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Readfield History - All 3 Classes
with Dale Potter-Clark
Sep 27, 2017 at 6:30 pm, runs for 3 weeks Industry in Early Readfield - September 27, 2017
History of the Readfield Community Library Building - Oct. 18, 2017
Kents Hill: From Farmland to Village - November 15, 2017
Our presenter and local historian, Dale Potter-Clark, is a founding member and consultant for the Readfield Historical Society and co-leader of the Readfield history walks. Dale’s family has lived in Readfield for over 10 generations. All of her presentations will be held at Maranacook Community High School, and proceeds will be applied to Readfield’s “Museum in the Streets ®”, historical site markers’ fund.
Student Feedback:
“Very interesting local history. Dale does a great job!”
“Dale’s class was very interesting. I learned so much and was held spellbound.”
“Dale’s presentations are well organized, thorough and her dynamic style holds my attention.”
Course will run
Readfield History: Industry in Early Readfield - Repeat by Popular Demand!
with Dale Potter-Clark
Sep 27, 2017 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week Is it hard to imagine the quiet rural community of Readfield as a busy industrial center? Industry began in early Readfield at various locations throughout town. In particular, East Readfield and Factory Square became busy industrial hubs. In this presentation participants will learn about Readfield’s early settlement and travel; natural resources applicable to early industry; the evolution of industry in Readfield, locations of the mills and factories and about some of the manufacturers.
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: MCHS
Registration: $12.50 or all 3 presentations for $30
Our presenter and local historian, Dale PotterClark, is a founding member and consultant for the Readfield Historical Society and co-leader of the Readfield history walks. Dale’s family has lived in Readfield for over 10 generations. All of her presentations will be held at Maranacook Community High School, and proceeds will be applied to Readfield’s “Museum in the Streets ®”, historical site markers’ fund.
Student Feedback:
“Very interesting local history. Dale does a great job!”
“Dale’s class about summer resorts and kids’ camps was very interesting. I learned so much and was held spellbound.”
“Dale’s presentations are well organized, thorough and her dynamic style holds my attention.”
Readfield Treasure: The Union Meeting House - New Date!
with Marius Peladeau
Oct 25, 2017 at 7 pm, runs for 1 week Why has this beautiful building in the middle of Readfield been designated “a national landmark”? The president of the Board will give a history of the building, its famous murals, and its nearly 200 year history. Please call to register, or sign up online.
Instructor: Marius B. Peladeau
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Time: 7-8 pm
Location: MCHS
Registration: Donations welcome at door for Restoration of the Meeting House