8 Maine Nicknames You Should Know Visual Story

By Gabrielle T

Introduction

8 Maine Nicknames You Should Know Visual Story

There are many Maine nicknames that can help you learn more about this coastal US...

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Old Dirigo State

This nickname comes from Maine's official state motto. In 1820, this slogan was decided, consisting...

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The Lumber State

Due to the state's plethora of pine forests, Maine became one of the country's leading...

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The Switzerland of America

There are a few states in the New England region that have been dubbed the...

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Down East

Used to refer to the coast of the Northeastern United States since around 1825, Down...

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Border State

A commonly-known Maine fact is that it's one of the US states that shares a...

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The Polar Star State

If you look at a map of the US, you'll notice Maine is one of...

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The Pine Tree State

Maine's state nickname as the Pine Tree State has relatively straightforward origins. In 1945, the...

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Vacationland

As far as alternate names for Maine are concerned, Vacationland may seem like a more...

Conclusion

In Summary

Maine is a fascinating state, and perhaps that's made most clear by the diverse range...

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