Textile artist Kathie Hills will discuss the art and craft of hooking rugs and their significance to the local area in a presentation at the Chapman-Hall House in Damariscotta on Sunday, August 6, from 12:00 - 4:00 pm. A skilled designer, Mrs. Hills will demonstrate the craft and exhibit pieces she has created.   Mrs. Hills learned the craft from ...

  Lincoln County Historical Association is pleased to announce the publication of the first facsimile edition of Susannah Carter's "The Frugal Housewife," first published in Boston  by Edes and Gill in 1772. Our copy has an unbroken provenance since Major Samuel Goodwin bought it on Aug. 28, 1772 , through his family and descendants until it came into the ownership ...

Fun for the whole family with a bit of history. Past years have included face painting, balloon artist, caricaturist, pie contest, re-enactors from Colonial Maine Living History Association, tours of the court house (free for Dresden residents) wagon rides, local crafters, music and grilled hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage plus drinks & dessert! Stay tuned for the 2023 line up!