With a collection of over 4,500 license plates, Dave Nicholson shares his collection on his website database. Emma Morgenstern profiles Nicholson's interest in license plates and how it has deep personal roots.

Elizabeth Baird is a dealer of antique valentines, selling these paper delicacies of love. Dana Bialek highlights the work that Baird does with collecting this type of ephemera.

In Presque Isle, Cluny McPherson collects the heritage of potato growing people. Tanya Solomon and Parise White speak to McPherson about his collection of old farm tools.

In Presque Isle, Cluny McPherson collects the heritage of potato growing people. Tanya Solomon and Parise White capture images of McPherson about his collection of old farm tools.

Auction houses play an important role in Maine for the trading of antiques and collectibles. Molly Gerbracht explores the auctioneering business and those who frequent the auctions.

Having moved around a lot with his family as a child, Thomas Gehrig, or Flick, had a hard time connecting with people. Emily Qualey documents Flick's life, discussing tramatic experiences growing up, his realization that he was gay, and collecting antiques.

Megan Hanson captures the lives of several collectors, who collect different kinds of objects, but are united in their connection to place since they all live in Maine.

Auction houses play an important role in Maine for the trading of antiques and collectibles. David Fleischner captures the auctioneering business and those who frequent the auctions.

Sophie Dougher documents the life of Rina Wilber, owner of Wilber's Antiques in Greene, Maine.

Dev Mukh Khalsa captures the culture of antique car restoration.

Adeline Violas discusses the culture of antique car restoration, speaking with collectors and restorers.

Julia Whyel documents the bond collectors have with their collections, highlighting the personal value, emotional connection, and stewardship.