The Maine Basketball Hall of Fame announced today that the new Cross Insurance Center will serve as its permanent home and will induct its first class this summer."Basketball is so important in Maine. We want to remember to celebrate our past and to share it with those who are making history now. The Maine Basketball Hall of Fame will do that." said Steve Pound, chair of the Board of Directors.

Permanent display cases will be located on the east end of the arena that will hold memorabilia. A historical timeline, interactive videos and other displays will be part of the attraction.

It was also announced that a ceremony to induct the hall's first class will take place on August 21st. The class will include players, coaches, a team and contributor. Former Penquis boys coach Tony Hamlin chairs the induction committee made up of individuals from around the state with deep roots in the Maine basketball.

More information can be found by visiting the Hall of Fame website. www.mainebasketballhalloffame.com

Below are photos from Wednesday's press conference.

Board of Directors Chair Steve Pound
Board of Directors Chair Steve Pound
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Digital display in the arena
Digital display in the arena
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Bangor Mayor Ben Sprague addresses the media
Monty Rand Photography
Bangor Mayor Ben Sprague addresses the media
Monty Rand Photography
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Memorabilia that will be on display
Memorabilia that will be on display
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Committee member Tony Hamlin talks about the induction ceremonies
Committee member Tony Hamlin talks about the induction ceremonies
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Historical tournament programs and photos
Historical tournament programs and photos
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Emily Ellis, a member of the Board of Directors speaks at the press conference
Monty Rand Photography
Emily Ellis, a member of the Board of Directors speaks at the press conference
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Hall of Fame memorabilia
Hall of Fame memorabilia
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Display on the arena scoreboard
Display on the arena scoreboard
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Board of Directors Chair Steve Pound makes the announcement
Monty Rand Photography
Board of Directors Chair Steve Pound makes the announcement
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