Maine Memory Network

Swan's Island: Six miles east of ordinary - Welcome to Swan's Island!

"From Native American shell middens to the rusted remains of quarrying equipment, Swan's Island holds a living history of the industries that have…"

Swan's Island: Six miles east of ordinary - Baird's Quarry

"They've visited Baird's quarry to see the rusting remains of the once-busy industry, dug in the dirt for artifacts, and learned about their own…"

Historic Clothing Collection - 1930-1940 - Page 3 of 4

"… a beaded inset waistband and drape detail; and a rust wide shouldered textured heavy rayon crepe with a sequined bodice styled with an open back…"

Presque Isle: The Star City - Carroll's Auto Sales - Page 1 of 3

"… farm, I worked cleaning cars and as a grease monkey. Also at night I would go down to Carroll’s and under-coat cars to keep them from rusting."

Western Maine Foothills Region - Peru

"… ordered by the treasurer of the new county, Henry Rust, Esq., to assemble at a legal meeting to establish governing officers and the collection of…"