This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hamilton, Randall, Curit, Baldwin, Smith Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/xFh.2ACEB/4536 Message Board Post: June 3, 2006 ~~~ Chebeague Island "Creating Community: The Hamilton Connection" is an exhibit and lecture series at the Chebeague Island Historical Society that follows the evolution of the island community through the entrepreneurial endeavors of its largest extended family. 250 years ago, Ambrose Hamilton settled Chebeague Island. His relatives and descendents would go on to play key roles in the stone slooping industry, the hotel/boarding house era, and small island businesses. Historical documents on display at the Museum of Chebeague History starting June 3 will include photographs, genealogical records, personal diaries, brochures, newspaper articles, land deeds, and business ledgers. An extended Hamilton family reunion is scheduled for July. The museum is open daily from 1-4:30; for more information, please call (207) 846-5237.