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1007Asticou Terraces, Thuya Lodge & Thuya GardenAsticou Terraces Pictorial Map, 1973
  • Map
  • Nature, Animals
  • Nature, Animals, Birds
  • Places, Garden
  • Recreation
  • Phillips, Augustus D.
  • Augustus Phillips and Son
  • 1973
Description:
Thuya Lodge was constructed from 1912-1916 by Boston architect Joseph H. Curtis. The Asticou Terraces were designed by Curtis as a series of paths and shelters from Peabody Drive up to the Lodge. The Garden was constructed and designed in 1956-1961 by Charles K. Savage, trustee of the property upon Curtis' death. Curtis was a summer resident of Northeast Harbor, ME and chose to give Asticou Terraces, Thuya Lodge, and Thuya Garden to the public. A memorial to Curtis is now found on the grounds. Pictorial map of the Asticou Terraces and the Thuya Lodge and Garden showing the grounds as well as the placement and type of trees. Buildings and animals are also drawn on the map. People Mentioned: Joseph H. Curtis, Paul G. Favour Jr. 1 in. = 20 ft. [show more]
1028Freeman House with Buggy Stereograph
  • Image, Photograph, Photographic Print
  • Recreation
  • Structures, Commercial, Lodging, Hotel
  • Allen
  • 1865 c.
Description:
Freeman House with a buggy in the driveway, in Southwest Harbor, ME, c. 1860s. Inscription on the back reads "R. H. Hyson" in blue pen. Black and white
1044LaRue Spiker and Friend Picnic on Little Cranberry Photograph, 1980
  • Image, Photograph, Photographic Print
  • People
  • Recreation
  • Structures, Transportation, Marine Landing, Dock
  • Daniell, George
  • 1980
Description:
LaRue Spiker and an unidentified friend sit in a docked boat for a picnic on Little Cranberry Island. A note on the back of the photograph from the photographer George Daniell to Spiker explains the excursion. Daniell also invites Spiker to view other photographs and works of art when she comes to visit him. Inscription on back is a message to LaRue Spiker from the photographer, George Daniell, in red pen. People Depicted: LaRue Spiker Black and white [show more]
1046Winter Carnival Photograph
  • Image, Photograph, Photographic Print
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
  • Recreation
  • Spiker, LaRue
Description:
Richard Savage, Jim McLeod, and an unidentified man give two children a ride in a tractor with a snow plow at a winter carnival. Sticker on back identifies some of the individuals in the photograph. Inscription on the back of the photograph reads "Winter Carnival/ Spiker" in black pen. People Depicted: Richard Savage, Jim McLeod Black and white
1048The Wednesday Spinners Loading a Boat in Islesford Photograph
  • Image, Photograph, Photographic Print
  • Object, Spinning Wheel
  • Other, Maritime
  • People
  • Recreation
  • Vessels, Boat
  • Spiker, LaRue
Description:
The "Wednesday Spinners" load their spinning wheels and bags onto a boat in Islesford. Inscription on back reads "Islesfcord town/ The Wednesday Spinners/ Spiker" in blue pen, "01 III" in blue marker, and "100%" in green marker. Black and white
1050Women with Horse and Carriage Photograph
  • Image, Photograph, Photographic Print
  • Nature, Animals, Horses
  • People
  • Recreation
  • Transportation, Carriage
Description:
Two women with hats in a carriage pulled by a horse. Black and white
1145Deep Sea Fishing Boats at Bar Harbor Negative, 1961
  • Image, Photograph, Negative
  • Other, Maritime
  • Recreation
  • Structures, Transportation, Marine Landing, Pier
  • Vessels, Boat, Sailboat
  • Vessels, Commercial Fishing Vessel
  • Ballard, W. H.
  • 1961
Description:
Deep sea fishing boats "Osprey" and "Acadian" at the docks in Bar Harbor, ME. Black and white
1152Deep Sea Fishing Boat Negative, 1961 (1)
  • Image, Photograph, Negative
  • Other, Maritime
  • Recreation
  • Vessels, Commercial Fishing Vessel
  • Ballard, W. H.
  • 1961
Description:
Deep sea fishing boat from Frenchman Bay Boating Company in Bar Harbor, ME out on the water. Black and white
1153Deep Sea Fishing Boat "Osprey" Negative, 1961
  • Image, Photograph, Negative
  • Businesses, Fishery Business
  • Other, Maritime
  • Recreation
  • Vessels, Commercial Fishing Vessel
  • Ballard, W. H.
  • 1961
Description:
Deep sea fishing boat "Osprey" from Frenchman Bay Boating Company in Bar Harbor, ME out on the water. Black and white
1154Deep Sea Fishing Boat Negative, 1961 (2)
  • Image, Photograph, Negative
  • Businesses, Fishery Business
  • Other, Maritime
  • Recreation
  • Vessels, Commercial Fishing Vessel
  • Ballard, W. H.
  • 1961
Description:
Deep sea fishing boat from Frenchman Bay Boating Company in Bar Harbor, ME out on the water. Black and white
1155Deep Sea Fishing Boat Negative, 1961 (3)
  • Image, Photograph, Negative
  • Businesses, Fishery Business
  • Other, Maritime
  • Recreation
  • Vessels, Commercial Fishing Vessel
  • Ballard, W. H.
  • 1961
Description:
Deep sea fishing boat from Frenchman Bay Boating Company in Bar Harbor, ME out on the water. Black and white
1156Deep Sea Fishing Boat Negative, 1961 (4)
  • Image, Photograph, Negative
  • Businesses, Fishery Business
  • Other, Maritime
  • Recreation
  • Vessels, Commercial Fishing Vessel
  • Ballard, W. H.
  • 1961
Description:
Deep sea fishing boat from Frenchman Bay Boating Company in Bar Harbor, ME out on the water. Black and white
2499Green Mountain Carriage Road
  • Object, Ticket, Transportation Ticket
  • Recreation
Description:
“Green Mountain Carriage Road. Complimentary Ticket. Not Transferable. Good for season of 1888.” The name written on it is, “Mr. J.W. Somes & Sadie[?]” On the back is written, “E. T Hanes [?]” Previously archived as 016.FIC.001.10
2755Boy Publisher Keeps Sports Fans in the Know
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Newsletters
  • Recreation, Sports
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Ellsworth American
  • 1978
Description:
Single page article with photograph featuring Jay Ramsdell, 13-year-old sports reporter. Jay wrote and edited a bimonthly newsletter on major sports teams and began a New England Patriots fan club. Previously archived as 012.FIC.047.2
2929Basketball on MDI: Hoops Around the Island, a panel discussion, April 16,, 2009, Somesville Firehouse, Somesville, Maine.
  • Publication, Literary, Reminiscence
  • Object, Basketball Gear, Basketball
  • Recreation, Sports
  • Miller, Kathy
  • 04/16/2009
Description:
A History evening, sponsored by MDI Historical Society, Basketball on MDI:Hoops Around the Island, held on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at the Somesville Firehouse.
3113Mount Desert Island Yacht Club Annual Report
  • Document, Report, Annual Report
  • Organizations
  • Other, Clubs
  • Other, Transportation - water
  • Recreation
  • 1/1/1952
Description:
Mount Desert Yacht Club Annual 1951-1952. white booklet with flag on the cover. includes photographs, members, treasurer’s report, standing
3145Acadia National Park, Maine Brochure
  • Document, Pamphlet
  • Other, History - Mount Desert Island
  • Other, Tourism
  • Recreation
  • 1933
Description:
Acadia National Park, Maine. General Information regarding Acadia National Park, Maine, written by the United States Department of the Interior National Park Service, distrubuted at the Mount Desert Chamber of Commerce. Published by The United States Government Printing Office. Washington, 1933. 20 pages. Previously archived as 016.FIC.001.1
3179Shot Bag
  • Object, Armaments, Shot Bag
  • Other, Bullets
  • Other, Shooting
  • Recreation, Hunting
Description:
Leather shot bag bound around neck of green glass bottle. Neck stuffed with hemp. Dark brown leather. Edges stitched together. Small worn patch.
3244Powder Measure
  • Object, Armaments, Powder Measure
  • Other, Bullets
  • Recreation, Hunting
  • c 1890
Description:
Wooden handle with metal cup on end for measuring gun powder. Marked, “B.G.F., 1890. Pat. Feb 25. Powder shot DRS 2 1/2 to 1 oz.”
3248Powder Horn
  • Object, Armaments, Powder Horn
  • Other, Bullets
  • Recreation, Hunting
Description:
Powder Horn 12.75 inches in length. Wooden stopper with wooden peg in center holding string of approx. 1.5 inches, with knot at end.
3250Powder Horn
  • Object, Armaments, Powder Horn
  • Other, Bullets
  • Recreation, Hunting
Description:
Wooden stopper attached with brass nails. Made of animal horn.
3251Powder Horn
  • Object, Armaments, Powder Horn
  • Other, Bullets
  • Recreation, Hunting
  • 1770c.
Description:
Wooden cap nailed on each end. Marked G. Freeman 1770, H.G. Somes 1870. Donor info - this is the well known Somes Powder horn. Morris Somes was to be the next to sign.
3252Powder Flask
  • Object, Armaments, Powder Flask
  • Other, Bullets
  • Recreation, Hunting
  • c 1850
Description:
Narrow neck. Design on side - two pistols crossed, stars, eagle carrying spears and shield, two flags, 16 stars, cannon balls and anchor. Similar to those made by the American Flask and Cap Co. during the 1850s.
3433Bullet Mold
  • Object, Armaments, Bullet Mold
  • Other, Bullets
  • Recreation, Hunting
  • unknown
Description:
Shaped like small tongs with mold at end. Some rust. Makes 5/8” bullet.
4566J. Darling Hunter and Guide
  • Document, Advertising, Advertisement
  • Other, Tourism
  • Recreation
  • 8/11/1880
Description:
Typed copy of Bar Harbor Tourist advertisement for J. Darling hunter and guide - Jordan Pond Canoe and Guides.