NEWS AND PAST EVENTS

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The Civil War's 3rd Maine Reenactment Regiment Program

Thank you to all who attended the 3rd Maine Reenactment Regiment sponsored by the Lyman Historical Society. Those attending heard the amazing story about the Peach Orchard battle at Gettysburg, saw original artifacts from the family of one of the presenters, and witnessed a demonstration of drilling.  The dedication of this regiment is evident by Sergeant Major Bob Pierce’s talk, the precision of the drills, and the enthusiasm when talking with attendees.  you can see them at Arundel Heritage Day this summer in their encampment, another very interesting experience. 

Pictured left to right: Sergeant Major Bob Pierce,  2nd Sergeant Dalton Hulsey,  Quartermaster Sergeant Jay Carter, Corporal Tracey Levasseur, and Private Raul Pinto.

Spirit of America Award

The Lyman Historical Society wishes to congratulate the Lyman Cemetery Committee for being chosen as a Spirit of America recipient for York County. They were nominated by the Lyman Select Board for their tireless dedication to maintain the old cemeteries of our town.  As a result, these beautiful resting places honor our ancestors. Pricilla Miles, a member of the committee, is also a member of the Lyman Historical Society.

COUSENS SCHOOL

What a wonderful time we had at our 2023 Members’ and Family BBQ! This year, we gathered at the home of Pat and Art Littlefield and gobbled down lots of chips/dips/salsa,  many different salads,  crunchy veggies, and many other starters. The Littlefield’s son, Jason, was our grill master cooking up great hot dogs and burgers. Thanks, Jason!! Homemade apple and blueberry pies by President Millett Day were out of this world and made a tasty plate of desserts with carrot cake bars, our celebration cake, and cookies.  I’m guessing NO ONE went home hungry!!!

Please consider joining the Lyman Historical Society this year and then, we’ll look forward to seeing YOU at next years’ picnic!

Proceeds from this yard sale will help fund our archival work of historical documents.  Throughout the year, we have events and presentations about Lyman’s history. Our most ambitious goal is to get land and a building to house our many artifacts and results  of our research.

****Many thanks to all who came by our table at the Community Yard Sale held in front of the Masons’ Lodge.  Your donations and purchases were greatly appreciated and we look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events  at Funky Bow and a talk about the Murphy Family.*****

LYMAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING

Our Society will be having our annual meeting on September 19 at the Arion Lodge at 6:00.  We will be electing officers for the coming year. Please consider coming and joining us!

Here are the results of the election.

President: Millett Day

Vice President: Irene Single

Secretary: Patricia Littlefield

Treasurer: JoAnne Johnston

Trustees: Robert Cyr

                      Robert Perry

                      Evelyn Lord

FUNKY BOW FUNDRAISER

MEET THE MURPHY FAMILY

Thomas Murphy was an early settler of Lyman and son of Irish immigrant Patrick Murphy. Thomas served in the Continental Army and on board the Raleigh, one of the first American-built  warships. Many of his descendants were accomplished in many ways. You can read about the family in a binder at the Community Library.