Speaker: Maureen Taylor, Author
Many individuals who participated in the American Revolution lived to have their photographs taken. Join us for a look at some of these fascinating photographs, the subject of Taylor's new book. Take a step back into the eighteenth century through the photographs and stories of these men and women. Learn about the detective work involved in uncovering these "misplaced" pictures and find out new ways to discover the Revolutionary War generation in your own family. Read more.
Tuesday, April 12, 7pm
In Partnership with the Maine Humanities Council
Kenneth Roberts' Maine: A Reading and Discussion of Arundel
Facilitator: Emerson Baker, Professor of History, Salem State College
Program repeated by popular demand! Join us for an exploration of Arundel, Kenneth Roberts' fictional account of Benedict Arnold's march through Maine to Québec during the American Revolution. Registration is required. For more information or to register, please visit the Maine Humanities Council's website or call MHC at 207-773-5051.
Thursday, April 14, 6-7:30pm
MHS & Osher Map Library present
An Evening at Osher Map Library: Celebrating Printed Maps of Maine
Location: Sam L. Cohen Educational Center of the Osher Map Library at the University of Southern Maine is located at the intersection of Forest Avenue and Bedford Street in Portland.
Dr. Edward Thompson's new book Printed Maps of the District and State of Maine, 1793-1860: An Illustrated and Comparative Study and accompanying exhibit explores the beauty and diversity of Maine maps printed during this period. Join us for an exhibit preview and reception (6-6:30pm), lecture (6:30-7:30pm), and book signing. This program is free but registration is required. To register, please call 774-1822.
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