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History

Maine was at one time part of Massachusetts. It became its own state in 1820, becoming the 23rd state admitted to the United States of America, although its northern borders were not finalized until 1842.

Historical Societies

  • Directory of Maine statewide and local historical societies.

Historic Sites

  • State-owned Historic Sites
  • Northern Maine Historic sites
  • Greater Portland Landmarks
  • Quoddy Loop Museums and Historic Sites
  • St. Croix Island International Historic Site

Maine State Museums and Archives

  • Maine State Museum
  • Maine Archives Website

Maine History - General

  • A Detailed Maine History for Kids
  • Maine History Timeline for Kids
  • Maine Memory Network
    Maine's statewide digital museum, archive, and educational resource.

Maine Native American History

  • Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians
  • Passamaquoddy Tribe
  • Penobscot Nation

Maine History - Government Officials, 1820-Present

  • Governors of Maine
  • Maine Attorneys General
  • Maine Secretaries of State
  • Maine Supreme Court Justices
  • Presidents of the Maine Senate
  • Speakers of the Maine House of Representatives
  • State Treasurers
  • US Representatives from Maine
  • US Senators from Maine

Maine History - Military/Civil War

  • Maine Civil War History, Records, and Photos
  • Aroostook War Records
  • Revolutionary War Land Grant and Pension Applications
  • World War I Records

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