Pete Hope, local historian and author of multiple works on the Pemaquid Peninsula

1. Hope, Pete. “The Birth of Bristol”

Old Bristol Historical Society Newsletter, Spring 2015
A concise and engaging overview of how the Town of Bristol was first established—tracing its colonial origins, early settlers, and growth into one of Maine’s oldest communities. Written for the OBHS Newsletter, this piece captures the roots of local identity and governance in the Pemaquid region.
💬 Available through the archives of the Old Bristol Historical Society.

2. Hope, Pete. Far Out to Sea: A History of the Pemaquids

(Newcastle: Lincoln County News, 2015)
A detailed historical account of the Pemaquid Peninsula, from its earliest Indigenous inhabitants through the fishing, shipping, and coastal trade that defined the region’s culture. Richly illustrated and locally published, the book preserves centuries of stories that anchor Pemaquid’s maritime heritage.
🔗 Lincoln County News
(publisher site)
💬 A must-read for anyone exploring the maritime and community history of mid-coast Maine.

3. Hope, Pete. Two Harbors and a Hill: The History of New Harbor

(Bristol: self-published, n.d.)
This self-published local history traces the story of New Harbor, from its early colonial beginnings and twin harbor settlements to the families, fishermen, and shipbuilders who shaped the town’s identity. Includes rare photographs and first-hand recollections gathered by the author.
💬 An essential community chronicle documenting the heritage of New Harbor and its people.