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Commission Meetings

The Commission will meet on the second Wednesday of every other month during 2025, from 3–4:30 p.m. 

Meetings will be held at the Maine State Archives and/or over Zoom. The Maine State Archives is currently closed to the public as the office prepares to move back into the cultural center. 

About Maine Semiquincentennial

To guide its work, the Commission developed three foundational pillars. 

Connect: Uniting Maine’s Stories with America’s Legacy

  • Foster a sense of community and shared heritage through collaborative events and discussions.

Share: Illuminating Maine’s Legacy in America’s Story

  • Provide engaging and informative programs that highlight Maine's role in American history and the broader national narrative.

Learn: Examining Maine’s Role in America’s Ongoing Journey

BMV Unveils Plan For New Standard License Plate Featuring 1901 Maine Flag Design

AUGUSTA — On Tuesday, Secretary of State Shenna Bellows and Deputy Secretary of State for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles Cathie Curtis presented the BMV’s proposal for a license plate reissuance to the Legislature’s Transportation Committee. The new plate, replacing the current chickadee, would feature the design of the 1901 Maine flag.

“License plates serve not only to identify vehicles, but are a way of expressing our love for our state,” said Secretary Bellows. “We’re excited to present this new design proposal for the coming license plate reissuance.”

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