Upcoming Events 2018
Sat., Sept. 15, 9:30 A.M.: “Cook’s Brook Paddle followed by Bar Mills, Buxton BBQ” - Paddle begins at 9:30 a.m. Paddling is not required to participate in the BBQ, which begins around noon! If paddling, bring your kayak or canoe, your safety gear, sunscreen and water for an excursion up scenic Cook’s Brook, a relaxed flat paddle. We’ll put in at Pleasant Point Park off the Simpson Rd. in Buxton and return to the same spot to take out, then proceed to the Bar Mills residence of Burt & Barbara Pease at 59 Depot St., Bar Mills for an enjoyable BBQ in the barn! Hamburgers, hot dogs and beverage provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share! *Donations always appreciated!
Tues., Sept. 18, 7 P.M.: “Building the American Dream Home by Mail: Kit Houses in Greater Portland” with
architect, Julie Larry, Director of Advocacy for Greater Portland Landmarks. The American Dream of home ownership was fostered by reformers, developers, and building material companies in the early 20th century. This program will discuss the history of kit home manufacturing in this country and illustrate the variety of styles available from manufacturers and the various ways you can identify a kit home. You may even be living in a Sears Catalog House or have in your older home an architectural feature, such as a mantel, purchased by mail. BHHS, 100 Maine St., Bar Mills. *Suggested donations $10; Seniors $8.
Tues., October 16, 7 P.M. Getting in the mood for the often gruesome subject of the Halloween season, we will explore “Reconsidering the Lizzy Borden Murder Case: The Role of Ethnicity and Gender – Explore this 1892 landmark law case & American Society” with Joseph Conforti, author of seven books on New England history and culture and Distinguished Professor of American and New England Studies Emeritus at the University of So. Maine, as he reviews the famous murders and trial, as well as how issues of ethnicity and gender help broaden our understanding of what happened. BHHS, 100 Main St, Bar Mills. *Suggested donations $10; Seniors $8.
Sat., Nov. 3, 5-9 P.M. BHHS ANNUAL MEETING & POTLUCK DINNER: Join members and friends as we break bread together, elect officers for the 2019 year, and enjoy the informative and fascinating program of the evening “The Wabanaki Confederacy: The Wabnaki or “People of the Dawn,” presented by noted teacher and popular historian, Nancy Ponzetti. The Wabnaki are the first people of the area of Northeastern New England and Maritime Canada, living here for over 12,000 years. At one time, there were more than 20 nations of the Wabanaki Confederacy. There are only four nations still in existence in Maine: the Maliseet, Micmac, Passamaquoddy, and Penobscot; more than 16 nations were completely destroyed. To reserve your seat at the table and let us know your potluck contribution, please R.S.V.P. Roberta Ramsdell at 929-4592. *Suggested donation $10; Seniors, $8
*Please note that suggested donations are used to support on-going capital improvements to our new history center building.
Tues., Sept. 18, 7 P.M.: “Building the American Dream Home by Mail: Kit Houses in Greater Portland” with
architect, Julie Larry, Director of Advocacy for Greater Portland Landmarks. The American Dream of home ownership was fostered by reformers, developers, and building material companies in the early 20th century. This program will discuss the history of kit home manufacturing in this country and illustrate the variety of styles available from manufacturers and the various ways you can identify a kit home. You may even be living in a Sears Catalog House or have in your older home an architectural feature, such as a mantel, purchased by mail. BHHS, 100 Maine St., Bar Mills. *Suggested donations $10; Seniors $8.
Tues., October 16, 7 P.M. Getting in the mood for the often gruesome subject of the Halloween season, we will explore “Reconsidering the Lizzy Borden Murder Case: The Role of Ethnicity and Gender – Explore this 1892 landmark law case & American Society” with Joseph Conforti, author of seven books on New England history and culture and Distinguished Professor of American and New England Studies Emeritus at the University of So. Maine, as he reviews the famous murders and trial, as well as how issues of ethnicity and gender help broaden our understanding of what happened. BHHS, 100 Main St, Bar Mills. *Suggested donations $10; Seniors $8.
Sat., Nov. 3, 5-9 P.M. BHHS ANNUAL MEETING & POTLUCK DINNER: Join members and friends as we break bread together, elect officers for the 2019 year, and enjoy the informative and fascinating program of the evening “The Wabanaki Confederacy: The Wabnaki or “People of the Dawn,” presented by noted teacher and popular historian, Nancy Ponzetti. The Wabnaki are the first people of the area of Northeastern New England and Maritime Canada, living here for over 12,000 years. At one time, there were more than 20 nations of the Wabanaki Confederacy. There are only four nations still in existence in Maine: the Maliseet, Micmac, Passamaquoddy, and Penobscot; more than 16 nations were completely destroyed. To reserve your seat at the table and let us know your potluck contribution, please R.S.V.P. Roberta Ramsdell at 929-4592. *Suggested donation $10; Seniors, $8
*Please note that suggested donations are used to support on-going capital improvements to our new history center building.