Happy National Maine Day – 2024

Happy Maine Day!

Today is National Maine Day for 2024. . .

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Which State is ME:
The Beginning Years: It is believed that the initial Indigenous populations have lived in Maine for over 5,000 years, after the glaciers retreated. The Wabanaki Confederacy governed the area upon European arrival. The first European settlement in Maine was in 1604 by Pierre Dugua on Saint Croix Island. The first English settlement was in 1607 by the Plymouth Company at Popham. Colonists faced a rugged climate, Indian attacks, and hardships that led to many settlements being abandoned.

Flag map of Maine courtesy of Openverse

More History: The state of Maine proclaimed its independence from British attacks, whereby Maine was part of Massachusetts until 1820, when it became the 23^rd state due to the Missouri Compromise. Settlers wanted their own state because reaching Boston for meetings was difficult. Notable events include residents burning British tea in 1774 and a Bowdoin College professor who became a brigadier general during the Civil War, known for his bravery at Gettysburg.

Video: Courtesy of @Tobinator127 on YouTube – “Portland, Maine” by Tim McGraw (Modern)

Climate of Maine: Maine has a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Winter is cold and snowy, with average temperatures from 25°F in the south to below 15°F in the north, and snowfall typically from late October to April or May. Summer is warm and wet, averaging near 60°F in the north and near 70°F in the south, with July as the warmest month. Fall and spring feature moderate days and crisp evenings. Maine’s climate is affected by its location, northern latitude, and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. Weather can change quickly, with temperatures varying abruptly. The 1998 Ice Storm caused power outages and extensive damage. Maine has approximately 200 sunny days average per year, with 55% of days being sunny.

Video: Courtesy of @DNAnthems on YouTube – “State of Maine” Roger Vinton Snow (Original)

More About Maine: Throughout the years, Maine has earned the titles of being famous for its rocky coastlines, mountains, forests, and food, especially wild lowbush blueberries and seafood like lobster and clams. It has over 4,000 islands, an annual lobster yield of nearly 100 million pounds, 3,478 miles of coastline, and over 32,000 miles of rivers and streams. Freeport is home to L. L. Bean, and Maine is the first state to see daylight in the United States.

The Great Location of Maine: The state of Maine spans 320 miles in length and 210 miles wide. Maine is bordered by only one U.S.state: New Hampshire on the west, and 2 provinces of Canada: Quebec and New Brunswick on the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east and south.

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Greetings from Maine – Large Letter Postcard (4453144477) courtesy of Openverse

Maine’s Statehood Facts:

Date: 03/15/1820
Capital: Augusta
Population: 1,396,000 (2023)
Size: Land area of 33,215 square miles; Total area of 35,385 square miles
Nickname: The Pine Tree State
State Motto: Dirigo or “I direct” or “I lead”
Tree: Eastern White Pine (Pinus Strobus)
Flower: White Pine Cone and Tassel (Pinus Strobus)
Bird: Chickadee (Poecile)

The History:

Maine Officially Adopted as a U.S. State, State Song, Admission Date & Maine Flag
State Name Info ♪ State Song ♫	Admission	Capital	Flag Image
23^rd State. Colony of Maine “Portland, Maine” by Tim McGraw (Modern), “State of Maine” Roger Vinton Snow (Original)	03/15/1820	Augusta

See: Officially Adopted as a U.S. States, State Songs, Admission Dates & Flags at:

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Some Great Maine Sites: Here is a list of some some great places to visit while in Maine:

Marginal Way, Deering Oaks Park to Bayside Trail Portland, ME 04101
Cadillac Mountain, 707 Cadillac Summit Rd, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Acadia National Park, off of Route 3 in Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Portland Head Light, 1000 Shore Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, 105 Botanical Gdns Dr, Boothbay, ME 04537
Cape Neddick Nubble Lighthouse, Nubble Light / Sohier Park, Sohier Park Rd, York, Me 03909
Ogunquit Beach, 124 Beach St, Ogunquit, ME 03907
Perkins Cove, 103 Perkins Cove Road, ME 03907
Old Port, Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
Mount Battie, 280 Belfast Road Camden Hills State Park, Camden, ME 04843
Mount Desert Island, I-95 north to Augusta, Maine … Contact Info. Mailing Address: PO Box 177. Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Allagash Brewing Company, 50 Industrial Way, Portland, ME 04103

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Memorable Maine Events: Here is a list of some events that happened in Maine:

1000: Leif Ericson discovers the coast of North America.
1524: Italian explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano sails up the coast of Maine.
1604: Frenchmen Pierre du Guast and Samuel de Champlain found the first European settlement on St. Croix Island.
1607: The first English settlement in Maine is established at Popham.
1634: The first sawmill begins operation. Lumber will be a major part of Maine’s economy for many years to come.
1652: Maine becomes part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
1775: Colonists capture the British ship the Margaretta off the coast of Maine.
1820: Maine is admitted as the 23rd state.
1820: Potatoes become the number one crop.
1832: Augusta becomes the new state capital.
1863: Soldiers from Maine fight at the Battle of Gettysburg under Colonel Joshua Chamberlain.

Maine Vacation courtesy of Openverse

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