According to a recent press release, he Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center (BCHC) is now seeking nominations for the 2025 Biddeford Hall of Fame.
Now in its eighth year, the annual BCHC program recognizes and celebrates citizens of Biddeford or others who have contributed to the history, heritage, and culture of the city or the world at large in a significant way.
Honorees will be inducted at a ceremony tentatively set for Saturday, October 4, at Biddeford Little Theater at Biddeford High School.
“It’s great to be able to share some of the stories, the people and events that make Biddeford what it is today. It’s important to remember where we came from and how far we can go,” said Diane Cyr, BCHC board president. “BCHC is proud to host this event again this year.”
Nominations should be sent in on the official nomination forms available on the BCHC website. Official nomination forms are also available at the McArthur Library.
Deadline for submissions is August 1st, 2025.
Along with this year’s nominations, most nominations that were submitted but not selected in past years, will also be considered. Hall of Fame nominations and future inductees are selected by a vote of the Hall of Fame (HOF) Selection Committee.
The committee, composed of members of BCHC, Biddeford Historical Society, and members of the public, will take into consideration the significance of a nominee’s ethnic background as well as their other contributions. People may nominate themselves.
According to Susan Deschambault, chair of the (HOF) Committee, “The history of Biddeford is rich with stories of people who made contributions to our community.
“We must preserve our past
–Susan Deschambault
and strive to inspire our future.”
“The current growth is evidence of the spirit we share with our past. The BCHC Hall of Fame recognizes and honors the benefactors, workers, religious, artists, athletes, musicians, educators, volunteers, philanthropists and business leaders in the community,” she said, “We must preserve our past and strive to inspire our future.”
The inductees are featured prominently in a display at the Biddeford City Hall, which is open to the public for viewing during business hours. They are also featured on banners hung from the streetlights on Main Street in Biddeford for a period of time.
Immediately following the induction ceremony, Hall of Fame members, and other participants will be treated to a special reception at the school. Representatives of BCHC will be present for those interested in learning more about the organization and its other programs serving the community and will answer any questions about getting involved.
To nominate someone for the Biddeford Hall of Fame, please submit no more than two pages of text along with the nomination form and supporting information to: BCHC PO Box 896, Biddeford, ME 04005-0896 or email documents to bchc04005@gmail.com.
Documents may also be submitted via the website www.BiddefordCulturalandHeritageCenter.org or submitted to any BCHC Board member or HOF Committee Member.
For more information, email bchc04005@gmail.com
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