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From April through October the Belfast Historical Society invites guest speakers to present historical programs at the Belfast Free Library. Many of these programs we make available to the public through our organization's Vimeo channel.
Video Presentations
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Harry Nelson, radio historian, presents an in-depth look at the history of the Radio Corporation of America’s relay station located in Belfast from 1921 to 1929. March 14, 2025 marked the 100th anniversary of the history making first live trans-Atlantic long-wave radio broadcast from London, England to the Radio Corporation of America’s relay station located on Congress Street in Belfast. This broadcast paved the way for full global communications. Hear for yourself the rare recordings of that 1925 broadcast.
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Up the Not So Lazy River, Life at Head of the Tide and City Point
Gary Stuckey, Belfast museum volunteer and a passionate historian, takes us on a journey up the Passagassawaukeag River to explore the industries, dams, and buildings that once made for thriving communities. With maps, historical references, photographs, and first-person accounts, Gary transports us back in time to discover the secrets of life at Head of the Tide and City Point. Recorded on May 22, 2023 at the Belfast Free Library.
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