William Barrett in the Mountains

Barrett in the Mountains

Barrett in the Mountains

Name/Title

William Barrett in the Mountains

Entry/Object ID

CRHS 2013.56

Description

William Barrett standing on a ledge probably on the side of Mt. Megunticook near Megunticook Lake and his farm near the Turnpike Drive He was known as "Wild Bill Barrett" because of his lifestyle and appearance. He was also known as the Camden Mountaineer.

Collection

Historical Photographs of Camden

Acquisition

Accession

CRHS 2013.56

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1885

Place

Location

Maine/ Knox County/ Camden

Lexicon

Search Terms

Barrett family, Camden, Mt. Megunticook, early settlers