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2023.648.3138Hawksbill Sea Turtle - Eretmochelys imbricata
  • Object, Other Object, Collection
  • Nature, Animals
On loan from Phil Whitney. This turtle shell, according to Whitney family legend, is suspected to be from an 1825 whaling expedition to the South Pacific. It was kept in the family home until 1928, when the Spurling house burned down, and was rescued from the flames by islanders trying to salvage their possessions. The shell is that of a Hawksbill sea turtle, larger than most found today, and you may notice an indentation on the left side. Turtles are adept at recovering from injuries but they can’t grow back bone, so this is likely an injury sustained from when this turtle was far smaller.
Hawksbill Sea Turtle - Eretmochelys imbricata
Catalogue #:
  • 2023.648.3138   
Type:
  • Object, Other Object, Collection
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals
Place:
  • Cranberry Isles
Materials:
  • Animal
Description:
On loan from Phil Whitney. This turtle shell, according to Whitney family legend, is suspected to be from an 1825 whaling expedition to the South Pacific. It was kept in the family home until 1928, when the Spurling house burned down, and was rescued from the flames by islanders trying to salvage their possessions. The shell is that of a Hawksbill sea turtle, larger than most found today, and you may notice an indentation on the left side. Turtles are adept at recovering from injuries but they can’t grow back bone, so this is likely an injury sustained from when this turtle was far smaller. [show more]
2022.617.3109Shell Midden Remains and Photographs
  • Object, Other Object, Collection
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
A collection of shells and photographs taken from the Shell Midden on Fish Point. Some of the shells have holes in them, which may have been created by the indigenous people who hunted for them. Dating through the shell middens and other archeological remains, we know people have used this coastline and its plentiful marine resources for thousands of years. The Cranberries themselves were used by the indigenous peoples here, evidenced by the remains of a shell midden on Fish point (at the hook of the island) which isn’t accessible to the public. Shell middens are often referred to as trash heaps and they contain oyster, clam, and shellfish remains, along with ‘faunal remains’ which refers to the mammal, fish, bird, reptile bones and teeth that are found. A minor portion of the middens are often stone tools or their fragments, and pieces of ceramic pottery. Shellfish middens are phenomenal records of the lives lived in proximity to the coast, and they are often found in sheltered coves and bays, near small mudflats, and tidal/inland streams. They tell us which seasons people were occupying areas, their preference for sheltered areas with easy access to the ocean (for their canoes) and plentiful marine resources, such as shellfish flats, and spring runs of migratory fish. They are extraordinary records which are disappearing rapidly due to rising oceans.
Shell Midden Remains and Photographs
Catalogue #:
  • 2022.617.3109   
Type:
  • Object, Other Object, Collection
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
Place:
  • Cranberry Isles
Materials:
  • Animal
Description:
A collection of shells and photographs taken from the Shell Midden on Fish Point. Some of the shells have holes in them, which may have been created by the indigenous people who hunted for them. Dating through the shell middens and other archeological remains, we know people have used this coastline and its plentiful marine resources for thousands of years. The Cranberries themselves were used by the indigenous peoples here, evidenced by the remains of a shell midden on Fish point (at the hook of the island) which isn’t accessible to the public. Shell middens are often referred to as trash heaps and they contain oyster, clam, and shellfish remains, along with ‘faunal remains’ which refers to the mammal, fish, bird, reptile bones and teeth that are found. A minor portion of the middens are often stone tools or their fragments, and pieces of ceramic pottery. Shellfish middens are phenomenal records of the lives lived in proximity to the coast, and they are often found in sheltered coves and bays, near small mudflats, and tidal/inland streams. They tell us which seasons people were occupying areas, their preference for sheltered areas with easy access to the ocean (for their canoes) and plentiful marine resources, such as shellfish flats, and spring runs of migratory fish. They are extraordinary records which are disappearing rapidly due to rising oceans. [show more]
2019.439.2803Photos of places , duck hunt, and whale on GCI
  • Image, Photograph
  • Nature, Animals, Birds
  • Places
  • Recreation, Hunting
Photos of places, duck hunt, and whale on GCI. A= Bunker Boatyard 1965-1970s, B= Ice in the Creek Feb 12, 1934. C= Ice in the Pool Feb 6, 1934. D= town dock 1940s or 1960?. E= Cranberry Road from Dolly Hill. Duck and geese hunt on the El Pescado. G= Whale washed up on the back of the island (1919?), see report of Dr. Bowditch on Islesford.. H= Raymond Bunker's car on ice in the pool Feb. 12, 1934. I= Unknown car.
Photos of places , duck hunt, and whale on GCI
Catalogue #:
  • 2019.439.2803   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Birds
  • Places
  • Recreation, Hunting
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
Photos of places, duck hunt, and whale on GCI. A= Bunker Boatyard 1965-1970s, B= Ice in the Creek Feb 12, 1934. C= Ice in the Pool Feb 6, 1934. D= town dock 1940s or 1960?. E= Cranberry Road from Dolly Hill. Duck and geese hunt on the El Pescado. G= Whale washed up on the back of the island (1919?), see report of Dr. Bowditch on Islesford.. H= Raymond Bunker's car on ice in the pool Feb. 12, 1934. I= Unknown car.
2016.347.2112Collage of dog photos by Susan White ca. 2010
  • Image, Photograph
  • Nature, Animals
Photographs. Collage of colorful dog photos made by Susan White dogs identified as: Jack, Casey, Ollie, Loki, Brady, Sailor, Hermiga (?), Cappy, MyaLunaTide and Rosie. Unknown date but modern 2010ish? Black frame.
Collage of dog photos by Susan White ca. 2010
Catalogue #:
  • 2016.347.2112   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals
Size:
  • 18" x 22" x 1"
Description:
Photographs. Collage of colorful dog photos made by Susan White dogs identified as: Jack, Casey, Ollie, Loki, Brady, Sailor, Hermiga (?), Cappy, MyaLunaTide and Rosie. Unknown date but modern 2010ish? Black frame.
2003.87.646Andy is Brave poster
  • Document, Advertising, Poster
  • Nature, Plants
Poster, "Andy is Brave", showing little boy pointing to apples on apple tree, owned by "Mrs. White"
Andy is Brave poster
Catalogue #:
  • 2003.87.646   
Type:
  • Document, Advertising, Poster
Subject:
  • Nature, Plants
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
Poster, "Andy is Brave", showing little boy pointing to apples on apple tree, owned by "Mrs. White"
2003.69.516Photos of animals
  • Image, Photograph
  • Nature, Animals
Collection of photos, Animals
Photos of animals
Catalogue #:
  • 2003.69.516   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
Collection of photos, Animals
2022.615.3108Hemlock Looper Infestation
  • Document, Other Documents
  • Nature, Plants
A multiple page document about the effects of the Hemlock Looper. The Hemlock Looper is a caterpillar that eat the needles off of Hemlock trees. This causes Hemlock trees to die within a year of the caterpillars eating them. The document suggests that the forest service takes a look at the trees so that they can determine the life span. It goes on to say that the trees can be spread with a replant for the looper, and that the state could pay for up to 50% of the cost.
Hemlock Looper Infestation
Catalogue #:
  • 2022.615.3108   
Type:
  • Document, Other Documents
Subject:
  • Nature, Plants
Creator:
  • Henry Trail Jr.
Date:
  • 1991
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
A multiple page document about the effects of the Hemlock Looper. The Hemlock Looper is a caterpillar that eat the needles off of Hemlock trees. This causes Hemlock trees to die within a year of the caterpillars eating them. The document suggests that the forest service takes a look at the trees so that they can determine the life span. It goes on to say that the trees can be spread with a replant for the looper, and that the state could pay for up to 50% of the cost. [show more]
2022.595.3089Quilting at the Ladies Aide.
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
  • Events, Quilting Party
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Left to right: Susan White, Gaile Colby, Naomi McShea at the Islesford Ladies Aide.
Quilting at the Ladies Aide.
Catalogue #:
  • 2022.595.3089   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
Subject:
  • Events, Quilting Party
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Place:
  • Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island
Description:
Left to right: Susan White, Gaile Colby, Naomi McShea at the Islesford Ladies Aide.
2022.594.3088Frozen harbor at Spurling Cove, Great Cranberry Island.
  • Image, Photograph, Black-and-White Photograph
  • Businesses, Fishery Business
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Frozen harbor at Spurling Cove, Great Cranberry Island.
Catalogue #:
  • 2022.594.3088   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Black-and-White Photograph
Subject:
  • Businesses, Fishery Business
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Date:
  • 1930 c.
Place:
  • Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island
2022.593.3087Valentine's party at the Ladies Aide.
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
  • Events
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Valentine's party at the Ladies Aide.
Catalogue #:
  • 2022.593.3087   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
Subject:
  • Events
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Place:
  • Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island
2022.596.3090Former Lifesaving Station on southern end of Islesford, facing Baker Island.
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Former Lifesaving Station on southern end of Islesford, facing Baker Island.
Catalogue #:
  • 2022.596.3090   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
Subject:
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Creator:
  • Karin Whitney
Place:
  • Cranberry Isles, Little Cranberry Island, Islesford
2022.597.3091Building in the winter.
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
  • Businesses, Boatbuilding Business
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Constructing the first floor of the three-story addition to Cranberry House. First floor will be the environmentally controlled archive addition.
Building in the winter.
Catalogue #:
  • 2022.597.3091   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
Subject:
  • Businesses, Boatbuilding Business
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Creator:
  • Karin Whitney
Date:
  • 2019
Place:
  • Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island
Description:
Constructing the first floor of the three-story addition to Cranberry House. First floor will be the environmentally controlled archive addition.
2022.592.3086"Cap'n B"
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
  • Businesses, Fishery Business
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
The Cap'n B moored during a winter storm at Spurling Cove, Great Cranberry Island.
"Cap'n B"
Catalogue #:
  • 2022.592.3086   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Color Photograph
Subject:
  • Businesses, Fishery Business
  • Nature, Seasons, Winter
Place:
  • Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island
Description:
The Cap'n B moored during a winter storm at Spurling Cove, Great Cranberry Island.
2021.451.2831Polly Storey Collection- Wild Island Seeds
  • Document, Financial, Receipt
  • Nature, Plants
WI seeds 1973 receipts- contains Tree Seeds packed by Wild Islands Farms from The Farm House.
Polly Storey Collection- Wild Island Seeds
Catalogue #:
  • 2021.451.2831   
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Receipt
Subject:
  • Nature, Plants
Date:
  • 1973
Place:
  • Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island
Materials:
  • Plants
Size:
  • Small
Description:
WI seeds 1973 receipts- contains Tree Seeds packed by Wild Islands Farms from The Farm House.
1000.0.940Henry Finkelstein artwork
  • Image, Art, Other Art
  • Nature, Plants
1998 Card with Henry Finkelstein's oil on canvas "From Under the Plum Trees" print featured on the front
Henry Finkelstein artwork
Catalogue #:
  • 1000.0.940   
Type:
  • Image, Art, Other Art
Subject:
  • Nature, Plants
Date:
  • 1998
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
1998 Card with Henry Finkelstein's oil on canvas "From Under the Plum Trees" print featured on the front
1000.0.1310Canada goose decoy
  • Object, Model
  • Nature, Animals, Birds
Decoy. Wood, Canada goose, written on bottom "LT WARD + BRO" and "Crisfield, MD"
Canada goose decoy
Catalogue #:
  • 1000.0.1310   
Type:
  • Object, Model
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Birds
Materials:
  • Wood
Description:
Decoy. Wood, Canada goose, written on bottom "LT WARD + BRO" and "Crisfield, MD"
2012.210.1790Nathan Rome with large cod 1958
  • Image, Photograph
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • People
Photo, Back from deep sea fishing. Nathan Rome with largest catch by Jud (Reed ?)- a cod. Wilbur Reed and unidentified children looking on - Cranberry Isles, Maine (circa summer 1958)
Nathan Rome with large cod 1958
Catalogue #:
  • 2012.210.1790   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • People
Description:
Photo, Back from deep sea fishing. Nathan Rome with largest catch by Jud (Reed ?)- a cod. Wilbur Reed and unidentified children looking on - Cranberry Isles, Maine (circa summer 1958)
2011.158.1389Heck of a Halibut, article 2004; Bracy's 200-pound halibut
  • Publication, Clipping
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • People
Newspaper clipping, Mount Desert Islander, 17 Jun 2004, "Heck of a Halibut... Cranberry Isles fisherman Junior Bracy caught this nearly 200-pound halibut while out fishing off Duck Island on June 7. It dressed out at 154 pounds. Mr. Bracy and his sternman, son Scott, are third and fourth generation fishermen from Cranberry Island."
Heck of a Halibut, article 2004; Bracy's 200-pound halibut
Catalogue #:
  • 2011.158.1389   
Type:
  • Publication, Clipping
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • People
Description:
Newspaper clipping, Mount Desert Islander, 17 Jun 2004, "Heck of a Halibut... Cranberry Isles fisherman Junior Bracy caught this nearly 200-pound halibut while out fishing off Duck Island on June 7. It dressed out at 154 pounds. Mr. Bracy and his sternman, son Scott, are third and fourth generation fishermen from Cranberry Island."
1000.28.404Shark attack
  • Image, Photograph
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • Vessels, Boat
Photo, 8" x 10", boat with patched hole caused by shark attack (see items 400-406)
Shark attack
Catalogue #:
  • 1000.28.404   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • Vessels, Boat
Date:
  • 1955
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
Photo, 8" x 10", boat with patched hole caused by shark attack (see items 400-406)
1000.28.405Letter from Harvard to Saltonstall re: shark
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
Letter, from Henry B. Bigelow, Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard College, Cambridge MA, 1 Sep 1955, to John L. Saltonstall, asking for sample teeth from shark that attacked boat (see items 400-406)
Letter from Harvard to Saltonstall re: shark
Catalogue #:
  • 1000.28.405   
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
Date:
  • 1955
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
Letter, from Henry B. Bigelow, Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard College, Cambridge MA, 1 Sep 1955, to John L. Saltonstall, asking for sample teeth from shark that attacked boat (see items 400-406)
1000.28.406Letter from Harvard to Saltonstall re: shark
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Events
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • People
Letter, from Henry B. Bigelow, Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard College, Cambridge MA, 6 Sep 1955, to John L. Saltonstall, identifying man-eating shark that attacked boat
Letter from Harvard to Saltonstall re: shark
Catalogue #:
  • 1000.28.406   
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Subject:
  • Events
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • People
Date:
  • 1955
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
Letter, from Henry B. Bigelow, Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard College, Cambridge MA, 6 Sep 1955, to John L. Saltonstall, identifying man-eating shark that attacked boat
1000.28.403Shark hanging at GCI dock
  • Image, Photograph
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • Structures, Transportation, Marine Landing, Dock
Photo, 8" x 10", dead shark hanging at dock on Great Cranberry Island (see items 400-406)
Shark hanging at GCI dock
Catalogue #:
  • 1000.28.403   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • Structures, Transportation, Marine Landing, Dock
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
Photo, 8" x 10", dead shark hanging at dock on Great Cranberry Island (see items 400-406)
1000.28.400John Saltonstall, 77, kills attacking shark
  • Publication, Clipping
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • People
Newspaper clipping, Boston Globe, 5 Aug 1955, "John Saltonstall, 77, kills attacking shark", with photo of John Saltonstall, also with envelope that held the clippings
John Saltonstall, 77, kills attacking shark
Catalogue #:
  • 1000.28.400   
Type:
  • Publication, Clipping
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Fish
  • People
Date:
  • 1955
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
Newspaper clipping, Boston Globe, 5 Aug 1955, "John Saltonstall, 77, kills attacking shark", with photo of John Saltonstall, also with envelope that held the clippings
1000.0.1519Seagull in flight
  • Image, Photograph
  • Nature, Animals, Birds
Photo, Picture of seagull in flight
Seagull in flight
Catalogue #:
  • 1000.0.1519   
Type:
  • Image, Photograph
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Birds
Materials:
  • Paper
Description:
Photo, Picture of seagull in flight
1000.0.1372Eider duck decoy
  • Object, Model
  • Nature, Animals, Birds
  • Recreation, Hunting
Eider duck decoy made by Wesley Bracy, Jr., carved on bottom "WB", written on bottom on paper labels "107"
Eider duck decoy
Catalogue #:
  • 1000.0.1372   
Type:
  • Object, Model
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Birds
  • Recreation, Hunting
Materials:
  • Wood
Size:
  • 16.5"
Description:
Eider duck decoy made by Wesley Bracy, Jr., carved on bottom "WB", written on bottom on paper labels "107"