The state of Maine has over a thousand licensed foster parents, with Dan Boucher being just one of those parents. Amanda Herman captures the culture around fostering children.

The United States provides refuge for many different cultures and peoples who are escaping war around the world. Anne-Marie McReynolds captures images of refugees from Somalia.

Entranced by sailing after her first race, Christine Kean races her sailboat three to four times a year. Jackie Farwell documents Kean's life and the culture behind sailing.

Margarette Payson captures the life of Dana Mitchell, a member of the Penobscot tribe.

Chris Korzen speaks to surfers at Higgins Beach who come out to surf during the summer and winter. The surfers speak about the surf culture and the rising number of surfers in the area.

Entranced by sailing after her first race, Christine Kean races her sailboat three to four times a year. Amanda Kowalski captures Kean's life and the culture behind sailing.

Table of contents for August 1979 Salt Magazine.

Table of contents for January 1983 Salt Magazine.

Scott Gurian explores how the culture at Tall Barneys in Jonesport is created through lies and stories, at a table known as the liars table. Gurian also discusses how the restaurant is important to Jonesport and its residents.

At Reiche School in Portland, students are able to participate in a multilingual program, blending different social classes and cultures together. Amy E. Conn captures images of immigrants in Maine who attend Reiche School.

Like all collectibles, people have stories as well. Victoria Gannon discusses the lives of individuals who sell items at the flea market. Gannon learns about the second hand culture and philosophies.

In his barbershop with a single chair, Bob Feeny speaks to regular clients every day. Jessica Rosenburg visits Bob's Barbership in Portland to speak to Feeny about the barbering culture and observes his interactions with the regulars.