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a steam train ride which includes a
special treat known as 'Kissing Bridge,'
and wends its way through a peaceful
village and beautiful gardens. There
is also an outstanding exhibit of more
than 50 antique vehicles.
* Colonial Pemaquid is situated on
a point of land at the mouth of the
Pemaquid River in Bristol. Archeological
excavations have unearthed 14
foundations of 17th- and 18th-century
structures. Fort William Henry is adjacent
to the settlement site.
* The Maine State Prison Showroom in
Thomaston features furniture, novelty
items of a nautical nature and ship
models all hand made by inmates.
* The Farnsworth Art Museum in
Rockland ranks among the finest regional
art museums in the nation. The
collection includes many works by the
Wyeth family and other major American
artists from Colonial times to the
present.
* The Penobscot Marine Museum in
Searsport is a village of eight buildings,
and the finest collection of marine art
in Maine.
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* Eagle Island in South Harpswell is located
about three miles off the coast.
The summer home of North Pole explorer,
Admiral Robert E. Peary, the
island is equipped with a pier so visitation
is possible for picnickers, nature
enthusiasts and history buffs.
* The Woolwich Historical Society Museum
depicts life as it was 80 to 200
years ago displayed in a farmhouse of
the period and a post and beam barn.
* The Musical Wonder House in Wiscasset-which
calls itself " Maine's
Prettiest Village " - includes a collection
of restored antique musical boxes,
player
pianos and related items
displayed in fine period settings in an
1852 sea captain's mansion.
* The Boothbay Railroad Village is a
great family spot. You can experience
Annual Windjammer Days Festival, Boothbay
Harbor, June. Celebrating out maritime hertage!
Searsport 4th of July Celebration - Parade,
Auction, Chicken BBQ and Fireworks.
Maine Celtic Celebration, Belfast, July. Celebrate
Maine's rich Celtic history with this festival of
Celtic music, games, food and fun.
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Maine Lobster Festival, Rockland,
August. A country fair by the sea!
Union Fair / Maine Wild Blueberry Festival,
August. Join us at this classic event celebrating
agriculture in the state of Maine. The fairgrounds
are nestled among the rolling hills and
beautiful farmlands in Union, Maine. There are
* The Fort Knox State Historic Site in
Stockton Springs is a splendid example
of granite craftsmanship. Construction
began in 1844 and continued for 25
years. The fort was built to protect
the Penobscot River Valley, and
the
structure, including spiral staircases
of granite, have remained in excellent
shape for more than a century.
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activities and entertainment for all age groups,
so bring the entire family and spend the day at
the festival.
Thomas Point Beach " Bluegrass Special Event "
Brunswick, Always Labor Day Weekend. Enjoy
an end-of summer family event. " The DownEast
Way! " Quite possibly the best Bluegrass Festival
anywhere!
Family Arts Festival, Brunswick, Sept.. Celebration
of the arts for all ages. Music, hands on art,
workshops and dance.
Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta in Damariscotta
October. A week of Pumpkin events such
as the Pumpkin Drop, Parade, and Regatta. Don't
forget to visit all of the giant carved pumpkin!
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