The Chapman-Hall House Historic Site on upper Main Street in Damariscotta opens for the season June 10 and 11 with the special event, Three Traditions. This year’s program offers insights into three of the roles very important to Midcoast Maine: the tradesmen of the Colonial period, the woodworker, the seafarer and his navigational instruments, and the role of the Colonial militiaman/settler. Dressed in mid-18th century costumes, living history professionals will share with visitors a look at life in colonial Maine using the skills of the time.

Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, and noon and 3 p.m. on Sunday, William Payson of Camden will discuss woodworking and the spring pole lathe; Paul Daiute of Hallowell will talk about the early settlers and their role in the militia; and Jeff Miller of Waldoboro will discuss the navigational tools used by seafarers who called the Midcoast home.

Because this special event is designed to be an ongoing, informal visit, specific times for presentations are therefore not scheduled. Admission to visit with the presenters is free, but donations are appreciated to help support the preservation work at Chapman-Hall House. Tours of the house will be offered, admission charge is $5.

Chapman-Hall House, one of three historic sites under the care of Lincoln County Historical Association, is located at 270 Main Street, Damariscotta. During June, July and August, week-long summer programs for children will be held at the sites. For complete details visit the LCHA website and click on Summer with the Past.

The Lincoln County Historical Association is a nonprofit organization that provides stewardship for the 1754 Chapman-hall House, the 1761 Pownalborough Courthouse in Dresden, and the 1811 Old Jail and Museum in Wiscasset. For more information about the Lincoln County Historical Association, visit www.lincolncountyhistory.com ; also on Facebook at Lincoln County Historical Association Maine.