Maine Historical Society
June 10, 2013
DIGITAL HISTORY
Stories from Maine Memory Network
 
Online Exhibit:  

A Town Is Born: South Bristol, 1915

 
The Summit House Hotel in South Bristol village, ca. 1910 - MMN #79563
This new online exhibit by the South Bristol Historical Society, and fifth grade students from the South Bristol School, looks back nearly a century to the moment when South Bristol broke away from Bristol. Geography, economy, tourism, and infrastructure all played a part in the decision to separate the towns. Be sure to check out the slideshow that details the scope of the project, and how it was embedded in the school's curriculum.

View the exhibit here
THIS WEEK

There are no scheduled programs for the week of June 10.
 
Spring & Summer Programs 

  

NEXT WEEK
Wednesday, June 19, 12:00pm
Intro to MHS: Museum Collections, Recent Acquisitions, and PastPerfect Online
Facilitator: Holly Hurd-Forsyth, MHS Registrar
Click here for details


Saturday, June 22, 12-4pm
Vintage Baseball Games at SMCC Athletic Fields, Fort Road, South Portland
Presented by MHS, Cape Elizabeth Historical Preservation Society, and South Portland Historical Society

Join us for vintage baseball games played according to the rules and customs of the 1860s. The teams are the Essex Base Ball Club of Massachusetts versus the Dirigo Vintage Base Ball Club of Augusta. These clubs were founded by people who love to play the game, and have a passion for baseball's compelling history.

Between games, spectators and families will have the opportunity to interact with players and ask questions. Bring a picnic, some chairs, and your friends for a fun afternoon!

Thanks to our sponsors Investment Management & Consulting Group and residential broker John Babin of Coldwell Banker.

Click here for details, or download the flyer here.
COMING SOON
 
Thursday, June 27, 5-7pm
Museum Opening and Reception for This Rebellion: Maine and the Civil War
For MHS Members Only (Become a member now!) 

Click here for details.

This exhibit opens to the public on Friday, June 28.  
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