Maine Memory Network

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - ABOUT US

"In 1894, the Mayor recommended that a private association assume the responsibility of maintaining a public library for the benefit of the city’s…"

Kennebunk Free Library

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Strong, a Mussul Unsquit village - "Fly Rod" Crosby - Page 3 of 3

"… of Northern Franklin County through active guide associations, local celebration of the region's outdoor heritage and grassroots efforts to…"

Lincoln, Maine - Lincoln Center Baptist Church, Lincoln, ca. 1900

"… Society Description The first clergyman associated with the Lincoln Center Baptist Church was Stephen Chase who came to the settlement in…"

Historic Clothing Collection - White cotton dress with gigot sleeves, Portland, ca. 1828 - Page 1 of 2

"The dress is associated with the Longfellow family of Portland. View additional information about this item on the Maine Memory Network."

Rum, Riot, and Reform - Temperance Membership

"The temperance flag on the ship illustrates a major goal of the Association, which had been founded in 1815."

Farmington Public Library

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McArthur Public Library

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Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Historical Overview - Page 4 of 4

"Prouts Neck, ME: Prouts Neck Association, 1924. Jones, Herbert G. The King's Highway from Portland to Kittery. Portland, ME: Longfellow Press, 1953."

Patten Free Library

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Baldwin Historical Society

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Skowhegan Free Public Library

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Mark & Emily Turner Memorial Library

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Fifth Maine Regiment Museum

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Cary Memorial Library

"… free of charge, is operated by the Wayne Library Association, a private 501(C)3 incorporated association."

Historic Clothing Collection - Northern Threads: Two centuries of dress at Maine Historical Society - Page 2 of 3

"In the United States, costume is commonly associated with clothing worn during theatrical performances, masquerade balls, or during Halloween."

Historic Hallowell - “Maine’s Century” Ends

"In 1965 the Hallowell Improvement Association was one of the first historic preservation organizations established in the state, and five years later…"

Presque Isle: The Star City - Oak Hotel

"… the Aroostook County Federal Savings and Loan Association purchased the land and built their own building on the site."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Henry Knox: Brick Works

"… architect and principal in the Broad Street Association, was expanding Faneuil Hall in 1805 and 1806 as well as building rows in the area of Broad…"

Historic Clothing Collection - 1960-1970 - Page 2 of 3

"Other influential designers associated with the mini and new young ‘swinging’ fashions include English designers Mary Quant and Biba, American Bonnie…"

Historic Clothing Collection - Square shouldered cape and suit ensemble, ca. 1943 - Page 1 of 3

"While a modern audience might associate a suit with business, the mid-century suit, paired with a stylish hat, was a popular choice for social…"

The General Henry Knox Museum

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Mercy Hospital - School of Nursing - Page 1 of 3

"… the organizations that became the American Nurses Association and National League for Nursing had formed, and states began to pass laws mandating…"

Historic Hallowell - Maine Industrial School for Girls

"… fifteen years, who by forces of circumstances or associations are in manifest danger of becoming outcasts of society."