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Edmund S. Muskie papers Table of contents Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors and commemoratives Appointments, elections & service
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Artwork & gifts 3 Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. 6 Commemoratives 14 Honorary degrees & academic citations 20 Honorary memberships 23 Passes, tickets & licenses 26 Proclamations, resolutions & memorials 27
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 1 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Appointments, elections & service Certificate, summoning Muskie to serve as a Representative in the 93rd Legislature of the State of Maine Nov. 25, 1946
Paper, with seal. Artifact no. 2.278 Certificate, summoning Muskie to serve as a Representative in the 94th Legislature of the State of Maine Dec. 10, 1948
Paper, with seal. Artifact no. 2.277 Certificate, summoning Muskie to serve as a Representative in the 95th Legislature of the State of Maine Dec. 4, 1950
Paper, with seal. Artifact no. 2.276 Plaque recognizing Muskie as AMVETS National Executive Director 1951
Wood Plaque with metal area shaped like an open book, with two AMVETS medallions and inscribed "Presented to Edmund S. Muskie AMVETS National Executive Director 1951 In Recognition of Unselfish Devotion and Outstanding Leadership to Amvets.” Artifact no. 2.144
Certificate of Qualification, governor Jan. 3, 1957
Paper certificate with seal and black ribbon; received in blue hardcover folder with" United States Senate" and Senate seal in gold embossing. Artifact no. 2.054
Certificate, U.S. Senate election Dec. 3, 1958
Declaration that Muskie had been elected Senator from Maine, signed by Maine Secretary of State and Muskie. Paper, with seal. 10.5" x 16" Artifact no. 4.094
Certificate, U.S. Senate plaque of membership Jan. 7, 1959 Framed certificate, partially printed on glass, honoring Muskie's first election to the Senate. 16” x 13” total size. Artifact no. 2.059
Certificate, Muskie designated to read Washington's farewell address Feb. 21, 1964
Artifact no. 2.224 Certificate, appointment to Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission Aug. 12, 1964
Paper with paper seal. 23” x 19” Signed by Dean Rusk and Lyndon Johnson. Artifact no. 2.201
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 2 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Certificate, Presidential electors from Maine Dec. 2, 1968
Certification of Joseph Freeman, William Jabine, Phyllis Murphy Ellis and Laurier Raymond, Jr. as electors of the President and Vice President. Signed by Maine Secretary of State and Governor Curtis. Artifact no. 2.283
Certificate, Electors' Certificate of Their Votes Dec. 16, 1968
Certification of Joseph Freeman, William Jabine, Phyllis Murphy Ellis and Laurier Raymond, Jr. of their votes for Humphrey and Muskie. Signed by the electors. Artifact no. 2.284
Certificate, Election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences May 14, 1969
Artifact no. 2.238
Certificate, U.S. Senate re-election Nov. 18, 1970 Declaration that Muskie had been elected Senator from Maine, signed by Maine Secretary of State Joseph V. Edgar and Governor Kenneth M. Curtis. Paper, with seal. 10.5" x 16" Artifact no. 2.280
Certificate, U.S. Senate re-election Nov. 16, 1976
Declaration that Muskie had been elected Senator from Maine, signed by Maine Secretary of State and Governor James B. Longley. Paper, with seal. 10.5" x 16" Artifact no. 2.281
Nomination, Secretary of State May 5, 1980
Letter signed by Jimmy Carter to the Senate of the United States nominating Muskie to be Secretary of State, and envelope with official seal. Framed. 28" x 15" total. Artifact no. 2.282
Certificate of appointment as Secretary of State May 8, 1980
Framed certificate with Presidential seal and signed by Jimmy Carter and Warren Christopher. Overall size 27” x 24” Artifact no. 2.074
Certificate, appointment to Tower Commission Dec. 1, 1986
Paper with paper seal, mounted on foam board. 23” x 19” Certificate of appointment to the President's Special Review Board (Tower Commission). Signed by George P. Shultz and Ronald Regan. Artifact no. 2.092
Certificate, Environmental Law Institute Recognition Dec. 6, 1989
Framed certificate for service on ELI Board of Directors. 21”. x 25.25” total. Artifact no. 2.057
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 3 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Artwork & gifts Letter, Edward Cavanaugh (Gov. of Me.) to Marcus Morton (Gov. of Mass.)
8 .5" x 13.35", framed original letter. Artifact no. 2.274 Mar. 13, 1843 Root club, birch, paint circa 1950
War-bonneted head, roots sharpened, chip carving. Approx. 19" long. Atttributed to Ronald "Senabeh" Francis, Penobscot. Artifact no. 2.245
Root club, birch, paint, inscribed with an "M" circa 1950
War-bonneted head, roots sharpened, chip carving. Approx. 23" long. Attributed to Russell Joe (Granton Russell Joseph), Penobscot. Artifact no. 2.246
Baseball holder, wooden with metal plaque, from Averell Harriman 1956
Presentation piece designed to hold baseballs 2.101, 2.102 and 2.103. Artifact no. 2.104
Baseball, autographed by New York Mets 1956 Baseball signed by the 1956 Mets. With 2.101, 2.103 and 2.104, one of 24 sets presented by Averell Harriman to all Democratic governors at the 1956 governors' convention. (source: Time magazine, July 9, 1956) Artifact no. 2.102
Baseball, autographed by New York Yankees 1956 Baseball signed by the 1956 Yankees. Along with 2.102, 2.103 and 2.104, one of 24 sets presented by Averell Harriman to all Democratic governors at the 1956 governors' convention. Artifact no. 2.101
Baseball, autographed by Brooklyn Dodgers 1956 Baseball signed by the 1956 Brooklyn Dodgers. With 2.101, 2.102 and 2.104, one of 24 sets presented by Averell Harriman to all Democratic governors at the 1956 governors' convention. Artifact no. 2.103
Stamp and print, wild turkey 1956
Print of a wild Turkey by Bob Hines, with 3 cent postage stamp featuring print affixed below it; presented by National Wildlife Federation in honor of 1957 National Wildlife Week. Artifact no. 2.228
Baseball, inscribed, possibly by Ted Williams (?) circa 1959 ?
Inscription to "Senator Muskie" is extremely faint, possibly by Ted Williams. If signed by Williams, the ball probably dates from around 1958-1960. Artifact no. 2.247
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 4 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Artwork & gifts (continued) Stamps and Certificate, in memory of John F. Kennedy May 29, 1964
Certificate, with four five-cent JFK memorial stamps on it. "In Memory of John Fitzgerald Kennedy May 29, 1964 Presented to Edmund S. Muskie by John A. Gronouski, Postmaster General of the United States." Total size: 11.5" x 14" Previously framed. Artifact no. 2.096
Print, Adlai Stevenson portrait 1966
Artist signed proof of print of Adlai Stevenson in profile, by Dreyfuss (?). Letter on back dated 1970 from Art Lowenthal of Chicago, encouraging Muskie to run for the Presidency and discussing the print. Print approx. 8.5" x 11" With frame, 15" x 18" total. Artifact no. 2.275
Portrait, Muskie at Le Club Calumet 1970
Pencil drawing on paper. 14.5 “ x 17”. Artist: Joseph Emile Poulin Artifact no. 2.256
Portrait, Muskie by Stermer [1970]
Photographic duplication of a portrait; original may be a wood block print. Matted, previously framed. Image: 13.75 “ x 19.25 “ w/ mat: 20.5 “ x 26.25” Artifact no. 2.257
Portrait, Edmund S. Muskie 1971
Woodblock print on paper, headshot of Muskie. 12.5“ x 19.75”. Artist: Lent Artifact no. 2.258
Portrait, Edmund S. Muskie 1971
Woodblock print on paper, headshot of Muskie. Duplicate of 1/022. 12.5 “ x 19.75” Artifact no. 2.259
Print, Muskie 1971 Artist print poster, with Muskie portrait and quote: "Let us all work together to create a new coalition for change in America". 1 of 100. 17” x 23“. Artist: (Slim?) Rosenbaum Artifact no. 2.251
Print, "A New Beginning" 1972
Artist print poster, with "Muskie". No. 5 of 30. 20" x 26". Artist: A. Polau Artifact no. 1.026
Print, Muskie Jan. 19, 1972
Colorful poster with "Muskie" at top and bottom, stylized trees, stars, birds and fish in rows between. Framed. Artifact no. 2.200
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 5 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Artwork & gifts (continued) Caricature, pen and ink, Edmund S. Muskie May 14, 1972
Paper ripped from a sketchbook, approx. 8.5" x 11". Signature indicates it was drawn at American Czestochowa in Doylestown, Pa. Accompanied by an invitation to an exhibit at that location and date, autographed by the artist. Artifact no. 2.197
Crystal (lead glass) artwork, "Salmon Pool", a Steuben Glass piece by James Houston 1974
Donated to Bates College by Nelon A. Rockefeller in 1974, to honor Muskie's environmental work, particularly on the National Commission on Water Quality. Approx. 6" x 6" x 4". Storage case. Artifact no. 2.248
Bust, bronze, Edmund S. Muskie Sept. 30, 1974
Bronze bust of Muskie, mounted on a black cube. Approx. 19" x 11" x 9" total. Given to the archives by the Maine State Museum, which had assigned it the number L74.110.1 Accompanied by an invitation to an event held by Gov. Curtis to honor Muskie, followed by the presentation of the bust "to the People of Maine" at the Maine State Museum. Artifact no. 2.198
Bowl, silver reproduction Paul Revere by Oneida, with Carter and Ted Kennedy autographs
Artifact no. 2.106 circa 1976 Print, White House with inscription and autographs from Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter 1981
Print 4/550 of a watercolor by Howard W. Watson of marchers with pro-Carter signs in front of the White House. Inscribed "To Ed -- With gratitude for your contributions to your nation -- We will never forget your friendship and support. [signed] Jimmy Carter [and] Rosalynn Carter". Matted, previously framed. Total size: 28.5" x 26" Artifact no. 2.095
Portrait, Edmund S. Muskie circa 1994
Pencil on paper, headshot of Muskie as he appeared c. 1994. Drawn by a page in the Maine state legislature. 12“ x 17.75”. Artist: Absolom "Smitty" Dow Artifact no. 1.021
Christmas card, framed, President and Mrs. Clinton 1999
Framed White House Christmas Card, with signatures of Bill and Hillary Rodham Clinton. 13.75” x 18.25” total size. Artifact no. 2.062
Poster, Muskie quote "Only two kinds of politics" n.d.
Paper poster with Muskie portrait and quote: "There are only two kinds of politics . . . the politics of fear, and the politics of trust". Mass produced. 16“ x 20“ Artifact no. 2.254
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 6 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Artwork & gifts (continued) Portrait, Edmund S. Muskie n.d.
Charcoal and ink on paper, headshot of Muskie as he appeared c. 1960. 14.5“ x 20“. Artist: John McCurry. Artifact no. 2.262
Portrait, Edmund S. Muskie n.d.
Pencil on paper, headshot of Muskie as he appeared c. 1968. 11“ x 16”. Artist: Joanne Ayotte Artifact no. 2.261
Portrait/greeting card, Muskie as Lincoln n.d.
Pastel drawing of Muskie as Lincoln. With inscription, "Happy Lincolns' (sic) Birthday Your (sic) still tops with us -- the Nowodzinski's". Total size 18“ x 24” Artifact no. 2.263
Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. Certificate, Polish American Veterans of World War 2, Inc. Oct. 5, 1954
Artifact no. 2.219 Certificate, membership World Trade Center in New England circa 1955
Artifact no. 2.210 Key to the city of Manchester, N.H. circa 1955
Large metal key with "J.T. Benoit, Mayor" on one side and "Manchester N.H." on the other. Artifact no. 2.125
Plaque, from Maine Department of AMVETS Feb. 26, 1955
Wood plaque with metal garland, AMVETS seal and inscribed area. "Awarded to Edmund S. Muskie Governor of Maine for Outstanding and Meritorious Service to Veterans repesented by Maine Department of AMVETS” Artifact no. 2.141
Certificate, Boys' Clubs of America Golden Anniversary Award 1956
Artifact no. 2.212 Key to the city of Lewiston, Me. 1956
Large metal key with "G. Rancourt Mayor" on one side and "Lewiston Maine" on the other, engraved with the date 1956. Artifact no. 2.120
Citation and Testimonial, Massachusetts Committee of Catholics, Protestants, and Jews Artifact no. 2.049 May 17, 1956
Civic Citation from the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America Oct. 9, 1956
Hand-lettered and illuminated certificate mounted on wood; created by the Scroll Studio of Chicago. Overall size approx. 13” x 17” Artifact no. 2.068
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 7 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. (continued) Certificate, Maine Elks Youth Congress May 4, 1957
"as an outstanding young governor whose paramount interest is the progress of the youth of Maine" Artifact no. 2.214
Bowl, Newport sterling silver, commemorating Jane Muskie Day in Waterville, Me. May 20, 1957
Engraved: "Jane Muskie Day May 20, 1957 from the Citizens of Waterville" Artifact no. 2.118
Award, Service Citation of Honor, Farmington State Teachers College June 9, 1957
Artifact no. 2.003 Certificate, Brotherhood Award from the Chicago Conference for Brotherhood, Inc. Aug. 19, 1957
Presented to Muskie "A Democrat and a Catholic in the Protestant State of Republican Maine, who has always stood tall for Brotherhood." Artifact no. 2.053
Certificate, American Order of General Pulaski Oct. 11, 1957
Raising Muskie to the rank of Grand Commander. Artifact no. 2.221 Certificate, Kiwanis International recognition and appreciation for promoting highway safety
Artifact no. 2.209 Nov. 1, 1957 Paperweight, Boy Scouts 1958
Clear resin/plastic block with medal suspended inside. Medal has the Boy Scout logo and motto on one side with the date 1958, and is inscribed "In Appreciation Hon. Edmund S. Muskie" on the other. Artifact no. 2.136
Plaque, Boy Scout Week 1958 1958
Wood plaque with laminated paperboard Boy Scouts seal, with inscriptions on paper under plastic: "To the Honorable Edmund S. Muskie Governor, State of Maine" and "Presented Boy Scout Week 1958 / We will do our best for the cause of safety / Boy Scouts of America". Artifact no. 2.143
Plaque from Hilltop School for Retarded Children Boy Scouts troop 416 1958
Wood shield-shaped plaque with metal shield mounted on it. Features Boy Scouts of America logo, and engraved: "Edmund S. Muskie Honorary Committeeman Hilltop School for Retarded Children Troop 416 Waterville, Maine" Artifact no. 2.137
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 8 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. (continued) Trophy, National Hot Dog Month July 1958
Small trophy featuring highly realistic metal cast of a hot dog in bun mounted on top of stone with plaque engraved: "National Hot Dog Month / July 1958 / Gov. Edmund S. Muskie". Approx. 6" x 3" x 3" Artifact no. 2.158
Gavel, presented by American Legion post of Waterville Dec. 13, 1958
Wood gavel with metal plates and seal. Award from the Borque Lanigan Post. Artifact no. 2.126
Certificate, guest speaker at Rotary Club of Presque Isle July 28, 1958 Artifact no. 2.211
Certificate, Veritas et Caritas award Feb. 15, 1959
Man-of-the-year award from Dziennik Chigagoski (The Polish Daily News). Photographs PR000728 through PR000731 are of this event. Artifact no. 2.097
Certificate, John Januszewski's Boosters, Inc. Oct. 30, 1960
Artifact no. 2.223 Plaque, from the State of Israel Bond Organization Dec. 3, 1960
Engraved metal mounted on wood. Map of Israel on top, with dedication: "IN WARM APPRECIATION OF HIS CONTINUING FRIENDSHIP FOR THE STATE OF ISRAEL AND HIS STEADFAST SUPPORT OF HER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Presented at the AMERICAN-ISRAEL BALL held in his honor at Lewiston, Maine December 3, 1960." Overall size approx. 11.5" x 22.75" Photograph of presentation at PR000737. Artifact no. 2.065
Certificate, Guardian of Berlin's Freedom Sept. 21, 1961
Issued by U.S. Army Berlin Command, awarded to Muskie, "having ventured east of the Elbe and having indicated his sympathy and support for the cause of freedom in this divided City has taken a place in the forefront of free World resistance to communism", signed by the commanding Brigadier General. Artifact no. 2.240
Certificate, Guardian of the Outpost of Democracy Sept. 21, 1961
Issued by 3rd Battle Group 6th Infantry, awarded to Muskie, "having undergone the hazards of travel behind the Iron Curtain and because of your exemplary behavior in the encircled city of Berlin ..." Artifact no. 2.241
Certificate, Tribute from the Maine Association for Retarded Children Oct. 26, 1962
Artifact no. 2.205
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 9 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. (continued) Certificate, Congressional Founding Member of The United States Capitol Historical Society
Artifact no. 2.244 1963 Trophy, Silver Helmet Award Apr. 6, 1963
Award given to Muskie by AMVETS. Metal base with WWII-style helmet with leather strap mounted on it. Base is inscribed: "AMVETS CONGRESSIONAL AWARD / Presented to U. S. Senator Edmund S. Muskie / In recognition of enlightened service to the people / in voting from both mind and heart with personal modesty / and a stubborn spirit of independence in the / best traditions of his state for issues and ideas / serving our progress as a nation". Artifact no. 2.199
Certificate, AMVETS Congressional Award of 1962 Apr. 6, 1963
Artifact no. 2.237 Plaque, award from the shoe manufacturing industry Oct. 1963
Bronze mounted on wood, with dedication: ". . . A TOKEN OF ESTEEM AND IN GRATEFUL APPRECIATION OF HIS EFFORTS ON BEHALF OF THE SHOE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY BY THE FOREIGN TRADE COMMITTEE . . . NATIONAL SHOE MANUFACURERS ASSOCIATION, NEW ENGLAND SHOE & LEATHER ASSOCIATION, ST. LOUIS SHOE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION" Shield-shaped, overall size approx. 14" x 18" Artifact no. 2.067
Certificate, Delta Sigma Rho-Tau Kappa Alpha Distinguished Alumni Award 1964
Artifact no. 2.206 Plaque, U.A.W. Citizenship Award Jan. 18, 1964
Laminated wood plaque, reads: "In recognition of his service and devotion in support of liberal government, as exemplified by the 'new frontier' and its programs. For his efforts to safeguard the health of the public through legislation; to protect that public in the field of air and water pollution." Artifact no. 2.122
Certificate, Certificate of Appreciation from Temple Beth El Brotherhood of Portland, Me.
Artifact no. 2.213 May 10, 1964 Certificate, Skowhegan Citizen Emeritus May 30, 1964
Artifact no. 2.202 Certificate, Assembly of Captive European Nations Tenth Anniversary Commemorative Medal Mar. 1, 1965
"In Recognition of Outstanding Services for The Cause of Freedom in East-Central Europe" : Albania, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania” Artifact no. 2.217
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 10 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. (continued) Certificate, "Georgie Quacker" Clean Water Merit Award Apr. 13, 1965
Award from the Association County Commissioners of Georgia. Mounted on paperboard. Artifact no. 2.230
Award, Richard Beatty Mellon Award, The Air Pollution Control Association June 21, 1965
Artifact no. 2.045 Trophy, metal coin on wood base, from President Johnson Sept. 1967
Wood base with metal plate engraved "To: E.S.M. For his vigilence in Vietnam" Sept. 1967 LBJ". Large coin on top bears image of LBJ on front and quote from LBJ on back. Artifact no. 2.127
Plaque, award for water quality legislation from the Oyster Institute of North America July 1968
Engraved metal mounted on wood. "Presented to Senator Edmund S. Muskie for Sponsoring and Achieving Legislation to Preserve and Enhance Water Quality of the Rivers, Lakes, and Estuaries of our Nation. With Gratitude from the Members of the Molluscan Industry who are the Beneficiaries of his Dedicated Service." Chevron shaped, approx. 12" x 16" Artifact no. 2.064
Bowl, silver reproduction Paul Revere by Alvin, with engraving Sept. 15, 1968
Engraved: “To commemorate the visit of Senator Edmund Sixtus Muskie to the Polish community of East Baltimore on Sunday September 15, 1968.” Artifact no. 2.119
Certificate, crating Muskie "Count of Pulaski" by Pulaski County, Arkansas Sept. 20, 1968
Artifact no. 2.222 Plate, carved wood Oct. 1968
From the Polish Veterans in Exile Post #40 in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. Circular, approx. 13” diameter. Artifact no. 2.071
Certificate, Greetings from the City of Los Angeles Dec. 20, 1968
Certificate in the style of an illuminated manuscript page. Paper, with seal and ribbon. 14" x 17.5", including mounting. Artifact no. 2.079
Plaque, from Congressional Secretaries Club Apr. 12, 1969
Engraved metal mounted on wood. "The 1969 Man of the Year," with dedication: "When Senator Muskie came out of Maine/ He stood so tall with a view so clear/ He won a country if not a campaign/ And became for all the Man of the Year." Chevron-shaped, approx. 13" x 15.5". Artifact no. 2.066
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 11 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. (continued) Menu, Lotos Club State Dinner in honor of Muskie May 14, 1969
Artifact no. 2.234 Award, Bronfman Prize for Public Health Achievement 1970
Award from the American Public Health Association. Black plastic frame with printed prize information behind a Lucite block. Artifact no. 2.121
Certificate, Four Freedoms Award 1971
"in recognition of his inspired leadership and outstanding accomplishments in advancing the cause of freedom and human dignity for his wisdom and extraordinary judgment in national and world affairs and for his struggle to perpetuate the Four Freedoms as they were enunciated by our late President Franklin D. Roosevelt: Freedom of Speech and Worship, Freedom from Want and Fear" Artifact no. 2.239
Urn, silver plate, engraved, presented to Josephine Muskie 1972
Engraved "Polonia's Mother of the Year 1972 Josephine Czarnecka Muskie / National Shrine of our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, Penna." Artifact no. 2.105
Plaque from Eastern Maine Development District 1974
Wood plaque with smaller metal area, both in the shape of the State of Maine. Inscribed "Presented to Senator Edmund S. Muskie in Recognition of his Outstanding Contributions to the Economic Development of the State of Maine as Governor and United States Senator" Artifact no. 2.147
Award, mounted photograph and certificate from Cornell University Feb. 26, 1975
Cornell University photograph of campus mounted above a piece of paper with calligraphy. Overall size approx. 13.5" x 22". Artifact no. 2.236
Award, South Portland High School, for Outstanding Service Jun 11, 1975
Artifact no. 2.027 Plaque commemorating Muskie's contributions to Lewiston Bicentennial Celebration July 5, 1975
Wood plaque with several metal attachments, including the statement "Proud of its heritage confident in its future" under the seal of the City of Lewiston. Engraved area reads "Presented to U.S. Senator Edmund S. Muskie for Special Contributions to the Lewiston Bicentennial Celebration July 5, 1975.” Artifact no. 2.148
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 12 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. (continued) Poster, Dinner in Honor of Sen. Edmund S. Muskie for Leadership in Environmental Protection Feb. 17, 1977
Sponsored by National Resources Defense Council, Maine Audubon Society, and Natural Resources Council of Maine. Artifact no. 2.041
Plaque, Heritage Award presented by the Polish-American Congress Illinois Division Oct. 9, 1977
Hand-lettered and illuminated certificate mounted on wood; created by Scriptorium Benedictine Chicago. Overall size approx. 13” x 17” Artifact no. 2.069
Plaque, Loring AFB Strategic Air Command Jan. 1980
Wood plaque with Strategic Air Command logo and metal area engraved: "Senator E.S. Muskie / Loring AFB, Maine / Jan 1980" Artifact no. 2.150
Certificate, special resolution from the Environmental Industry Council Feb. 28, 1980 Framed certificate, outlining Muskie's contributions to environmental protection. Overall size 20” x 24” Artifact no. 2.070
Certificate, California resolution commending Secretary Muskie Dec. 2, 1980
Resolution of the Assembly Rules Committee of the California Legislature honoring and commending Secretary Muskie on his "distinguished career of public service". Paper, with seal. 11” x 18 “ Artifact no. 2.085
Plaque, Nelson A. Rockefeller Award from the New York Water Pollution Control Association 1981
Wood shield-shaped plaque with medallion containing relief bust of Rockefeller. Personalized area reads: "Presented to Edmund S. Muskie for distinguished and outstanding leadership and initiative in advancing public support for more effective water pollution control / 1981 / New York Water Pollution Control Association". Artifact no. 2.149
Plaque, For God & Country Distinguished Service Award, Department of Maine American Legion Feb. 17, 1981
Wood with large metal engraved area and US American Legion seal. Artifact no. 2.146 Certificate, Kennebunk/Kennebunkport Chamber of Commerce Mar. 6, 1981
Artifact no. 2.232 Certificate and merit badges, Pine Tree Distinguished Citizen Award May 25, 1983
Certificate and merit badges mounted on paperboard. Merit badges include "Citizenship in the Community", "Citizenship in the Nation", "Citizenship in the World", "Gardening", and "Golf", plus a badge for Pine Tree Council Maine. Artifact no. 2.233
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 13 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. (continued) Certificate, Benjamin Elijah Mays Award June 1984
Paper certificate awarded to Muskie by the Bates College alumni association and signed by President Reynolds. Yellowed from sunlight exposure while framed. 8.5" x 11" Artifact no. 2.152
Plaque with Arabic inscription received during trip to Dubai, in presentation case 1986
Artifact no. 2.117 Certificate of Appreciation from District of Columbia Dec. 11, 1986
Certificate of Appreciation from the Government of the District of Columbia, "FOR SERVICES GIVEN IN SUPPORT OF EFFORTS TO SECURE WASHINGTON, D.C. AND THE NATIONAL CAPITAL AREA AS THE SITE FOR THE 1988 DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION." Signed by Executive Secretary Clifton B. Smith and Mayor Marion Barry. Paper, with seal and ribbon. 14” x 11” Artifact no. 2.080
Certificate, Environmental Law Institute award Dec. 2, 1987
Award to Muskie "IN RECOGNITION OF OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE IMPROVEMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL LAW AND POLICY". Includes summary of these areas of Muskie's career. Paper, 16" x 20" Artifact no. 2.086
Certificate honoring Muskie for more than 50 years in the Maine State Bar Association Paper certificate. Artifact no. 2.134 June 18, 1990 Certificate, Maine Bar Foundation Dana Award Jan. 17, 1992
Framed certificate with brief biography and discussion of Muskie. 17.75” x 24.5”. total size. Artifact no. 2.056
Plaque, Georgetown University President's Medal Nov. 7, 1994
Mounted certificate. 13.75” x 11.5” total size. Artifact no. 2.060 Plaque, Certificate of Appreciation from America's Clean Water Foundation circa 2002
Certificate enclosed on wood plaque, 10.5" x 13", reads: "In grateful recognition for his vision, wisdom, leadership and commitment in framing this Nation's Clean Water Act and for his role as the Co-chair of the Year of Clean Water Board of Governors." With seals from USDA, USEPA, Army Corps of Engineers, etc.
Certificate, American Political Science Association Congressional Distinguished Service Award n.d.
Mounted certificate describing Muskie's accomplishments in the Senate, 14” x 18” total. Artifact no. 2.061
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 14 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Awards, certificates, plaques, etc. (continued) Certificate, Isaak Walton League of America n.d.
National lifetime membership awarded "In Grateful Recognition of his Sincere Participation as a True Defender of America's Soils, Woods, Waters and Wildlife ..." Artifact no. 2.229
Key to the city of Portland, Me. n.d.
Small decorative metal key with flat back. Artifact no. 2.115 Plaque, "Outstanding Son of Maine Award" shaped like state of Maine n.d.
Wood plaque with metal area inscribed: "Outstanding Son of Maine Award Presented by The Maine Council, The New England Council To the Honorable Edmund S. Muskie / Your distinguished career of public service has won international recognition and your fellow State of Maine members of the New England Council welcome this opportunity to recognize you for having brought honor and distinction to your native State." Artifact no. 2.142
Commemoratives Commemoratives mounted on board, two medals and button for centennial of Kingfield, Maine 1916
One medal depicting Governor King House on front, one medal depicting Chain Bridge, and a button depicting Mane's First Governor William King, all mounted on a small piece of paper board. Accompanied by a note from Howard N. Gray reading "Charles Ferris, proprietor of the Kingfield Super Market, found these in an old building in Kingfield. Except for a few others he has, these are believed to be the only medals like this around. Charlie thought you might like these." Artifact no. 2.130
Box (container), crafted from newspaper images, twine, and plastic sheet, lined with gold paper circa 1954
Hexagonal box, approx. 7" x 7" x 4". Craft made using published photographs from around the time of Muskie's 1954 inauguration. Artifact no. 2.196
Commemorative photo album from Walsh Construction Company of South Portland, Maine Nov. 7, 1955
Faux leather cover embossed with "Presented to / Governor Edmund P. (sic) Muskie / in Commemoration of the Production of / the 100,000th / 750lb. Bomb, Demolition T54 E3 / Produced November 7, 1955 / by / Walsh Construction Company / Ordnance Division / South Portland, Maine / A.A. Kirby, Project Manager". Contains wire-bound scrapbook with plastic insert pages. 25 photographs have been removed and are cataloged under PR0189. Artifact no. 2.140
Scrapbook, This is Your Night, Governor Edmund S. Muskie, Sponsored by Le Club Calumet, Augusta, Maine Apr. 27, 1955
Artifact no. 2.046
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 15 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Commemoratives (continued) Souvenir, The Bill of Rights printed like a dollar bill Apr. 19, 1956
Bill of Rights printed to look like a dollar bill, with a colonial patriot on the front. Printed by Lexington Town Celebrations Committee in honor of Patriot's Day. "Presented to President Dwight D. Eisenhower and the Governors of the forty-eight States, Hawaii, Alaska and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico ..." Mounted. Artifact no. 2.269
Plate, Mackinac Bridge commemorative circa 1957
Ceramic plate. Back reads "Plate designed especially for G. Mennen Williams, Governor of Michigan." Front has a hand painted view of the Mackinac Bridge and a boat, with G. Mennen Williams' signature on bottom and "Governor G. Mennen Williams Extends Greetings to Maine" at top. Artifact no. 2.123
Plate, Mackinac Bridge commemorative circa 1957
Ceramic plate. Back reads "Plate designed especially for G. Mennen Williams, Governor of Michigan." Front has a hand painted view of the Mackinac Bridge and a boat, with G. Mennen Williams' signature on bottom and “ESM” at top. Artifact no. 2.124
Plaque, commemoration of catching a sailfish 1957
News stories with pictures and certificate from the West Palm Beach Fishing Club, laminated on wood. 20” x 17.5” Artifact no. 2.063
Booklet about the Governor's Grove from Minute Maid Corporation May 20, 1958
Wire-bound scrapbook with letters, a map and photographs telling Gov. Muskie about the tree planted in his honor in the Minute Maid Governor's Grove. Artifact no. 2.138
Commemorative sword/letter opener from the governors' conference 1959
Small metal sword, with engraving "Congerencia de gobernadores" on one side and "Caribe Hilton 1959" on the other. Artifact no. 2.113
Ceremonial pen circa 1962
Pen used by President Kennedy signing a bill, given to ESM with plaque. Photograph PR000642 was removed from a piece of wood (plaque) which had a groove holding the pen. The piece of wood was subsequently damaged and de-accessioned. Artifact no. 2.098
Flight Certificate, Presidential helicopter Aug. 1962
Artifact no. 2.218 John F. Kenney autographed speech Oct. 19, 1963
Kennedy's reading copy of the speech he gave at the University of Maine Orono, with his handwritten edits and inscription: "For (?) Ed Muskie -- Who brought me here from his friend John F. Kennedy". Artifact no. 2.220
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 16 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Commemoratives (continued) Memorial card, John F. Kennedy Nov. 1963
Card reading "In Memoriam / Jon Fitzgerald Kennedy / 35th President of The United States of America / May 29, 1917 / Nov. 22, 1963 / "Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country." Inaugural Address" Artifact no. 2.273
Publication, "Eulogies to the Late President Delivered in the Rotunda of the United States Capitol" Nov. 24, 1963
Publication of the United States Goverment Priting Office, 1963. Artifact no. 2.270 Ceremonial pen in frame Dec. 17, 1963
Pen used by President Johnson in signing the 1963 Air Pollution Act. Framed by Cohen's picture store of Washington, D.C. Artifact no. 2.100
Ceremonial pen in frame July 31, 1964
Pen used by President Johnson in signing the proclamation "Warsaw Uprising Day". Framed by Cohen's picture store of Washington, D.C. Artifact no. 2.099
Ceremonial ink pen in box July 30, 1965
Pen used by President Johnson to sign H.R. 6675, An Act to provide a hospital insurance program for the aged under the Social Security Act with a supplementary medical benefits program and an expanded program of medical assistance, to increase benefits under the Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance System, to improve the Federal-State public assistance programs, and for other purposes. Artifact no. 2.131
Ceremonial ballpoint pen in box Oct. 20, 1965
Pen used by President Johnson to sign S. 306, an act to amend the Clean Air Act to require standards for controlling the emission of pollutants from certain motor vehicles, to authorize a research and development program with respect to solid-waste disposal, and for other purposes. Artifact no. 2.108
Ceremonial ballpoint pen in box May 24, 1966
Pen used by President Johnson to sign S. 3283, An Act to promote private financing of credit needs and to provide for an efficient and orderly method of liquidating financial assets held by Federal credit agencies, and for other purposes. Artifact no. 2.128
Flight certificate, Presidential helicopter, Sen. Muskie Aug. 21, 1966
Artifact no. 2.215 Flight Certificate, Presidential helicopter, Jane Muskie Aug. 21, 1966
Artifact no. 2.249
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 17 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Commemoratives (continued) Ceremonial ballpoint pen in box Oct. 15, 1966
Pen used by President Johnson to sign S. 3112, An Act to amend the Clean Air Act so as to authorize grants to air pollution control programs in addition to present authority for grants to develop, establish or improve such programs; make the use of appropriations under the Act more flexible by consolidating the appropriation authorizations under the Act and deleting the provision limiting the total of grants for support of air pollution control programs to 20 per centum of the total appropriation for any year; extend the duration of the programs authorized by the Act; and for other purposes. Artifact no. 2.112
Yearbook, "Reflector", Union High School, Union, Maine 1967
Contains a page about Muskie's 1966 commencement speech. Artifact no. 2.047 Photograph in presentation binder, President Johnson delivering State of the Union message Jan.10, 1967
Color photograph permanently mounted in imitation leather binder, with gold embossing indicating it was presented to Muskie by the Brotherhood of Railway and Airline Clerks. Artifact no. 2.044
Postage stamp, honoring John F. Kennedy, first day of issue May 29, 1967
Booklet approx. 6.25" x 9.25" containing first-day issue stamp, autographed "To Ed Muskie with warm regards" by the Postmaster General, Lawrence F. O'Brien. Artifact no. 3.574
Ceremonial ballpoint pen in box Nov. 21, 1967
Pen used by President Johnson to sign S. 780, An Act to amend the Clean Air Act to authorize planning grants to air pollution control agencies; expand research provisions relating to fuels and vehicles; provide for interstate air pollution control agencies or commissions; authorize the establishment of air quality standards, and for other purposes. Artifact no. 2.109
Commemoration of Muskie/Humphrey campaign, from Humphrey 1968
Four color photographs of Senator and Mrs. Muskie, and Muriel and Hubert Humphrey at the 1968 Democratic National Convention, with inscription "To Ed and Jane -- A happy and proud moment and one we shall always cherish -- What a Team! Hubert and Muriel Humphrey". Overall size 30" x 28" Artifact no. 2.076
Commemorative gift for Muskie's 1968 campaign successes 1968
News clippings about how Muskie was more popular than either of the candidates in the Presidential election; with hand inscription "For Ed Muskie -- The one real winner of the '68 campaign!" Signature illegible. Overall size 20.5” x 19”. Artifact no. 2.072
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 18 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Commemoratives (continued) Photograph, Humphrey and Muskie, in commemorative frame 1968
Color photographs of Senator and Mrs. Muskie, and Muriel and Hubert Humphrey at the 1968 Democratic National Convention, in a blue leather frame embossed with the U.S. Seal. Overall size approx. 14” x 18.5” Artifact no. 2.077
Program, RFK Burial Mass June 6, 1968
Booklet approx. 5.5" x 8.5", with card approx. 3.5" x 4.75". Artifact no. 2.272 Box, wood with silver lid, commemorating Democratic National Convention Aug. 1968
Small wooden box with silver plate lid with small donkey handle and engraving: "1968 Democratic National Convention / International Amphitheatre / Chicago / Presented to Senator Edmund S. Muskie” Artifact no. 2.110
Ceremonial ballpoint pen in box Aug. 1, 1968
Pen used by President Johnson to sign S. 3497, An Act to assist in the provision of housing for low and moderate income families, and to extend and amend laws relating to housing and urban development. Artifact no. 2.129
Yearbook, "Nautilus", Waterville High School 1969 Contains a page in salute to Muskie, "the man from Waterville". Artifact no. 2.048
Coin, Maine sesquicentennial commemorative 1970
Artifact no. 2.116
Coin, sterling, commemorative for bicentennial of Winslow, Maine 1971 Artifact no. 2.111
Booklet from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs commemorating Muskies’ trip to Israel Jan. 5-10, 1971
Plastic booklet cover with ballpoint pen, a postcard, and a detailed copy of Sen. and Mrs. Muskie's schedule during the trip. Artifact no. 2.139
Postage stamps, Lyndon B. Johnson 8 cents 1973
Full sheet, uncut, of LBJ commemorative stamps, plate numbers 34219-34224. Artifact no. 2.268
Memorial service program, Harry S. Truman Jan. 5, 1973 Artifact no. 2.286
Commemorative, White House Fellows Class of 1973-1974 [1974] Seal of the White House Fellows, with autographs of the class of 1973-1974. Paper, mounted on paperboard. 11” x 13.5” Artifact no. 2.082
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 19 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Commemoratives (continued) Plaque commemorating commissioning of USS Mahan DLG-11 at Bath Iron Works Apr. 1, 1975
Wood Plaque with large metal seal reading "USS MAHAN DLG-11" and "Pax Per Maris Potestatem", and smaller metal area engraved: "Senator Edmund S. Muskie Principal (sic) Speaker Commissioning Ceremony Bath Iron Works, Bath, Maine 1 April 1975". Artifact no. 2.145
Program, visit of Pope John Paul II to the White House Mar. 14, 1979
Approx. 4.75" x 7.825" closed. Paper. Artifact no. 2.267 Flight certificate, that Mrs. Muskie flew in Marine One as a guest of Jimmy Carter
Artifact no. 2.227 May 2, 1980 Flight certificate, that Sen. Muskie flew in Marine One as a guest of Jimmy Carter
Artifact no. 2.226 May 2, 1980 Commemorative stamp, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission July 4, 1982
FDR 100th birthday stamp on RCIPC letterhead envelope, canceled at the Roosevelt Campobello International Park Station. Artifact no. 4.090
Letter in Bates College binder to Senator Muskie, welcoming the Edmund Sixtus Muskie Archives to Bates Sept. 28, 1985
Artifact no. 2.042 Photograph and mat, titled Clifford P. Case Professor of Public Affairs, Rutgers 1984-1985
Photograph of ESM and four others from 1962 reading newspaper about Glenn's orbit around the earth; ESM is in wheelchair and has bandage on chin. Matted; mat reads "Senator Edmund S. Muskie / CLIFFORD P. CASE * PROFESSOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS * Rutgers * The State University of New Jersey / 1984 * 1985" Total size: 22" x 27" Artifact no. 2.094
Photograph of Blaine House with engraved plate Apr. 20, 1986
Metal plate under photograph reads "The Hon. Edmund S. Muskie / Best Wishes The Democratic Party April 1986". Program from "The Leadership Tradition / A Celebration Honoring Three Maine Governors" taped to back. Artifact no. 2.107
Commemoration of a Report of the Secretaries of State [1990]
Framed photograph taken in the Muskie Room at Bates College; mat board autographed by Muskie, William P. Rogers, Cy Vance, Alexander Haig, Dean Rusk and Henry A. Kissinger. Overall size 18.5” x 19” Artifact no. 2.075
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 20 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Commemoratives (continued) Commemoration of the Ninth Annual Report of the Secretaries of State Oct. 18, 1991
Photograph framed with small engraved metal piece; mat board autographed by George P. Shultz, Muskie, William P. Rogers, Henry A. Kissinger, Alexander Haig, and Edwin Newman (moderator). Overall size 20” x 18.5” Artifact no. 2.073
Photographs, portrait and action shot from 10th Annual Report of the Secretaries of State Jan. 8, 1993
mounted with autographs from Bill Clinton, George Schultz, Alexander Haig, William P. Rogers, ESM, and Edwin Newman; Images: 8.75" x 6.75"; 10.5" x 2.75"; w/ Frame: 19.75" x 18.75" Artifact no. 2.093
Birthday Card, Oversize, for Muskie’s 80th [1994]
Handmade card signed by approximately 100-150 people. "In his life, he's lived all over the place, and travelled the world in service to his country (Maine and Away)... / Now his face is up in the Post Office in Augusta. HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY! SENATOR MUSKIE" Poster board, computer-printed sheets, markers, glue and colored pencil. 28" x 22" when open. Artifact no. 2.253
Honorary degrees & academic citations Citation, Portland University June 10, 1955
Includes Program. Artifact no. 2.001
Doctor of Laws, Portland University Law School June 10, 1955 Vellum. 20” x 15”, with citation and program, both paper. Artifact no. 2.087
Doctor of Public Administration, Suffolk University June 14, 1955 Artifact no. 2.035
Honor, Colby College May 1, 1956
In Latin. Includes Citation. Artifact no. 2.002 Doctor of Laws, University of Maine June 10, 1956
Paper with seal and ribbon. 19.25” x 15” Artifact no. 2.088
Doctor of Laws, University of Buffalo June 12, 1960 Artifact no. 2.004
Doctor of Laws, Saint Francis College June 4, 1961
Accompanied by declaration of Muskie's accomplishments on Saint Francis College letterhead. Artifact no. 2.216
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 21 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Honorary degrees & academic citations (continued) Doctor of Humanities, Nasson College May 5, 1962
Includes Citation and Program. Artifact no. 2.005 Doctor of Laws, Hanover College June 4, 1967
Includes Program. Artifact no. 2.006 Doctor of Laws, Syracuse University May 2, 1969
Paper. 20” x 15” Artifact no. 2.007 Honor, University of New Brunswick May 15, 1969
In Latin. Includes program. Artifact no. 2.008 Doctor of Laws, Boston University May 18, 1969
Includes citation. Artifact no. 2.009 Doctor of Laws, John Carroll University May 25, 1969
Includes program and extra copy of degree. Artifact no. 2.010 Citation, University of Notre Dame June 1, 1969
Includes program. Artifact no. 2.011
Doctor of Laws, Notre Dame University June 1, 1969 Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Notre Dame. Paper. 19.75” x 15.75” Artifact no. 2.037
Citation (for Doctor of Laws), University of Maryland June 2, 1969
Artifact no. 2.013
Doctor of Civil Laws, Middlebury College June 2, 1969 In Latin. Includes citation and program. Artifact no. 2.012
Doctor of Public Administration, Providence College June 3, 1969
Includes citation and program. Artifact no. 2.014 Doctor of Laws, University of Maryland June 7, 1969
Paper. 17” x 14” Artifact no. 2.089 Doctor of Public Science, George Washington University June 8, 1969
Includes citation and program. Artifact no. 2.015
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 22 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Honorary degrees & academic citations (continued) Doctor of Civil Laws, Northeastern University June 15, 1969
Includes citation and program. Artifact no. 2.016
Certificate, Doctor of Laws, College of William and Mary circa 1970 Artifact no. 2.036
Doctor of Laws, Ricker College Feb. 14, 1970
Includes citation. Artifact no. 2.017 Citation (for Doctor of Humane Letters), Alliance College May 24, 1970
Includes songsheet, program, and photograph. Artifact no. 2.019
Doctor of Humane Letters, St. Joseph's College May 24, 1970 Artifact no. 2.018
Doctor of Laws, University of New Hampshire June 7, 1970
Includes citation. Artifact no. 2.020
Doctor of Laws, St Anselms College June 14, 1970 In Latin. Artifact no. 2.021
Doctor of Laws, Washington and Jefferson College May 29, 1971
In Latin. Includes citation and newspaper clipping. Artifact no. 2.022 Doctor of Laws, Rivier College May 30, 1971
In Latin. Includes citation. Artifact no. 2.023 Doctor of Business Administration, Thomas College May 1973
Includes citation, speech, and program. Artifact no. 2.024
Doctor of Science, Husson College May 1974 Includes citation, speech, and program. Artifact no. 2.025
Doctor of Science, Thomas College May 1974
Includes citation, speech, and program. Artifact no. 2.026 Doctor of Human Ecology, Unity College May 17, 1975
Artifact no. 2.033
Doctor of Laws, Merryhurst College Jun 3, 1979 Includes citation. Artifact no. 2.028
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 23 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Honorary degrees & academic citations (continued) Doctor of Laws, Marquette University May 1, 1982
In Latin. Artifact no. 2.029 Citation, Wayne State University May 21, 1982
Artifact no. 2.030
Certificate, Cornell Law School Distinguished Alumnus Award June 1982 Artifact no. 2.235
Doctor of Laws, Rutgers University 1986
In Latin. Artifact no. 2.039 Citation, Rutgers May 22, 1986
Artifact no. 2.031
Doctor of Laws, Bates College May 22, 1986 In Latin. Includes citation. Artifact no. 2.032
Doctor of Laws, Washington College 1987 In Latin. Artifact no. 2.038
Doctor of Humane Letters from University of Southern Maine May 9, 1992 Framed certificate with brief biography and discussion of the "Muskie Legacy". 17.5” x 15.5” total size. Artifact no. 2.055
Doctor of Humane Letters, University of Southern Maine May 9, 1992
Artifact no. 2.034
Honorary memberships Honorary president card, Waterville Area Chamber of Commerce 1955
Approx. 3.5" x 2", salmon paper. Declares Gov. Muskie "Honorary President C. of C." Artifact no. 2.183
Honorary membership card, Tri-City Rod & Custom Club circa 1956
Approx. 3.825" x 2.25", pink paper. Artifact no. 2.180 Honorary membership card, Augusta Country Club 1956
Approx. 3.825" x 2.25", white paper. Artifact no. 2.174
Honorary membership card, Rangeley Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce 1956 Approx. 3.827" x 2.25", white paper. Artifact no. 2.173
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 24 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Honorary memberships (continued) Honorary membership, Franklin County Fish and Game Association 1956
Approx. 3.5" x 1.825", blue paper. Artifact no. 2.167 Membership card, Elizabeth Police Athletic League, Inc. Advisory Board 1956
Approx. 3.875" x Artifact no. 2.25", silver-colored paper. With phrase, "Helping Boys and Girls Become Good Citizens". Artifact no. 2.192
Membership card, Maine Good Roads Association 1956
Approx. 3.75" x 2.25", paper. Artifact no. 2.194 Membership card, Maine Law Enforcement Association 1956
Approx. 3.825" x 2.25", blue paper. Artifact no. 2.179 Certificate, Honorary Membership, Augusta-Hallowell Junior Chamber of Commerce
Artifact no. 2.203 Feb. 28, 1956 Certificate, Honorary Membership in National Capital Young Democratic Club Feb. 28, 1956
Artifact no. 2.204 Honorary membership, Carling Conservation Club Mar. 22, 1956
Approx. 3.825" x 2.25", orange/yellow paper. Membership No. 4765. Artifact no. 2.171 Honorary membership, Rangeley Lakes Region Guides Association July 21, 1956
Approx. 3.825" x 2.375", white paper. Artifact no. 2.169 Honorary membership, Union River Valley Fish and Game Association July 21, 1956
Approx. 3.375" x 2.5", green paper with embossed seal. Includes "Conservation Pledge" on reverse. Membership No. 68. Artifact no. 2.170
Certificate, honorary membership in the Shaft Twisters Club of Portland Aug. 19, 1957
Presented to Gov. Muskie "In appreciation for the help and understanding rendered this Club as well as to organized Hot Rodding as a whole. We are gratified to know that we are not alone in striving to make the name Hot Rod one of respect in the Community." Artifact no. 2.052
Certificate, Membership in the Governor's Committee on Highway Safety, Jane Muskie Oct. 4, 1957
Yellow paper certificate with orange and green printing, 10" x 8" Artifact no. 1.062
Honorary membership, Palm Springs Real Estate Board circa 1958 Approx. 3.825" x 2.25", blue paper. Artifact no. 2.182
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 25 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Honorary memberships (continued) Membership card, Florida citrus mutual 1957-1958
Approx. 3.825" x 2.25", blue paper. Artifact no. 2.176
Membership card, Florida citrus mutual 1958-1959 Approx. 3.825" x 2.25", neon orange paper. Artifact no. 2.177
Certificate, Honorary Lifetime Membership in Saint Mary's Mens Club Apr. 1, 1958
Artifact no. 2.208 Membership card, Florida citrus mutual July 8, 1958
Approx. 3.825" x 2.25", yellow paper with embossed seal. Membership card No. 11998, issued to Governor Edmund S. Muskie. Artifact no. 2.175
Honorary membership, Scorpion Squadron Northrop Aircraft, Inc. July 11, 1958
Approx. 3.5" x 2.125", white paper. Artifact no. 2.181 Honorary membership, Franklin County Fish and Game Association 1959
Approx. 3.5" x 1.825", yellow paper. Artifact no. 2.168 Honorary membership card, Boy Scouts of America National Council May 1959
Approx. 2.625" x 3.75", paper. Issued to "Hon. Edmund F. Muskie" Artifact no. 2.195 Life Membership, Fraternal Order of Eagles circa 1960
Gold-colored metal card with leather and plastic wallet. Card reads "This Certifies that Brother The Hon. Edmund S. Muskie is a life member of Augusta Arie No. 3137, William G. Watson, Grand Secretary.” Artifact no. 2.132
Honorary life membership card, Alaska Sport Fish and Game Insitutute circa 1965
Approx. 4" x Artifact no. 2.625", laminated white paper. Artifact no. 2.186
Membership card, Pacific Northern Airlines Flagliner Club circa 1965 Approx. 3.625" x 2.375", white paper with blue and red printing. Card no. 888. Artifact no. 2.185
Honorary membership card, The International Golf Club, Inc. circa 1968
Approx. 3.375" x 2", cream paper. Artifact no. 2.190 Honorary membership card, Phi Beta Kappa Association in the District of Columbia 1968
Approx. 3.75" x 2.125", cream paper. Artifact no. 2.189
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 26 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Honorary memberships (continued) Membership card, Waterville Area Chamber of Commerce 1968
Approx. 3.5" x 2.5", white paper. Aerial photograph of Waterville on reverse, with phrase: "Waterville, Maine / A Good Place for Good Business". Artifact no. 2.184
Certificate, State of Texas honorary citizenship Oct. 28, 1968
Artifact no. 2.231 Honorary membership card, Congressional Secretary's Club 1969
Approx. 3.75" x 2.375", white paper, issued for the 1st Session of the 91st Congress. Artifact no. 2.188
Honorary lifetime membership in the United Papermakers and Paperworkers AFL-CIO & CLC
Paper certificate. Artifact no. 2.135 Mar. 12, 1971 Life Membership, AMVETS Auxiliary for Jane G. Muskie n.d.
Approx. 4.125" x 2.625", laminated paper. Names Jane Muskie as a Life Member at large of AMVETS Auxiliary located at Augusta, Maine. Artifact no. 2.250
Honorary life membership card, The Izaak Walton Leauge of America n.d. Approx. 3.875" x 2.5", laminated yellow paper. Signed by Muskie, with statement of the goals of the Izaak Walton Leauge of America, "Defenders of Soil, Woods, Waters and Wildlife". Artifact no. 2.187
Passes, tickets & licenses Honorary card, extending "the courtesy of the Toll Facilities of the State of Maryland" circa 1955
Approx. 3.375" x Artifact no. 2.25", cream paper. Signed by Gov. McKeldin, with photograph of highway bridge over water on reverse. Artifact no. 2.191
License, complementary New Brunswick angling privileges 1956
Approx. 4.25" x 2.75". Artifact no. 2.165 License, complementary State of Rhode Island hunting and fishing 1956
Approx. 4" x Artifact no. 2.5". Signed by Governor Dennis Roberts. Artifact no. 2.16 Pass, Maryland Racing 1956
Approx. 4" x 2.5". Pass for the 1956 Racing Season from the Maryland Racing Commission and The Maryland Racing Association. Artifact no. 2.161
Pass, National Park System 1956 Approx. 4" x 2.5". Issued by the Department of the Interior. Artifact no. 2.166
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 27 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Passes, tickets & licenses (continued) Complementary hunting license, State of Vermont Apr. 12, 1956
Approx. 4.25" x 4.825", orange/yellow paper. License No. 2427G, with deer tag still attached. Artifact no. 2.172
License, complementary State of New Hampshire hunting and fishing 1957 Laminated, approx. 4.125" x 2.625". Signed by Governor Lane Dwinell. Artifact no. 2.163
License, complementary State of Connecticut hunting and fishing 1958
Approx. 4" x 2.5". License No. 278, signed by Governor Abe Ribicoff. Artifact no. 2.162 Complementary pass, Gorham State Teachers College Department of Athletics 1957-1958
Approx. 3.825" x Artifact no. 2.25", yellow paper. Artifact no. 2.178 Guest ticket, Gorham Raceway Fall Meet Sept. 1958 Approx. 3.875" x Artifact no. 2.25", paper. Artifact no. 2.193 Button (informational artifact), Arnold Trail Sportsman's Association Member 1961, Waterville, Maine 1961
1.75" dia., orange with black type. Artifact no. 2.266 Admission pass, Apollo 11 moon launching at John F. Kennedy Space Center July 16, 1969
Approx. 5" x 3". Paper with multi-color printing. Credential No. 649 Artifact no. 2.265 Pass, Annual Pass to All Grounds, American League of Professional Baseball Clubs 1974
Approx. 4.25" x 2.75". Issued by the Texas Rangers, no. 49 TE. Received in the archives in a clear plastic protector. Artifact no. 2.159
Pass, Annual Pass to All Parks, American League of Professional Baseball Clubs 1977
Approx. 3.5" x 2.25". Pass no. 0194AL. Received in the archives in a clear plastic protector. Artifact no. 2.160
Proclamations, resolutions & memorials Certificate, Proclamation of Senator Edmund S. Muskie day in Hamtramck, Michigan
Artifact no. 2.207 Sept. 24, 1968
Proclamation, "Secretary Edmund S. Muskie Day" in Buffalo, NY 1980 Proclamation declaring "Secretary Edmund S. Muskie Day" signed by the Mayor of Buffalo and the Executive of Erie County, N.Y. Paper, with seals and ribbons. 10” x 13” Artifact no. 2.078
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 28 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Proclamations, resolutions & memorials (continued) Certificate, Resolution in the U.S. Senate regarding release of Iran Hostages Jan. 21, 1981
Commends former President Jimmy Carter, former Secretary of State Edmund Muskie, and former Deputy Secretary of State Warren Christopher. Artifact no. 2.243
Certificate, Resolutions on the Release of American Hostages in Iran, Massachusetts Artifact no. 2.051 Jan. 22, 1981
Certificate, Resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives regarding release of Iran Hostages Jan. 28, 1981
Commends former President Jimmy Carter, former Secretary of State Edmund Muskie, and former Deputy Secretary of State Warren Christopher "for their success in securing the release of the American hostages from captivity in Iran ..." Artifact no. 2.242
Framed object, State of Maine act creating Edmund S. Muskie Day Mar. 1988
Framed copy of S.P. 773 -- L.D. 2030, declaring March 28 of each year Edmund S. Muskie Day. Signed by the House Speaker, President of the Senate, and Governor. 11” x 20” total size. Artifact no. 2.058
Certificate, State of Maine Proclamation of Edmund S. Muskie Day Mar. 28, 1988 Paper certificate signed by Gov. McKernan and the Secretary of State, with seal. 8.5" x 14" Artifact no. 2.153
License plate, Maine, "Edmund S. Muskie" 1989
Accompanied by a (damaged) State of Maine presentation binder and a copy of S.P 128-L.D. 213, An Act to Provide Lifetime License Plates to Margaret Chase Smith and Edmund S. Muskie. Artifact no. 2.157
Certificate, joint resolution recognizing Muskie on his 80th birthday Mar. 25, 1994
Joint resolution of the State of Maine house and senate recognizing Muskie on his 80th birthday. Paper, with seal, 11” x 14”. Artifact no. 2.084
Certificate, State of Maine Proclamation of Edmund S. Muskie Day Mar. 28, 1994
Paper certificate signed by Gov. McKernan and the Secretary of State, with seal. 8.5" x 14" Artifact no. 2.154
Certificate, Proclamation of Edmund Sixtus Muskie Day in Maine Mar. 20, 1995
Proclamation of the State of Maine honoring Muskie's 81st birthday. Signed by Governor Angus King, Jr. and Secretary of State G. William Diamond. Mounted paper, with seal. 12” x 17” total. Artifact no. 2.083
Edmund S. Muskie papers Page 29 of 29 Item list for Series XIII.B Artifacts: Presentation pieces, honors & commemoratives Proclamations, resolutions & memorials (continued) Certificate, Memorial Tribute to ESM from Polish Americans, Inc. – USA Mar. 27, 1996
Paper certificate signed by members of Polish Americans, Inc. -- USA. 8.5" x 14"
Certificate, Senate proclamation at Muskie's death Mar. 27, 1996 Paper certificate with seal and black ribbon; received in blue hardcover folder with "United States Senate" and Senate seal in gold embossing. Artifact no. 2.050 Artifact no. 2.156
Program and biography, Edmund Sixtus Muskie Memorial Service at Bates College Apr. 28, 1996
Program is approx. 7" x 10", closed, paper with hymn insert. Biography is approx. 8.5" x 11" paper. Artifact no. 1.102
Certificate, memorial minute for Edmund S. Muskie in Bates College binder May 25, 1996
Includes letter to Jane Muskie. Artifact no. 2.043 Certificate, State of Maine Proclamation of Edmund S. Muskie Day Aug. 19, 2000
Paper certificate signed by Gov. King and the Secretary of State, with seal. 8.5" x 14". Artifact no. 2.155
Certificate, memorial from Maine State Legislature on death of Jane Gray Muskie Mar. 8, 2005
Paper, in embossed presentation folder. Artifact no. 2.151