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SUMMARY:Lecture: Stories of Local Citizens During the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:STORIES OF LOCAL CITIZENS DURING THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION LECTURE\nMay 27th at 4pm\nLocated at Graves Library\n18 Maine St. in Kennebunkport\nKENNEBUNKPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S SHARON CUMMINS WILL SHARE STORIES OF ARUNDEL CITIZENS DURING THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION\, AT HOME AND AWAY\, ON MAY 27th AS PART OF GRAVES LIBRARY’S SERIES OF SPECIAL EVENTS CELEBRATING AMERICA’S 250th ANNIVERSARY \n\nAs part of the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library’s 2026 series of authors and speakers celebrating America’s 250th anniversary\, Kennebunkport Historical Society historian Sharon Cummins will share stories of Arundel citizens during the American Revolution\, at home and away\, on Wednesday\, May 27\, at 4 p.m. at the Louis T. Graves Library. \nThis special event\, held in collaboration with the Kennebunkport Historical Society and part of the Louis T. Graves Library’s Patsy Bray Mahoney Lecture Series\, is free and open to the public. Cummins’s talk will cover events ranging from receiving word of the first shots fired at Lexington and Concord to the naval battle at Cape Porpoise Harbor. To reserve seats call (207) 967-2778. \nCummins\, a Maine native and historian associated with the Kennebunkport Historical Society\, is a popular speaker and writer\, sharing her well-researched topics\, tales\, and archival photos on the lecture circuit\, through a weekly column called “Throwback Thursday\,” and the society’s social media. Her work emphasizes preserving local archival treasures and making them accessible to the public. Her topics include the 1867 murder trial of Jane M. Swett\, early 20th century school history\, and local landmarks. \nCummins’s lecture is the first in a series of three semi quincentennial events hosted by the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library. The second event features two Washington political insiders—Jean Becker\, chief of staff for President George H.W. Bush\, and Tom Collamore\, former presidential aide\, discussing their new book “Don’t Tell the President: The Best\, Worst & Mostly Untold Stories from Presidential Advance” at the historic Kennebunk River Club on June 18th. On July 30th\, iconic filmmaker Ken Burns comes to town\, appearing at Kennebunk High School in conversation with Rob Caldwell\, one of Maine’s premier TV news anchors. Both events are library fundraisers. For more information call (207) 967-2778. \nThe Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library\, housed in an historic 19th century building located near Kennebunkport’s famous Dock Square town center\, is a full-service free library whose mission is “to enrich the lives of all we serve.” A nonprofit organization\, Graves Library receives 60 percent of its operating budget from donations and other fundraising sources. \nFounded in 1952\, the Kennebunkport Historical Society preserves and shares the history of Kennebunkport\, Maine through historic properties\, archival collections\, educational programs\, and community events that connect residents and visitors with the town’s rich heritage. \nTo register for your spot\, please call the library at 207-967-2778.
URL:https://kporths.com/event/revolutionary-war-lecture/
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:History of Grist Mill & Clem Clark's Boathouse Lecture
DESCRIPTION:History of Grist Mill & Clem Clark’s Boathouse Lecture\nJune 3rd at 5:30pm\nLocated at KCT Boathouse\n \n 
URL:https://kporths.com/event/history-of-grist-mill-clem-clarks-boathouse-lecture/
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:History of St. Ann's Lecture
DESCRIPTION:History of St. Ann’s Lecture\nJuly 9th at 5pm\nLocated at St. Ann’s \n167 Ocean Ave. in Kennebunkport\n \n 
URL:https://kporths.com/event/history-of-st-anns-lecture/
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260723T170000
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SUMMARY:Cape Arundel History Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Cape Arundel History Lecture\nJuly 23rd at 5pm\nLocated at the Town House School : 135 North St. in KPT\nJoin us for an engaging lecture on the history and transformation of Cape Arundel\, one of Kennebunkport’s most iconic coastal retreats. From its origins as a secluded summer haven for presidents and prominent families to the picturesque neighborhood it is today\, this presentation will trace Cape Arundel’s fascinating evolution through historic photographs\, personal stories\, and local insights. \nWhether you’re a longtime resident or a curious visitor\, this event offers a unique opportunity to deepen your appreciation for the people\, places\, and legacy that have helped shape Kennebunkport’s enduring charm. \nThis event is 21 & Over (BYOB Event)
URL:https://kporths.com/event/cape-arundel-history-lecture/
LOCATION:Town House School\, 135 North Street\, Kennebunkport\, 04046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:History of St. Ann's Lecture
DESCRIPTION:History of St. Ann’s Lecture\nAugust 13th at 5pm\nLocated at St. Ann’s \n167 Ocean Ave. in Kennebunkport\n \n 
URL:https://kporths.com/event/history-of-st-anns-lecture-2/
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260827T170000
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SUMMARY:History of Goose Rocks Beach Lecture
DESCRIPTION:History of Goose Rocks Beach Lecture\nAugust 27th at 7pm\nLocated at the Town House School\n135 North St. in Kennebunkport
URL:https://kporths.com/event/history-of-goose-rocks-beach-lecture/
LOCATION:Town House School\, 135 North Street\, Kennebunkport\, 04046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:History of Cape Porpoise Lecture
DESCRIPTION:History of Cape Porpoise Lecture\nSeptember 17th at 7pm\nLocated at the Town House School\n135 North St. in Kennebunkport
URL:https://kporths.com/event/history-of-cape-porpoise-lecture/
LOCATION:Town House School\, 135 North Street\, Kennebunkport\, 04046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Peoples of the Kennebunks Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous Peoples of the Kennebunks Lecture\nOctober 8th at 7pm\nLocated at the Town House School\n135 North St. in Kennebunkport\nExplore the rich and complex history of the Indigenous people who have called the Kennebunks home for thousands of years. In this engaging lecture\, our historian will guide you through prehistoric life\, first contact\, and the 18th\, 19th\, and 20th century Indigenous presence in the region. \nSee artifacts discovered locally\, hear the remarkable story of a ceremonial burial site unearthed in 1883\, and uncover “the rest of the story” behind the intriguing Baxter Bible. \nWhether you’re passionate about history\, archaeology\, or the stories that shaped our community\, this presentation offers a rare opportunity to connect with the deep cultural roots of the Kennebunks. \nThis event is 21 & Over (BYOB)
URL:https://kporths.com/event/indigenous-peoples-of-the-kennebunks-lecture/
LOCATION:Town House School\, 135 North Street\, Kennebunkport\, 04046\, United States
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