Cultural memory is important to retain through generations because it holds the history of a culture and of a people. Carol Miles discusses how for the Passamaquoddy, a group of individuals are working on regenerating their heritage from oral histories passed down to them.

In 2016, the earliest-known anthropological recordings were digitally restored and returned to their original owners: the Passamaquoddy people. This is a story about how the tribe is re-introducing these songs and stories back into their community. Recordings used with permission from the Passamaquoddy Tribe.

Christopher Turner delves into the history and Indian traditions of Native American. Turner discusses the identity and culture of Native Americans through personal interviews.

Bios of the contributors to the November 1991 Salt Magazine, with information on this issue.

Attempting to heal from past wounds, Rosemary Erb turned to alternative healing and massage to help people feel better about themselves. Anna Clarke discusses Erb's work as a healer who uses simple human touch to help heal past wounds.

A language spoken for 9000 years, the Passamaquoddy Tribe is in danger of losing their language forever. Gabe Grabin explores how an ancient language is at risk of being lost, and the efforts that elders of the Tribe are doing to prevent the disappearance.

Twilight Greenaway highlights the lives of caregivers and volunteers at Peabody House in Portland. These individuals offer support and services to people living with HIV/AIDS in Maine.

Jennifer Brewer highlights the Central Beauty School, where students study to be cosmetologists. She speaks with students to learn about their schedules and the work they have to put in to complete their programs.

As more opportunities grew for women in the workplace, and religious activity became accessible to the lay person, many religious communities saw a drop in numbers. Leith Warlick explores the Sisters of Mercy community and discusses the traditions that they continue to practice at St. Joseph's Convent in Portland.