Saturday, October 3 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Penobscot Valley Country Club
366 Main Street, Orono
Join the Bangor Historical Society for Liberty & Legacy: BHS Annual Awards Night, an evening celebrating those who have made a lasting impact on our community and its history, while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States and the Declaration of Independence.
Guests are invited to embrace the spirit of the evening by dressing in patriotic colors or as a favorite historical figure. The celebration will include a buffet-style dinner, the presentation of the Bangor Historical Society’s annual awards, and a special opportunity to experience a remarkable piece of American history.
2026 Award Honorees:
George Hale
Judge John E. Godfrey Eye Witness to History Award
Bangor Savings Bank
Founding Fathers Preservation & Stewardship Award
Michael Pullen, AIA, LEED AP, Artifex Architects & Engineers
Nelson E. Durgin Generations of Service Award
In honor of this historic milestone, the Bangor Historical Society’s rare William Stone engraving of the Declaration of Independence will make a special trip to Orono and be on display for guests during the evening.
Tickets
Individual: $75
Couple: $140
Table of 8: $560
To purchase tickets, please visit: https://bangorhistoricalsociety.org/event/liberty-legacy/
We hope you’ll join us on October 3 for a memorable evening celebrating history, preservation, service, and the people who help keep our shared stories alive.
Thank you to our sponsors: Cross Insurance & The City of Bangor
