BIDDEFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

BIDDEFORD, ME

( 1931 ) Timberwind Sail Boat Portland - Maine History story from the web site <a href="http://www.portlandschooner.com" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.portlandschooner.com</a> Timberwind is a 96' two-masted schooner that was built in 1931 by Victor Cole at Union Wharf in Portland. For nearly four decades, until 1969, it was named the Portland Pilot and was responsible for meeting incoming vessels outside the harbor and piloting them to their berths. It was also briefly commandeered for service by the Coast Guard during World War II. Timberwind is certified by the US Coast Guard to carry 45 passengers on deck and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
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The Biddeford Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Biddeford, Maine. It was founded in 1966 and has since played an important role in preserving and sharing the history of Biddeford and its surrounding areas. The society operates out of the historic James Montgomery Flagg House, which was built in 1850.

The society's mission is to collect, preserve, and share the history of Biddeford and its people. Its collection includes more than 10,000 artifacts, documents, and photographs, ranging from pre-Colonial times to the present day. These items help to tell the story of Biddeford's past and its contributions to Maine's history.

The Biddeford Historical Society offers a variety of programs and events for the community, including lectures, workshops, and tours of the Flagg House. The society also hosts exhibitions featuring items from its collection, and provides research assistance for individuals interested in learning more about their own family histories.

The Biddeford Historical Society is run by a dedicated team of volunteers who are passionate about preserving Biddeford's unique history. Their efforts have helped to make the society a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the rich history of Biddeford and the surrounding areas.

BIDDEFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BIDDEFORD ME. US MID #8402300536

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

( 1931 ) Timberwind Sail Boat Portland - Maine History story from the web site <a href="http://www.portlandschooner.com" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.portlandschooner.com</a> Timberwind is a 96' two-masted schooner that was built in 1931 by Victor Cole at Union Wharf in Portland. For nearly four decades, until 1969, it was named the Portland Pilot and was responsible for meeting incoming vessels outside the harbor and piloting them to their berths. It was also briefly commandeered for service by the Coast Guard during World War II. Timberwind is certified by the US Coast Guard to carry 45 passengers on deck and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
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BIDDEFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 200
BIDDEFORD
ME
04005-0200

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BIDDEFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8402300536
Name BIDDEFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 510188782
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201304
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 43.489541, -70.467277
CODES FIPS State Code: 23
FIPS County Code: 031
US Census Tract: 025201
US Census Block: 2003