the History of Aroostook County
StoryMaps
World War I in Central Aroostook County Newspapers
This StoryMap explains how local newspapers give us a glimpse into the past, particularly World War I. World War I in Aroostook County Newspapers...
Symbolism in Central Aroostook County Cemeteries
Gravestones often feature images, symbols, and writing that provide insight into the lives of the individuals buried there. explains the meaning of...
The Sugar Beet Fiasco
This StoryMap explains the precarious nature of farming in Central Aroostook County in the 1960s and 1970s. Sugar Beet Fiasco Lesson Plan
Epitaphs in Central Aroostook County Cemeteries
Epitaphs serve an important role. They provide information and reflect emotions and thoughts about death and the afterlife. Explore the purpose of...
Molly Ockett As a Folkloric Figure
The Abanaki medicine woman, Mary Agatha – more commonly known as Molly Ockett – is a real figure from Maine’s history. Born around 1740, Molly lived...
Lost Maysville
Uncovering the past of an area helps us understand and reevaluate our surroundings, and the way things developed. This is the story of the almost...
Aroostook County Folklore: “And It Was This Big”
Unlike fictional stories or religious tales that either entertain us or help support a sense of identity, folktales are the everyday stories we tell...
The Supernatural In Aroostook County Folklore
The County’s Folklore focuses on Devils, Witches, and the Supernatural Entities of Aroostook County. County Folklore Supernatural Lesson Plan 1...
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