Sociologist Peter Rose argues that ethnic groups in Maine are not part of a homogeneous melting pot, but rather distinct contributors to an identifiable American stew.

Inside front cover for the January 1983 Salt Magazine, with information on Salt's 10th anniversary.

Salt offers a guide on Maine's historic inns.

Contribution page from the December 1975 Salt Magazine.

Contribution page from the April 1976 Salt Magazine.

Ava Ross discusses how charcoal was made by her husband, Willis back in the day.

List of back issues and books from Salt.

Leslie Brooks captures the life of Mary Merithew, who was given only a few months to live after being diagnosed with heart failure.

Pamela Wood recounts a story Salt did on Kathy Hegarty in 1986, and how they want to add their voice to protests surrounding her death.

Living out in West Peru, Mary Turner always has stories to share. Kelly Emery visits Turner and learns how to make butter on a churn.

Pamela Wood introduces readers to John McPhee, a writer from Maine.

Seeking a sense of community and with a desire to not live alone, Kaler-Vaill offers widowed women a place to live and convene together. Ellington Miller speaks to women at Jaler-Vaill about their experiences and their lives.