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Pemaquid Point, Maine — July 17–20, 2025

2025 Grand Reunion

The Blaisdell Family National Association's 10-year Grand Reunion was held at Pemaquid Point, Maine — the very shore where Ralf Bleasdale first set foot in America on August 14, 1635.

A Historic Milestone

Rededication of the Blaisdell Plaque

A highlight of the 2025 reunion was the rededication of the restored Blaisdell commemorative plaque at Pemaquid Point. The original plaque had suffered severe deterioration over the years, with significant loss of surface detail. Thanks to the dedication of BFNA members and supporters, the plaque was fully restored and rededicated during the reunion on July 20, 2025, with the new Board of Directors elected at the same gathering.

Reunion in Photos

Blaisdell Family National Association 2025 Reunion

Reunion final gathering — Pemaquid Point, Maine, July 2025

Reunion final gathering — Pemaquid Point, Maine, July 20, 2025

Rededication attendees at Pemaquid Point

Rededication of the restored Blaisdell plaque

Condition of the plaque before restoration

The plaque before restoration — severely deteriorated

Restored plaque awaiting rededication

The restored plaque awaiting rededication

Close-up of the restored plaque

Close-up of the restored Blaisdell plaque

Presentation

The Secret Hid at Pemaquid & The Blaisdell Trail

This presentation was originally a PowerPoint given at the BFNA Grand Reunion. Download the full PDF below.

Download Presentation (PDF)

Looking Ahead

The next Grand Reunion will be held in 2030 at a regional branch location to be determined.