Maine Memory Network

Historic Hallowell - Johnny Stringer ~ A Character of Industry

"Johnny Stringer ~ A Character of Industry Johnny Stringer, Artisan, Hallowell, ca. 1848Hubbard Free Library One of the more common, but…"

Presque Isle: The Star City - Historical Buildings

"… Presque Isle's historical buildings express the character and development of the community. The changing styles of architecture, the regional…"

Presque Isle: The Star City - Beulah Akeley, Librarian, ca. 1940

"… of the Reader's Digest as "The Most Unforgettable character I've Met." View additional information about this item on the Maine Memory Network."

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

"Its small-town character, proximity to Portland and Boston, excellent schools, abundant undeveloped land and easy access to mountains and the sea are…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - "Good the more communicated, the more abundant grows" : The Thursday Club

"… of the continuity of life: its universal character and interdependence. It is not too much to say that this aspect changed the whole point of view…"

Guilford, Maine - WELCOME

"… the times and trials that forged our collective character. Learn about our people, from the early settlers, farmers, and land holders, through…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - Liz, widow Clark, Bangor, 1848

"… time the young men who cared but little about Character visited the house in dozens and some disgracefull and noisy transactions were committed..."…"

Bath's Historic Downtown - Project Partners

"… expeditions support critical literacy, promote character development, create a sense of adventure, spark curiosity and foster an ethic of service."

Blue Hill, Maine - Discover the Story of Blue Hill - Page 1 of 4

"… brought with them from Beverly and Andover the character traits of self-reliance, strong work ethic, and love of autonomy, as well as affinities…"

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

"… take an active interest in preserving the unique character of High Peaks communities and resources.” Local efforts such as the Strong Historical…"

Surry by the Bay - Surry Today

"… generations, retirees drawn to the town's rural character and seaside scenery, and families who appreciate the town's rural nature and easy access…"

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - Summary: The Future: Recycle or Start from Scratch?

"… communities to more quickly change their visual character than they did in the past and cause our Mount Desert Island communities in particular to…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Thomaston Expands - 1805 to 1846

"… Italianate structures, shaping the architectural character of Thomaston seen today. <- Prev. Page…"

Western Maine Foothills Region - Dixfield - Page 4 of 5

"A woman of strong character, many stories are told of her sayings and doings. The brook which bears her name was once the water supply for the Town…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - Site Navigation Tips

"… begins or [illegible] or [?] if the words or characters cannot be deciphered. That said, John Martin's handwriting often appears to make many "M,"…"

Music in Maine - MAKE

"… Historical Society Powwow Music length is 64 characters. Click to read Chris Sockalexis's story A powwow is a gathering held by many Native…"

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - The Bryants and Rockefellers: Two Seal Harbor Families

"… have always played an important role in the character of the small coastal community. Many locals can attest to the fact that the island would be a…"

Bath's Historic Downtown - Church Block

"Oliver Moses was renowned for his character. Acting quickly during the the Know-Nothing Riots of 1854, Moses walked into the angry mob to stop the…"

Surry by the Bay - Broadway by the Bay

"Actors included character actor Edward Everett Horton who was ubiquitous in Hollywood films of the 1930s and acclaimed stage actor Barnard Hughes."

Western Maine Foothills Region - Dixfield's Tuscan Opera House

"… their website states, "to improve and elevate the character of man". Their principles included elements of “Friendship, Love, and Truth”, which are…"

Rum, Riot, and Reform - Taverns, People, and Scenes

"… created this composite tavern scene using local characters in a heated debate over slavery. In many of Maines small towns and cities, taverns were…"

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - More on the Old Ell

"Mame was an independent character who never married, remaining single her whole life, and the house was a comfortable, albeit compact layout, for a…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Raymond Wallace

"He was quite a character. What was minimum wage? I don’t really remember but tires cost 18 dollars and I could get one a week."

Blue Hill, Maine - A Real Downeast County Fair

"White writes about a fair from the different characters' points of view. What most people don’t know is that the fair described in the book is the…"