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What's in a Picture?

A new book proves that vintage photos can tell not only what life in Maine was like in the past but help provide insight into the Maine way of life today. Read more »


Authors Write about the Maine Experience

Essays from Maine authors about what it's like to live and write in Maine Read more »


Richard Russo

Richard Russo’s new book, A Healing Touch: True Stories of Life, Death, and Hospice, represents a departure for the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Empire Falls. This time he turns to non-fiction to win funds and attention for the... Read more »


Coastal architecture:
'At Home by the Sea' captures the finest

Award-winning photographer Brian Vanden Brink's unique view on coastal architecture and decor. Read more »


Make Way for Ducklings Maine Style

Boatyard Ducklings is reminiscent of the McCloskey classic, but the ducks make their home in a dinghy on the coast of Maine rather than in a city pond Read more »

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Why is Maine So Bookish?

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What's in a Picture?

A new book proves that vintage photos can tell not only what life in Maine was like in the past but help provide insight into the Maine way of life today. Read more »


Ten Tips for Taking Great Maine Photographs

A published photographer shares his top secrets for snapping memorable pictures of Maine. Read more »

Down East Authors Take Five

Ten Tips for Taking Great Maine Photographs

A published photographer shares his top secrets for snapping memorable pictures of Maine. Read more »


Daydreams, Music, and Train Tracks

Train to Maine illustrator Rebecca Reed reveals her sources of inspiration. (And a schedule of special rides Aug. 2.) Read more »


Curtains Up!

Writer Rebecca Sawyer-Fay and photographer Lynn Karlin say it's still a thrill to discover new Maine gardens. Read more »


Five Fine Attributes of Stunning Seaside Homes

Maine's premier architectural photographer Brian Vanden Brink zooms in on common characteristics shared by uncommonly lovely homes. His new book, At Home By the Sea: Houses Designed for Living at the Water's Edge (written by Bruce Snider... Read more »


Do You Remember the First Time You Saw Sugarloaf?

Author John Christie shares memories of the mountain and asks you to do the same here. Read more »

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Share Your Stamps

Send us your favorite stamps celebrating Maine. Read more »


Sea Glass

Turning a walk along the beach into a voyage of discovery Read more »


Signs of The Times

Thomaston has taken it upon itself to reinvent the walking tour — and other towns are taking notice. Read more »


Where & Why:
West Quoddy Head Light

A Beacon for Heavy Shipping Traffic -- 200 Years Ago Read more »


Penobscot Marine Museum

Maine's oldest maritime museum consistently captivates visitors. Read more »

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Brushstrokes
Brushstrokes

Antique chair restoration. Read more »

Brushstrokes
Why Paint? Why Not!

Painted Treasures gives new color to vintage furniture. Read more »


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Why Organic?

Don't assume pesticides are safe to use. Read more »


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08.28.2008 to 09.06.2008

Lundeen loved his wife of forty-one years so much, but he never told her. Now he’s come back as a ghost to do so, except she can’t see him or...

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This exhibit, curated by the museum’s co-chief scientists, Paula Work and David Work, shows the many facets of the museum’s science...

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