Speaking on history's value to the present, Biddeford, Maine, June 8

For those in southern Maine, I'll be giving the keynote address at the annual meeting of the Maine Historical Society this Saturday, June 8, in Biddeford.

The talk is titled "The Past is Present: History's Powerful Role in Shaping Contemporary Life, Politics, and Events."

The meeting takes place at the historic Pepperell Mill from 10 am to 2 pm. It's open to the public, but costs $25 for members, $30 for non-members, which includes a box lunch and a tour of the million-square foot mill campus.Call 207-774-1822 to register.

I have upcoming talks on American Nations in Falmouth, Maine, June 26 and North Haven, Maine, July 23rd.