Using the resources available at the University of Southern Maine’s Franco-American Collection, we are doing a deep dive into the history and culture of Maine’s Franco and Francophone communities. Join us for monthly discussions about the importance of history, community, and stories.
Concluding this two-episode series, Anna tours the Biddeford Mills Museum and the larger Pepperell Mill Campus.
Our tour guide, David Bishop, worked at the former Pepperell Mill for more than three decades. He has volunteered with the museum for many years and shares many of its secrets in this episode.
Welcome, and happy listening! Merci, et très bonne écoute!
Interviewee: David Bishop
Interviewer: Anna Faherty
Narration & edits: Patrick Lacroix, Anderson Smith & Anna Faherty
Music: Robert Sylvain
25 Aug 2026
Episode 27: Biddeford Mills Museum Part I
With this episode, we are happy to introduce a new member of the Pathways team, Anderson Smith. A New Hampshire native, Anderson serves as the archivist at the Acadian Archives in Fort Kent.
In this two-episode series, Anna tours the Biddeford Mills Museum, a historical interpretation center located in a historic mill building that overlooks the Saco River.
Our tour guide, David Bishop, worked at the former Pepperell Mill for more than three decades. He has volunteered with the museum for many years and shares many of its secrets in this episode.
Welcome, and happy listening! Merci, et très bonne écoute!
Interviewee: David Bishop
Interviewer: Anna Faherty
Narration & edits: Patrick Lacroix & Anderson Smith
Music: Robert Sylvain
31 Jul 2026
Episode 26: Music & Identity with Joe Boucher
In this episode, Anna and Maureen sit down with Joe Boucher.
Joe is an accomplished songwriter, musician, and performer. In this interview, we learn about his life journey, his musical influences, and the history and Franco-American heritage of Biddeford.
Joe kindly shared songs that we are including at the beginning and end of this episode. We hope you will enjoy his pieces and take a moment to explore his music.
Welcome, and happy listening! Merci, et très bonne écoute!
Interested in checking out Joe's music? Follow this link (https://www.joebouchermusic.com/).
Interviewee: Joe Boucher
Interviewers: Anna Faherty & Maureen Perry
Narration: Patrick Lacroix
Editing: Anna Faherty & Patrick Lacroix
Music: Joe Boucher
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Anna Faherty
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