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Haystack Historical Society (and Museum), 1565 Main Street, Mapleton, ME 04757

The evening will start with a museum open house followed by a history of the Town of Mapleton. Museum will open at 4:30 pm and program will begin at 5:30 pm. Then a light supper will be served, which will be followed by a presentation by Dr. Dena Winslow.

Aroostook War: The Untold Story - Dive into the explosive real history behind the 1839 Aroostook War—where Maine and New Brunswick stood on the brink of international battle. This high-energy program uncovers the actual people, places, and political tensions that pushed the U.S. and England toward a third war. Based on thirty years of deep archival research, you’ll hear never-before-told stories, surprising discoveries, and dramatic events unknown to earlier historians. Experience the gripping truth of the conflict that reshaped the region forever—and leave with a whole new understanding of northern Maine’s past.

Dr. Dena L Winslow, a well-known historian and writer, grew up in Mapleton,Maine. Her latest book about the Aroostook War was published in 2026.