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Our mission is to enrich lives by keeping Freeport's past present.

08/28/2026

🗝️ Curiosities & Collectables is almost here! 🗝️

Got a treasure you'd love to know more about? Bring it to Harrington House on Sept 12, 9am–noon and get the inside scoop from local antique experts from: Casco Bay Auctions , M.A. Storck Co , and Sisco Antiques!

💰 $20/item ($15 for FHS members)

We can't wait to see what you bring! ✨

08/24/2026

Want to know more about those antiques and family heirlooms you have in your home? Interested in some idea of what they may be worth?

Join FHS on Sept. 12, from 9 - noon at Harrington House for "Curiosities and Collectibles." We're partnering with local experts from Casco Bay Auctions, M.A. Storck, and Sisco Antiques to put on an event where you can get more information and an estimation of value for $20/item. (FHS Members get a discount!)

For those of you who might be interested in selling items, there will be antique dealers on hand to talk to.

See you there!

**This event is an independent community appraisal day. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or associated with the BBC or PBS television program 'Antiques Roadshow'**

08/19/2026

Independence Day — August 19, 1776

For Freeport and all the towns of ancient North Yarmouth, today is Independence Day: the day the Declaration of Independence was received and first read publicly to citizens gathered at the original meetinghouse on what is now Route 88 in Yarmouth.

Rev. Tristram Gilman read the Declaration aloud after church services, as Massachusetts had ordered every minister to do upon its arrival. Town Clerk David Mitchell then transcribed it into the town records, also as ordered — the entry is preserved today at the North Yarmouth Historical Society.

Photo: North Yarmouth, ME Town Records and Vitals 1733–1784. Page 251. Manuscript collection. Screen capture by FHS Staff. Courtesy of the North Yarmouth Historical Society.

07/31/2026

"Did you know a FHS membership can get you into museums across the country — for free?"

FHS is a proud member of ROAM (Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums). If your membership is at the $100 level or higher, you get free entry to all participating ROAM museums!

✅ Check your FHS Membership card for the ROAM logo
🗺️ See the full list of participating museums: https://sites.google.com/site/roammuseums/home
👀 Not a member yet? Join at www.freeporthistoricalsociety.org and start exploring!

06/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who made our recent gala so special!

06/12/2026

FHS Gala: Saturday, June 20 at 6:00 PM.

Whether you like dancing, singing, or just vibing, we know that the music at our Summer Solstice Gala is always an important part of the party!

This year, we are excited to welcome to the stage Low Lily , a Vermont-based American Roots band that will provide the perfect soundtrack for the Gala.

Get your tickets today at www.freeporthistoricalsociety.org or via the link in the description and join us for an incredible music-filled evening.

06/11/2026

FHS Gala: Saturday, June 20th at 6:00 PM.

Looking for artwork from local Freeport artists? We've got that.

Interested in idyllic cabin or campsite stays in Maine for yourself or your visiting guests? Check.

Maybe you're interested in one-of-a-kind tours, or perhaps a Hearts of Pine game? You know we have that covered.

Looking for gift cards to local stores and restaurants throughout Freeport? No worries, we have that too.

This year's Gala auction is not something you want to miss!

Go to www.freeporthistoricalsociety.org to get your Gala tickets and, while you're there, click the link in the event description to see more specifics about the auction items that will be available.

05/25/2026

Lilacs were among the favorite May blooms used to decorate the graves of Civil War veterans on Decoration Day — what we now observe as Memorial Day. Today we remember all those from Freeport and beyond who, in Lincoln’s words, “gave the last full measure of devotion.”

This morning’s Memorial Day observances in Freeport were canceled due to heavy rain — but we remember still. This afternoon, the sun is peeking out at Pettengill, where Millie’s white lilac is blooming, along with the apple trees and white narcissus.

05/12/2026

The FHS Annual Plant Sale is this weekend -- Saturday, May 16th, from 8 am- noon. Swing by Harrington House at 45 Main Street in Freeport for a great selection of plants, delicious baked treats, and a chance to mingle with other local gardeners!
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Address

45 Main Street
Freeport, ME
04032

Telephone

(207) 865-3170

Website

http://www.freeporthistoricalsociety.org/

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