Poland, Maine - Historical Society

Poland, Maine - Historical Society The Poland Historical Society seeks to preserve and promote an interest in the history of Poland, Maine.

Poland, Maine is a small community in western Maine that was incorporated in 1795. It has been historically celebrated as a resort community. This was particularly true during the period before automobiles became commonplace, when many Boston area residents sought summertime relief from the heat and clamor of city living. Poland’s most famous resort was the luxurious, 350 room Poland Spring House.

The hotel property is the site of the natural spring that gave name to the famed Poland Spring Water.

Things can happen mighty fast sometimes. THANK YOU to the person who has brightened up the front door of our Schoolhouse...
05/23/2026

Things can happen mighty fast sometimes. THANK YOU to the person who has brightened up the front door of our Schoolhouse Museum with this colorful floral arrangement. It's a great entry into our very interesting & welcoming hometown Museum. Come on by and visit us on Wednesdays or at our next Open House on Saturday, June 20th.

📸 Here are some of the photos that were shown of the East Poland Photo Collection at the April, Poland Historical Societ...
05/20/2026

📸 Here are some of the photos that were shown of the East Poland Photo Collection at the April, Poland Historical Society Meeting!

We learned today of the passing of William "Bill" Emery Jr of Gray on April 27th. Bill kindly donated his father's Worl...
05/19/2026

We learned today of the passing of William "Bill" Emery Jr of Gray on April 27th. Bill kindly donated his father's World War II medals and photo for display at the Schoolhouse Museum. The pictures of Bill presenting his father's medals to PHS were taken on May 1, 2025. Bill & his wife, Virginia, made several visits to us as we researched the Emery family genealogy. Also, they were fond of country music and each visit included an old tune or two.

Bill's father, William S Emery (1913-1989) served in the Army Air Corps in World War II and received the Purple Heart.

Bill's grandfather was Isaiah Emery (1888-1953). The Emery family members are buried in Highland Cemetery.

Our condolences go out to Virginia and the entire family.

🌼 It's finally Springtime in Poland and we should remove our winter wreath from the Schoolhouse Museum. Does anyone hav...
05/18/2026

🌼 It's finally Springtime in Poland and we should remove our winter wreath from the Schoolhouse Museum. Does anyone have a Spring or Summer wreath or other decoration that we can use for the next six months ?

The Schoolhouse Museum is open every Wednesday from 10:30a - 1:30p or by appointment by calling 998-5268.

A photo from our collection dated April 1948. Location : Bailey Brothers Store, East PolandL to R : Laurier L'heureux, U...
04/22/2026

A photo from our collection dated April 1948. Location : Bailey Brothers Store, East Poland
L to R : Laurier L'heureux, Unknown, Unknown, Maizie Flagg, Josie Stone, Ralph Stone

Can you help us identify the two young men behind the counter ? We have many pictures which need the names of people & place. If you grew up in Poland and can help us identify these pictures, please call 998-5268 & plan to spend an hour or two.

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1229 Maine Street
Poland, ME
04274

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10:30am - 1:30pm

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