Ellsworth Attractions
Visitors are drawn to Ellsworth (pop. 6,500) primarily for the surrounding areas and wildlife in the area. Nearby lakes and streams also offer opportunities for water sports.
Black House (Woodlawn Museum)
The Woodlawn Museum is located in an 1820s Federal style home which was owned by the Black family. The museum encompasses the 180-acre estate of Col John Black and his grandson George Nixon Black, Jr. owner of the famous shingle style summer cottage "Kragsyde."
The house contains the original furnishings and artwork owned by the Blacks.
On the grounds are formal gardens and nature trails, and a carriage house.
The house contains the original furnishings and artwork owned by the Blacks.
On the grounds are formal gardens and nature trails, and a carriage house.
Hours
May 1 to May 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
June 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
American Independance Day (July 4)
Facilities
Gift shop
New England Museum of Telephony
The New England Museum of Telephony in Ellsworth offers insight into the telephone network between 1876 and 1983. The collection includes items from independent telephone companies and the Bell companies.
New England Museum of Telephony
166 Winkumpaugh Road, Box 1377
Ellsworth, ME 04605
United States
166 Winkumpaugh Road, Box 1377
Ellsworth, ME 04605
United States
Phone 1 (207) 667-9491
Fax 1 (207) 667-9491
Hours
July 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
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Stanwood Homestead Museum and Birdsacre Sanctuary
The Standwood Homestead belonged to ornithologist, Cordelia Standwood. Displays in the house include furniture, personal items, and mounted birds, nests, eggs, and art.
Birdsacre is a 200 acre sanctuary for a variety of birds and other animals.
Birdsacre is a 200 acre sanctuary for a variety of birds and other animals.
Trenton - Acadia Zoo
The Acadia Zoo is a 15 acre complex with a variety of animals from around the world. Native and exotic species including buffalo, moose and caribou have a home at the Acadia Zoo and there is a petting zoo for children.
