A Comment about The Maine Spirit Blog

Historians and horse lovers owe a great debt of gratitude to Stephen Thompson for his thorough and fascinating survey of Maine’s tie to the magnificent beast that, in both work and sport, was a principal means of tying this vast state together in the long era before the automobile. Water Village, my history of Waterville, only touches on the horse, most particularly the astonishing creature named Nelson. Thompson’s work reveals the full tale of the impact of these beloved animals in this area, and in celebration of the horse, future generations will be grateful to know a story that otherwise might have been lost in the mists of time. -- Earl Smith, Dean of College, Emeritus, Colby College

Tuesday, April 14, 2020

An Introduction to Rigby Park -- One of Maine's Historic Track Built in 1892



This post will introduce you to Rigby Park built by Seth Gilman in 1892.  At one time Rigby Park was considered the fastest and safest track in the United States. Today is your introduction. On another day, you will see the rest of the story!



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  1. UnknownApril 15, 2020 at 7:07 PM

    I hope I don't miss it. I've never heard of this track.

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  2. Stephen ThompsonApril 16, 2020 at 8:16 PM

    New Posts should help you view Rigby Park!

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