This Week at MHS: Maine Patriots and Genealogy Workshop

Illustration from Longfellow's Poem, Paul Revere's Ride, ca. 1880

Online Exhibit:

As we celebrate Patriot's Day, we remember not only Lexington and Concord, but also Maine's role in the early battles of the American Revolution. Through letters, engravings, and maps, this online exhibit explores some of the events of 1775, including disputes between patriots and loyalists, escalating conflicts in Falmouth (Portland) and Machias, and Benedict Arnold's march through Maine to Quebéc. View the exhibit.

Programs This Week

Saturday, April 23, 10-11:30am

Genealogy Workshop: Using AmericanAncestors.org

Presenter: Ryan Woods, Director, Internet Technology, New

England Historic Genealogical Society

Join us for an insider's look into the New England Historic Genealogical Society's new flagship website, AmericanAncestors.org. This extensive online genealogical resource has more than 3,000 digitized collections and more than 135 million records covering New England, New York, and other areas of family research dating back to 1620. This workshop will offer strategies for maximizing your search experience as well cover tips and techniques for navigation and personalizing your online experience.

Registration is required. Fee: MHS Members: $15; Non-Members: $25. To register, please call 774-1822.

Upcoming Programs

Friday May 6, 5-8pm

First Friday Art Walk and opening reception of new show in the Lecture Hall Gallery, Images of the Longfellow Garden. Details online.

Saturday, May 7, 5-11pm

Mad Hatter Affair. Details listed below and online.

Saturday May 14, 7:30am - 8pm

Genealogy Research Trip to Boston. Registration and details online.

Thursday, May 19, 7pm

The Annual Olmstead Lecture. The Longfellow Gardens: The Evolution of Two Landmarks. Details online.