Tag: Grange History

Grange History with Scarborough Historical Society!

A person writing history

Don Taylor, Historian with the Scarborough Historical Society recently posted a number of interesting Grange-related resources. I’ve also added the Society to our Historical Resources Page.

Here’s a list of the available resources.

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More Resources for Granges!

We continue to add resources from the 150th State Session. These can also be found on the Program Books and Information Page.

  • Role of the Lecturer — This handy four-page document prepared by MSG Lecturer Margaret Morse summarizes the job description of lecturers and offers plenty of great tips and suggestions.
  • Creative Writing Results — This booklet includes the poems and skits submitted for the 2022-23 Lecturer’s Contests.
  • Moments in MSG History — prepared by MSG Lecturer Margaret Morse for the 2023 State Convention, these make for fascinating reading! They could also serve as the basis of a lecturer’s program or trivia contest!

That’s a Lotta Maine Grangers!

This “photo of a photo” is compliments of James Clements. He has the original photo which appears to be from the late 1800s and contains over 100 people. The actual photo is 41″ wide and 8″ tall!

Imagine trying to get every to smile at the same time!

James is interested in finding a good home for this photograph. If you have suggestions or are willing to assist, let us know and we’ll connect you with him!

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Exploring Traditions and Connections

Here you can watch and listen to the discussion between National Grange Communications Director Amanda Brozana Rio and author Walter Boomsma as they explore some of the topics from the book and what they mean to Grangers and Granges today–especially during the current pandemic.

Walter’s book is available from