On MDI, off the coast of Maine, our man observes the Rockefellers at rest and decides to go native. The description of Island & customs are great. Published on GQ, September 1991
Description: On MDI, off the coast of Maine, our man observes the Rockefellers at rest and decides to go native. The description of Island & customs are great. Published on GQ, September 1991
Scanned photographs, prints and letters of booklet presented to William Otis Sawtelle from H. Warren, C. Kincaid, and S. White, aka Three Island Painters (TIPS) who had a gallery in "Blue Duck", now the Islesford Historical Museum.
Description: Scanned photographs, prints and letters of booklet presented to William Otis Sawtelle from H. Warren, C. Kincaid, and S. White, aka Three Island Painters (TIPS) who had a gallery in "Blue Duck", now the Islesford Historical Museum.
Handwritten on onionskin. Summary history of Somesville written for Northeast Harbor Women's Club. Note states the original was to be kept in Belle Knowles's safe.
Description: Handwritten on onionskin. Summary history of Somesville written for Northeast Harbor Women's Club. Note states the original was to be kept in Belle Knowles's safe.
A survey and inventory of Somesville completed for the National Register of Historic Places; provided by the Maine Historic Preservation Committee and conducted by the U.S. Park Service.
Description: A survey and inventory of Somesville completed for the National Register of Historic Places; provided by the Maine Historic Preservation Committee and conducted by the U.S. Park Service.
A soft covered red notebook containing a copy from Maine State Archives listing (A21IR20:4-8 Box44) settlers on the part of MDI granted to John Bernard. Comments & lists have been copied by R. Pyle
Description: A soft covered red notebook containing a copy from Maine State Archives listing (A21IR20:4-8 Box44) settlers on the part of MDI granted to John Bernard. Comments & lists have been copied by R. Pyle
This is a second in a series of Occasional Papers to be published under the auspices of the Islesford Historical Society. It was given to Anne Haynes who gave it to the Northeast Harbor Library.
Description: This is a second in a series of Occasional Papers to be published under the auspices of the Islesford Historical Society. It was given to Anne Haynes who gave it to the Northeast Harbor Library.
A blue pamphlet containing a bicentennial speech written and delivered by Robert Suminsby. It contains some history of the town and a great deal of "colorful" notes of folks.
Description: A blue pamphlet containing a bicentennial speech written and delivered by Robert Suminsby. It contains some history of the town and a great deal of "colorful" notes of folks.
Town Report (covers missing) of all the selectmen , Board of Health, Road Commissioner, Overseer of the Poor, Treasurer and Collector, Town Clerk, School Committee & Superintendent.
Description: Town Report (covers missing) of all the selectmen , Board of Health, Road Commissioner, Overseer of the Poor, Treasurer and Collector, Town Clerk, School Committee & Superintendent.
The Neighborhood House has been linked to the Mt Desert Festival of Chamber Music since 1963. There has been many changes in the hall, but music has been uninterrupted.
Description: The Neighborhood House has been linked to the Mt Desert Festival of Chamber Music since 1963. There has been many changes in the hall, but music has been uninterrupted.
A talk presented by Judith S. Goldstein at the Claremont Hotel 8/10/2000, to share some thoughts about the history of Mount Desert and the interaction of Tourists and Residents.
Description: A talk presented by Judith S. Goldstein at the Claremont Hotel 8/10/2000, to share some thoughts about the history of Mount Desert and the interaction of Tourists and Residents.
An explanation of 1990 Budget and March 5th Town Meeting, including The Warrant, a Comprehensive Plan Committee, Sewer Use Fees & Property Tax Exemptions.
Description: An explanation of 1990 Budget and March 5th Town Meeting, including The Warrant, a Comprehensive Plan Committee, Sewer Use Fees & Property Tax Exemptions.
A Thumbnail History of Wadsworth Park in Northeast Harbor. The Park is a mission to the village in Northeast Harbor by the Union Church and is the property of the church.
Description: A Thumbnail History of Wadsworth Park in Northeast Harbor. The Park is a mission to the village in Northeast Harbor by the Union Church and is the property of the church.
In 1995, Kathryn Suminsby & her husband Robert, life long & year -round residents of Northeast Harbor, placed a conservation easement on their Somes Sound property .
Description: In 1995, Kathryn Suminsby & her husband Robert, life long & year -round residents of Northeast Harbor, placed a conservation easement on their Somes Sound property .
"It is a special tribute to the town of Bar Harbor, a diverse community surrounded by extraordinary scenery that inspired the original name, Eden. The magazine focuses on the rich heritage that created this community - how the town evolved from a fishing and farming community to a summer haven for wealthy socialites to a first-class tourist destination." Articles in this issue include: 1. A town they called Eden 2. Living on the Rocks 3. Boating to Bar Harbor 4. Bar Harbor's First Settlers 5. An island on fire 6. An education in ecology 7. Searching for a rustic life 8. A Cottage culture 9. A tale of Two Labs 10. Acaidia: One of America's Jewels 11. A friendly group 12. A bright future 13. Maps of Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island Magazine available in the Archives.
Description: "It is a special tribute to the town of Bar Harbor, a diverse community surrounded by extraordinary scenery that inspired the original name, Eden. The magazine focuses on the rich heritage that created this community - how the town evolved from a fishing and farming community to a summer haven for wealthy socialites to a first-class tourist destination." Articles in this issue include: 1. A town they called Eden 2. Living on the Rocks 3. Boating to Bar Harbor 4. Bar Harbor's First Settlers 5. An island on fire 6. An education in ecology 7. Searching for a rustic life 8. A Cottage culture 9. A tale of Two Labs 10. Acaidia: One of America's Jewels 11. A friendly group 12. A bright future 13. Maps of Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island Magazine available in the Archives. [show more]
Description: Explaining formation of towns & dates these occurred. It also gives a more detailed description of the Town of Mount Desert & services offered.
Ecological and demographical notes in the development of Sutton Island; families include Lancaster, Wheelwright, Burnham, King, Gilley, Moore, Hawtin, & Stimson.
Description: Ecological and demographical notes in the development of Sutton Island; families include Lancaster, Wheelwright, Burnham, King, Gilley, Moore, Hawtin, & Stimson.
Brief notes of Hattie Springer about several homes & properties on Sutton Island. Families names: Moore, Lamb, Bunker, Wheelwright, Gilley, Lancaster, & Black
Description: Brief notes of Hattie Springer about several homes & properties on Sutton Island. Families names: Moore, Lamb, Bunker, Wheelwright, Gilley, Lancaster, & Black