Category Archives: Places

World War I Memorial Dedication, AmVets’ Hall (circa 1931)

Posted on November 11, 2026 by Don Taylor

A circa-1931 snapshot capturing the unveiling of Scarborough’s WWI memorial stone at the AmVets’ Hall (Sullivan Scamman Post) in Dunstan — its original location before the 1963 move next to the Civil War monument, and its present home at Monument Park. Pictured, backs turned, are veterans Harry E. Welch and Ralph D. Sargent, alongside Rev. Rensel Colby. Continue reading →

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Oak Hill Primary Class Photo, 89.9.2009 (circa 1941)

Posted on September 5, 2026 by Don Taylor

A circa-1941 class photo from Oak Hill Primary School, showing a teacher with 12 girls seated in front and 13 boys standing behind. Three students have been tentatively identified — Nancy Libbey, Margaret Wright, and possibly Sarah Wyman — can you help name the rest? Continue reading →

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1827 Libby Family Deed Now Available

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Don Taylor

This deed, dated October 16, 1827, records Hiram and Mary Libby of Scarborough conveying to Nehemiah Libby (also of Scarborough) all of Mary’s inherited right, title, and interest in the estate of her late grandmother, Abigail Libby. Abigail, formerly the … Continue reading →

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Two More Photos from the 1922 North Scarborough School Event

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Don Taylor

Two newly examined photographs from the 1922 North Scarborough School event reveal children and staff. Through careful clothing analysis, both undated, unnamed images have been confidently identified and dated, adding valuable context to the Historical Society’s growing archive of early Scarborough school life. Continue reading →

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Faces from the Past: Coal Kiln Corners School Students, circa 1920.

Posted on May 5, 2026 by Don Taylor

Scarborough, Maine – Circa 1920SHS Photo Collection #2014.17.02By Don Taylor The Scarborough Historical Society holds many photographs of Scarborough’s early schools. These images preserve not only the buildings but also the students and teachers who formed the heart of those … Continue reading →

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