University of New England

Maine Historical Society Research Library celebrates 175 Anniversary of UNE's Westbrook College Campus with exhibit

In celebration of the 175th Anniversary of the University of New England's Westbrook College Campus, the Maine Historical Society Research Library has dedicated the lobby exhibit space to highlighting its collections related to the history of Westbrook College and its graduates.

The rich history of Westbrook College, which merged with the University of New England in 1996, incorporates three towns, countless graduates and nearly two centuries of education.

One of Westbrook College’s most famous graduates, Lillian M.N. Stevens is featured in the exhibit, describing her study at Westbrook College, her work with the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union and her socio-political career.

Lauren Webster, the exhibit’s curator, is a graduate student from the American and New England Studies Program at the University of Southern Maine and is currently an intern at the MHS Library.

The exhibit will run through the end of December. For more information on the exhibition and library hours, please visit the Maine Historical Society website at http://www.mainehistory.org/press_westbrook.shtml

For more information on the 175 Anniversary of the Wesbrook College Campus, visit UNE's 175th Anniversary website.

(Press release issued August 24, 2006)