Augusta, ME Attractions
Augusta, the state capital, lies some 40 mi. inland. Founded by English settlers in 1628, it is now predominantly an industrial town. Features of interest are the massive State House (by Charles Bulfinch, 1832), with the Maine State Museum (natural history, economic and social history of Maine); Blaine House, the Governor's residence; and Old Fort Western (1754), with "living history" presentations.
Augusta State Park
The park contains the Maine Vietnam Veterans Memorial and is home to a variety of native and exotic trees and plants.
Children's Discovery Museum
The Children's Discovery Museum in Augusta features hands-on exhibits and role playing opportunities. Simulated work place areas, including a new construction exhibit, give children a basic understanding of various occupations. Also of interest are a stage and puppet theater, and a party room that maybe reserved for birthdays
Maine State Museum
The Maine State Museum in Augusta features displays on the natural and cultural history of Maine from prehistoric times to the industrial era.
All values are in United States Dollars
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
| Family | $ 6.00 |
| Adult | $ 2.00 |
| Child 6-18 | $ 1.00 |
| Senior over 61 | $ 1.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Facilities
Gift shop
Old Fort Western Museum on the Kennebec
The Old Fort Western Museum on the Kennebec is a wooden fort which was built in 1754. It has been restored and features interpreters in period costume.
Old Fort Western Museum on the Kennebec
16 Cony Street
Augusta, ME 04330
United States
16 Cony Street
Augusta, ME 04330
United States
Phone 1 (207) 626-2385
Fax 1 (207) 626-2304
State House
The Maine State House in Augusta was finished in 1832 by Charles Bulfinch. It is built of Hallowell granite.
Augusta Surroundings
Alna - W W & F Railway Museum, Maine
The Wiscasset, Waterville, and Farmington Railway operated between the early 1900s and 1933. It was a two-foot gauge common carrier railroad which ran from Wiscasset in the south, to Albion and Winslow in the north.
The museum displays artifacts related to the history of the railroad. Visitors can ride the trains.
The museum displays artifacts related to the history of the railroad. Visitors can ride the trains.
Facilities
Gift shop
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Damariscotta - Round Top Center for the Arts, Maine
The Round Top Center for the Arts in Damariscotta is the major cultural venue for the town. It hosts concerts, lectures, classes and contains an arts and crafts gallery featuring the work of local artists.
Dresden - Pownalborough Courthouse, Maine
The Pownalborough Courthouse was built in 1761 and is the only pre-Revolutionary courthouse in the state. It displays period courtroom furnishings as well as antique tools and equipment.
Hours
June 1 to June 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 |
July 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
September 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 |
Hinckley - L C Bates Museum, Maine
Located in an impressive 1903 building, the L C Bates Museum features natural history, archeology and ethnology exhibits related to Maine. The top floor is a gallery which displays changing art exhibits. Also on the property is an arboretum, and nature trails.
Hours
April 1 to November 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
November 16 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Livermore - Norlands Living History Center, Maine
The Norlands Living History Center is a living history museum and a working farm. It features a number of other restored buildings, including a stone library, schoolhouse, cottage, church, and barn.
Norlands Living History Center
290 Norlands Road
Livermore, ME 04253
United States
290 Norlands Road
Livermore, ME 04253
United States
Phone 1 (207) 897-4366
Fax 1 (207) 897-4963
Madison - Lakewood Theater, Maine
Lakewood Theater in Madison is a summer theater that presents theatrical events throughout the season. Comedies, dramas, musicals and children's shows are featured.
Monmouth - Monmouth Museum, Maine
The Monmouth Museum features a wide range of artifacts pertaining to the history of the region. The museum owns nine buildings in the area including, a stencil shop, blacksmith shop, and carriage house.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Skowhegan - History House, Maine
The Skowhegan History House is a home that was built by Aaron Spear for the Deacon James Lord in 1839. The home features historical artifacts and antiques.
Waldoboro - Waldoborough Historical Society Museum, Maine
The Waldoborough Historical Society Museum consists of three building, Boggs School House, the Hauck Building and The Barn. The museum features a wide range of historical items including house hold items, fire fighting equipment, ship models, farming equipment, and other miscellaneous artifacts.
Warren - Georges River Canal System, Maine
The Georges River Canal System is the second oldest in the US. It was built in 1795 and stretches for 28mi/45km.
