The business of baskets


Josie Moriarty selling baskets, Indian Island, ca. 1930

Josie Moriarty selling baskets, Indian Island, ca. 1930
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Maine Historical Society

Basketmaking was an economic cornerstone for the Penobscot Tribe. Tribal members traveled to sell their baskets, and set up storefronts like this one, where Josie Moriarty worked.

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