. 1850
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1850 Media: Gold, garnet
Exhibit
Elise Fellows White: Music, Writing, and Family
From a violin prodigy in her early years to an older woman -- mother of two -- struggling financially, Skowhegan native Mary Elise Fellows White remained committed to music, writing, poetry, her extended family -- and living a life that would matter and be remembered.
Exhibit
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.
Story
Civil War Soldier comes home after 158 years
by Jamison McAlister
Civil War Soldier comes home after 158 years