Where is the French in Lewiston?

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Where is the French in Lewiston?

Description

Radio piece on the transformations of French language and Franco American culture in Lewiston, Maine, in the 21st century. Features Marie Marthe Rivard, a 1922 immigrant from Québec to Lewiston, at her home, at work, and at Catholic mass. Some thoughts on her own languages and the speaking of French within her family. Impressions of local culture from a Lewiston priest and a local French language teacher.

Produced, with photographs, for the Salt Gallery of the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies in Portland, Maine.

Creator

Elzas, Sarah (producer)

Source

Listen: AUDIO

Date

2004 August 30

Language

English, with some français

Type

Radio Broadcast

Coverage

2004; Lewiston, Maine

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Place

Lewiston, Maine

Running Time

00:07:14

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