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Whether you’ve lived on Mount Desert Island your entire life, spent every summer here since childhood, or just arrived on the island, you’ve likely been told a few "facts" about MDI that are more fiction than truth. 

Join the MDI Historical Society on July 1st at the Northeast Harbor Library for an evening of myth-busting and storytelling as we uncover the truth behind the island’s most persistent lore. From romanticized tales of the Wabanaki and Acadia National Park’s founding to the Great Fire of 1947 and stories of ghosts and lighthouse keepers, MDI Historical Society staff will guide you through the legends and the facts. 

Expect a fast-paced, image-filled presentation that explains not just the truth, but why these stories were created and why they still stick around today. Think you know your island history? Come test your knowledge. New to the island? Learn some local history and fascinating stories. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion.

We’ll also share how to continue your journey with our new free digital history tour, "What Happened Here: MDI History Adventure" featuring over 20 sites across Mount Desert Island.

This program is a collaboration between the MDI Historical Society and the Northeast Harbor Library and will be available to attend in-person or online, via Zoom.