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Books in the Peabody Research Library

The Library has over 1,000 books in its collection.  It is organized using the Dewey Classification and Sears Subject Headings.  Books can be accessed through the card catalog and cover such topics as:

American Architecture Maine Architecture New England Architecture
Interior Architectural Details Building Restoration Techniques Adaptive Use and Reuse
Storefronts and Streetscapes Preservation History General History References
Maine and Portland Histories Local Maine Town Histories Paint, Hardware and Lighting
Wallpaper and Wall Stencils Furniture and Textiles Museum Administration
Exterior Construction Gardening and Landscaping Funding for Historic Preservation
Preservation Legislation Environmental Conservation Tax Credits and Easements
Regional Planning and Urban Renewal Flooring, Fireplaces and Chimneys