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HAMPDEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Our History Lives Here
HAMPDEN, MAINE
LOCAL HISTORY
Explore informative articles, stories and local history written and collected by our community
Soldiers of the Revolution
Revolutionary War Memorial. Created by Members of HHS. 2026 The Revolutionary War Memorial was installed at the Hampden Historical Society during the first week of June 2026 as part of the nation's 250th anniversary observance. Designed by Ellyn Chase and constructed with the help of Will Nickerson, the memorial honors Revolutionary War veterans connected to Hampden and the surrounding community. Karen Bagley assisted with the finishing work and completion of the project. "El
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Shop Local, Support History!
We’re excited to share that the Hampden Historical Society has been selected as a nonprofit partner in the Hannaford Community Bag Program! Throughout the month of September 2026, you can support HHS simply by purchasing the $2.50 reusable Community Bag—the blue one!—at the Hampden Hannaford. For every bag sold, the Hampden Historical Society will receive $1.00 to help support our work preserving and sharing Hampden’s history. So the next time you’re at Hannaford, grab a reus
12 hours ago1 min read
Donate to the Annual Appeal by Sep 18 and your gift will be doubled
Our annual appeal is underway and your contribution supports the projects, preservation and outreach that keeps our community’s heritage vibrant. Every gift helps preserve our stories, strengthen our programs and build a future where our past is accessible. We have a most generous anonymous donor who will match donations received at the Society by September 18. Can you imagine? Your gift is doubled! Please consider making a donation to our annual appeal.
Aug 231 min read
Sweet Success
It was a beautiful Saturday and we had a wonderful Yard and Book Sale. Our deep appreciation goes out to all of you who rummaged through your attics, basements, closets and storage areas to find “hidden treasures” to donate. And thanks to our volunteers for the hours spent moving, sorting, pricing and setting up. It was terrific to see so many community members come out to support the sale, which brought in over $5,000 for the Society. A special thank you to Calkins Farm Stan
Jul 11 min read
The “We Couldn’t Keep Everything” Sale
Annual Yard and Book Sale Saturday, June 13 • 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The Hampden Historical Society’s annual Yard and Book Sale returns on Saturday, June 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Donations are coming in steadily, and as always, we expect a wonderful mix of books, household items, antiques, curiosities, and hidden treasures. The sale has become a favorite community tradition and is always a good time — whether you are searching for a bargain, visiting with neighbors, or
May 281 min read
A Note From Our President
As we bask in the glow from our annual Christmas Bazaar, which earned us $8,500 to help the Hampden Historical Society maintain the Kinsley House and Archives, I would like to thank all of our over 30 volunteers and the more than 400 people who came or contributed to the success of this fabulous annual event. A big THANK YOU goes to the volunteers for not only the work done on Saturday, November 22, but the countless hours spent behind the scenes prior to the event. In order
Nov 24, 20251 min read
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