What things can the river that runs through the heart of downtown Ellsworth tell us about the people who lived and worked along its banks? What evidence does the bank of the Union River retain about the mill workers and diverse people whose lives depended upon the business generated by the river? What can we learn from a closer look at the River’s bank?

This program will start with a screening of a video about the history of the Union River by Bill Fogle, vice president of the Ellsworth Historical Society in the library's Riverview Room and 1 PM and will continue with a walk along the Union River led by Ellsworth Historical Society president Jen Sala. She has lived beside the Union River for some years and explored it while growing up in Ellsworth. She's adept at reading the signs of centuries gone by on the river.

About the Ellsworth Historical Society:

Founded in 1978, the Ellsworth Historical Society has been a vital part of our community. Our dedicated members are actively involved in local organizations such as the Heart of Ellsworth, Ellsworth Garden Club, and Green Ellsworth. Our board members also serve on the City of Ellsworth’s Historical Preservation Commission and in the state office. The society is an all-volunteer nonprofit, that relies on its members, donors, and volunteers for their operations, events, and fundraising. They are committed to continually growing and better serving the Ellsworth community. https://www.ellsworthhistory.org/