Houlton (pop. 6,500) is located on the Meduxnekeag River near the eastern border of Maine. There is a historical museum and an art museum in the town, although they are not always open to the public.
Covering more than 6,000 acres of forest and river, the Gordon Manuel Wildlife Management Area is a popular recreational area, particularly with anglers and hunters.
The John E and Walter D Webb Museum of Vintage Fashion is located in an 1894 home in Island Falls. It features antique clothing displayed in twelve rooms with different themes.
The Oakfield Railroad Museum features railroad memorabilia including photos, vintage signs, a restored caboose, motor car and a manually propelled pedal car.
The Lumbermen's Museum is a nine-building complex that shows Patten's history of logging. Exhibits include old logging equipment, a blacksmith shop, and a replica of an 1820s lumber camp.
Hours:
May 28 to June 27: 10am-4pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
July 2 to October 11: 10am-4pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Mon
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Island Falls - John E and Walter D Webb Museum of Vintage Fashion (closed), Maine
