How Indigenous cultural items and remains have been stolen over the decades, and what's happening to return them to Wabanaki tribes

The history of how Portland was burned down by the British in 1775, and what events are happening to mark 250 years since that time.

Two author discuss their books about Holocaust survivors and the important of personal stories and what we can learn from them

What are the Wabanaki names that are part of our surroundings?

"The Divided North," by Maine author Carol Gardner, argues that Maine was just as divided as any other region of the country over slavery and emancipation.

We re-air our show about the history of protests, and whether they succeed in meeting their goals

The Frances Perkins National Monument in Newcastle honors the woman credited with proposing and helping to implement many of FDR's New Deal reforms, including Social Security, the minimum wage and a 40-hour work week.

Blaine rose to top national political roles in the 19th century, including Speaker of the House and Secretary of State. We learn about why he was so influential, and his ties to Maine.

We examine some of the significant protests and demonstrations in America over the decades and whether they achieved their goals

A posthumous collection of David McCullough's essays explore the importance of learning lessons from history