Maine Memory Network

James H. Dunning daguerreotype, ca. 1860

Contributed by: Pejepscot History Center Date: circa 1860 Location: Harpswell; Brunswick Media: Daguerreotype

Clark S. Edwards, Bethel, ca. 1890

Contributed by: Bethel Historical Society Date: circa 1890 Location: Bethel Media: Photographic print

Lorenzo De Medici Sweat Memorial, Portland, ca. 1910

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1909–1966 Location: Portland; Portland Client: Portland Society of Art Architect: John Calvin Stevens

Lorenzo De Medici Sweat Memorial, Portland, ca. 1910

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1909–1965 Location: Portland; Portland Client: Portland Society of Art Architect: John Calvin Stevens and John Howard Stevens Architects

Shepard Cary: Lumberman, Legislator, Leader and Legend

Shepard Cary (1805-1866) was one of the leading -- and wealthiest -- residents of early Aroostook County. He was a lumberman, merchant, mill operator, and legislator.

Maine Politicians, National Leaders

From the early days of Maine statehood to the present, countless Maine politicians have made names for themselves on the national stage.

Cumberland & North Yarmouth - Representative Industries of Cumberland and North Yarmouth

"Representative Industries of Cumberland and North Yarmouth 1850s shipyardBrick Store Museum Shipbuilding In 1812, the area that later became…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - "Representing every particular:" John Martin's Reflections, Illustrations, and Commentary - Page 1 of 2

""Representing every particular:" John Martin's Reflections, Illustrations, and Commentary Text by Candace Kanes Illustrations from Maine…"

Timberland Legacy, My Family's History in Maine
by Lisa Huber

A long connection to the forestry industry and conservation movement in Maine

Lloyd LaFountain III family legacy and creating own path
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center

Lloyd followed in his family’s footsteps of serving Biddeford and the State of Maine.

How Do Communities Represent Themselves

Grade Level: K-2 Content Area: Social Studies
Students learn about historical and current flags of Maine and work in small groups to create flags to represent their classroom/school communities.

Maine Governors

Grade Level: Postsecondary Content Area: Social Studies
Students will learn about the people who have occupied the office of Governor and how the Office of Governor operates. The students will understand the different hats and relationships that the Governor has.