Maine Humanities Council

Immigration represents opportunity for some, escape for others, and for many people, a threat. Throughout American history, immigrants have left their mark on this country, and continue to do so today. Coming to America: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on Immigration, a one-day conference presented by the Maine Humanities Council, will explore the past, present and future of immigration in America and Maine, including discussions of the many challenges that surround the issue. Featured speakers include Professor Joseph Conforti of the University of Southern Maine, Professor Edward O’Donnell of the College of the Holy Cross, and Professor Greg Fahy of the University of Maine at Augusta, as well as others. This program will take place on April 30, 2010, from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm at the University of Southern Maine.

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Inspired by Picturing America reproductions, children create their own art. (credit: Diane Hudson)

On a Friday evening in early November, nearly 150 Head Start children and their parents attended a Picturing America celebration event at the Portland Museum of Art.  When they arrived, they went on a treasure hunt that took them through museum galleries, dabbled in art activities in the museum’s education studio, heard stories read aloud, ate pizza, and went home with a book and a coupon for free Museum attendance for each family.

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