Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882)
Every year, as the anniversary of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s birthday approaches, it is inspiring to look back upon his life and legacy. Born on February 27,1807 in Portland, Maine, he was the second of eight children. He enrolled in Bowdoin … Continue reading
The First Snowfall
Poet James Russell Lowell could see his lot at Mount Auburn Cemetery from his family’s home, Elmwood. In 1847 he wrote this poem in remembrance of the daughter he had just buried in the family lot at Mount Auburn after watching … Continue reading
Nathaniel Parker Willis (1806-1867)
There really is no one like Nathaniel Parker Willis (January 20, 1806 – January 20, 1867), the American poet, editor, publisher, travel essayist and, for a time, the highest-paid magazine writer of his day. He was born in Portland, Maine, … Continue reading