Maine Memory Network

Netting Stand, Islesboro, ca. 1885

Contributed by: Islesboro Historical Society Date: circa 1885 Location: Islesboro Media: Wood, metal

Business Letter, Islesboro, 1898

Contributed by: Islesboro Historical Society Date: 1898 Location: Islesboro Media: Ink on paper

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Maine Eats: the food revolution starts here

From Maine's iconic lobsters, blueberries, potatoes, apples, and maple syrup, to local favorites like poutine, baked beans, red hot dogs, Italian sandwiches, and Whoopie Pies, Maine's identity and economy are inextricably linked to food. Sourcing food, preparing food, and eating food are all part of the heartbeat of Maine's culture and economy. Now, a food revolution is taking us back to our roots in Maine: to the traditional sources, preparation, and pleasures of eating food that have sustained Mainers for millennia.

In Time and Eternity: Shakers in the Industrial Age

"In Time and Eternity: Maine Shakers in the Industrial Age 1872-1918" is a series of images that depict in detail the Shakers in Maine during a little explored time period of expansion and change.

Western Maine Foothills Region - Rumford - Page 3 of 4

"… makers, painters, photographers, wood-carvers, knitters, crocheters, spinners, weavers all offer their wares at these events."

My life as a revolutionary knitter
by Katharine Cobey

Moving to Maine and confronting knitting stereotypes

Story of the "little nun"
by Felicia Garant

My grandmother made a nun's outfit for me