Category: Public Events & Celebrations, Holidays
Item 30878
Holiday Gathering, Beemans Corner, Hallowell, ca. 1899
Contributed by: Hubbard Free Library Date: circa 1899 Location: Hallowell Media: Photographic print
Item 151971
Young student dressed as a witch for Halloween celebration, Portland, ca. 1935
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society/MaineToday Media Date: circa 1935 Location: Portland Media: Glass negative
Exhibit
Evergreens and a Jolly Old Elf
Santa Claus and evergreens have been common December additions to homes, schools, businesses, and other public places to America since the mid nineteenth century. They are two symbols of the Christian holiday of Christmas whose origins are unrelated to the religious meaning of the day.
Exhibit
Cultures from the ancient Greeks and Chinese to contemporary societies have set aside time to give thanks, especially for the harvest. In 1941, the United States set a permanent date for the observance.
Story
Rachel Tourigny: Richness of growing up in a big, "poor" family
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
A most vivid and heartwarming account of life during a simpler time
