Digital Archives
The Camden-Rockport Historical Society seeks to tell the story of the natural, social, political, cultural, and economic history of the Camden and Rockport communities from the earliest times to the present. We tell this story primarily through the display of objects that relate to the daily life and activities that have occurred in this area, and we also maintain a large archive of books, maps, documents, photographs, clothing, and other materials that are accessible for research purposes. We take care to avoid duplication of collections housed in other institutions.
We are especially on the lookout for historically accurate 18th and 19th century home furnishings for the Homestead. If you have any of the items below and are wondering what to do with them, please consider a gift to CRHS. We will give them a loving home. We do not provide appraisals but will confirm your gift with a donation receipt.
Late 18th century wing chair
Late 18th century side chairs (2)
Small game table
Antique playing cards
Bucket bench and 3-4 buckets
Candle holders (4)
Small hanging mirror
Hanging needlework sampler
Floor cloth (marble, geometric, floral, or pattern)
Ladderback or thumb back chairs
CatologIt is the historical society’s main digital database. We are constantly adding to our virtual collection. https://hub.catalogit.app/5028
In addition to the our main CatalogIt Hub, you may also find portions of our collections and those of partner organizations at the links below:
Digital Maine contains archives and uploads from many historical society’s and institutions around the state.
Advantage Preservation Newspaper Archives contains a digitized collection of the Camden Herald, the Herald Gazette, and the Courier Gazette.
The Camden Public Library Walsh History Center has an online inventory of much of their collection.
The Lincolnville Historical Society also has a CatalogIt Hub with many items