by barharborhistorical | Aug 14, 2022 | Past Programs
Enjoy an illustrated talk by David Schildkret on the history of the “vibrant summer music scene” on Mount Desert Island. Mr. Schildkret explored hymn-singing, social music-making, town bands, and the presence of world-class concert artists at Bar Harbor’s Building of...
by barharborhistorical | Aug 14, 2022 | Past Programs
Watch as Jennifer Booher presents her latest research on the design and construction of the St. Edward’s Convent (former home of the Bar Harbor Historical Society) on Ledgelawn Avenue. St. Edward’s was designed by Milton Stratton of Bar Harbor and...
by barharborhistorical | Jul 31, 2022 | Past Programs
Using archival evidence and her deep knowledge of local oral history, Debbie Dyer explored the history of “Rodick Island” (Bar Island) from Mr. Pineo and his kennels, to the fish weirs and Canoe Club on the shore line.
by barharborhistorical | Jul 31, 2022 | Past Programs
Enjoy the concert held at La Rochelle Mansion and Museum! The Green Mountain Ceili Band features David Rapkievian on fiddle, Jim Vekasi on mandolin, Kevin Stone on button accordion, and Dave Quinby on string bass.
by barharborhistorical | Jul 31, 2022 | Past Programs
While the formal embassies stood in Washington, D.C, the capital city’s sweltering climate drove many American politicians and foreign diplomats out of the city during the summer months of the pre-World War I era. During this period, Bar Harbor was a popular...
by barharborhistorical | Jul 31, 2022 | Articles
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by barharborhistorical | Jul 31, 2022 | Articles
by barharborhistorical | Jul 31, 2022 | Articles
