Thanks to everyone who attended the Chebeague Island Historical Society’s Harvest Open House on Sunday, 10/22.
Be sure to join our November lecture on 11/27 at 7PM via Zoom. Earle Shettleworth, 6th State Historian, will speak on “A Century of Portland Artists 1820 – 1920”.
Greetings! The Board of Trustees of the Chebeague Island Historical Society is planning for its future, and we are asking for your input. Following is a link to an online survey. Please take a few minutes and let us know your thoughts and ideas.
Please click this link (https://forms.gle/X4juN92Y3q1zHBS96) to take the CIHS Survey. If you cannot click the link, please copy and paste the address into an internet browser.
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
We hope you can join us
The CIHS 150th Anniversary Celebration of District 9 Schoolhouse is on Sunday, August 13th under the tent at the CIHS Museum. The tickets are going fast for this exciting event—but there is still time to get yours and join us! The afternoon festivities (1PM to 3PM) are free and will include a rededication of the building, entertainment, remembrances, activities for kids, book signings, music, refreshments and more. Evening activities (5PM to 9:30PM) cost $85 per ticket and will include an old-fashioned lobster bake with entertainment provided by a jazz band with a nationally known vocalist. BYOB. More information is available on Facebook and our website. Tickets may be purchased at the Museum Shop in person or by calling 207-846-5237 during regular museum hours. Please see our August Newsletter below
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
Chebeague Island Historical Society has some special events planned for this summer! On July 24th we will be visited by Dwayne Tomah – the youngest fluent speaker of the Passamaquoddy Tribe’s language. Dwayne will share Passamaquoddy songs and dance – and be performing! On August 13th we will host a 150thanniversary celebration of the District 9 Schoolhouse – our home. Lots of activities are planned – including a band and lobster bake. See our July newsletter for more information here.
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
CIHS Annual Members Meeting is 6/10 at 7 PM at the Hall and on Zoom. Zoom ID is 829 6247 6056. No password is required. Please join us.
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
Raffle tickets for the CIHS Fine Art Giclee Raffle, to benefit the Museum of Chebeague History, are on sale at the Museum Shop."
MAKING CONNECTIONS AT COLEMAN'S COVE
with Donnal Miller Damon - Chebeague Island Historical Society
Free Walking Tour Saturday, May 6 at 11:00 AM
Estimated duration: 90 minutes
For the second year, the Chebeague Island Historical Society is participating in Jane's Walk, an international day that celebrates community by encouraging people to learn more about the place they live. Last year the CIHS toured the East End, and this year participants will have an opportunity to learn more about the evolution of the Coleman Cove Neighborhood. There is no fee for a Jane's Walk.
If you plan to join the walk, please pre register by sending an email to Chebeaguehistory@gmail.com to make sure we have enough handouts. The walk is limited to no more than 20 people. We will host another tour at a later date, if there is enough interest.
Coleman's Cove has a long fishing history, but it was also a transportation hub—home to two steamboat wharves. In addition, there was once a store, a boarding house, a gas pump, and almost a church! While erosion threatens the road and a shell midden, part of the Cove is protected by a conservation easement and public access to a sand beach adjacent to a deep water anchorage. Join the walk and learn about this neighborhood’s connected history!
Accessibility: This is a walking tour but is accessible by golf cart if required.
Starting and ending point: The intersection of South Road and South Shore Drive.
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
Title: Indigenous Midden Project Discussion March 19
If you have wondered about the people who inhabited Chebeague for 4000 years before the Europeans come to the Hall on Sunday March 19 at 1 pm. The CIHS has partnered with USM and other interested parties to learn more about the Indigenous people who lived here before the Europeans arrived. The first meeting took place last summer. This meeting will feature a USM archeologist and will focus on a project that will take place next fall. All are welcome!
Name: Donna Damon
Email: chebeaguehistory@gmail.com
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
Please Join Us !
on zoom.us meeting ID 82962476056
Thanks to all of those who attended our Lecture Series. If you’ve missed any -check them out on our website
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
Happy Summer from the Historical Society!
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
Happy Summer from the Historical Society! We know you are all looking forward to our exhibit “Growing Up on Chebeague”. Sadly, we have to postpone its opening until mid-July. We will keep you updated! Find July’s newsletter here
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters.
If you go to last month's newsletter, you can see the Mystery Photo. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
