In addition to being one of the most scenic states in the country, Maine is also one of the most historic. Since the state is rich in history, how about taking a day (or two) to have an up-close and personal history lesson? To help you get started, check out the following historic Maine towns that’ll make it feel like you’ve been transported to another time when you visit them.
- Castine, Hancock County
Google/ earl woolard Based in the Eastern part of the state, the Maine Maritime Academy is based in this charming coastal town which also happens to be one of the oldest in the Northeast. The Dice Head Lighthouse is also based in this historic town. Castine, ME, USA
- Augusta, Kennebec County
Google/Johnny K Along with being the capital of Maine, Augusta has a rich history. This includes Old Fort Western, Benedict Arnold’s base when he headed to invade Quebec. Augusta, ME 04330, USA
- Paris, Oxford County
Wikipedia This charming New England town was once the home of Abraham Lincoln’s vice-president, Hannibal Hamlin. Paris, ME 04281, USA
- Portland, Cumberland County
Google Known as “the land surrounded by water”, Portland is the largest city in Maine. When Maine was formed in 1820, Portland was originally named its capital. You’ll also discover Victorian homes, The Old Port, and the infamous Ram Island Ledge Lighthouse. Portland, ME, USA
- Brunswick, Cumberland County
Google/Priscilla Arthur When you visit Brunswick, make sure to spend time at the Harriet Beecher Stowe House. Here, you’ll get to see and experience where she wrote Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Brunswick, ME 04011, USA
Google/ earl woolard
Based in the Eastern part of the state, the Maine Maritime Academy is based in this charming coastal town which also happens to be one of the oldest in the Northeast. The Dice Head Lighthouse is also based in this historic town.
Castine, ME, USA
Google/Johnny K
Along with being the capital of Maine, Augusta has a rich history. This includes Old Fort Western, Benedict Arnold’s base when he headed to invade Quebec.
Augusta, ME 04330, USA
Wikipedia
This charming New England town was once the home of Abraham Lincoln’s vice-president, Hannibal Hamlin.
Paris, ME 04281, USA
Known as “the land surrounded by water”, Portland is the largest city in Maine. When Maine was formed in 1820, Portland was originally named its capital. You’ll also discover Victorian homes, The Old Port, and the infamous Ram Island Ledge Lighthouse.
Portland, ME, USA
Google/Priscilla Arthur
When you visit Brunswick, make sure to spend time at the Harriet Beecher Stowe House. Here, you’ll get to see and experience where she wrote Uncle Tom’s Cabin.
Brunswick, ME 04011, USA
Have you visited any of the historic towns that have made this list? Are there others that you think should be added too? If so, feel free to share your thoughts in the comment section. And, if you’d like to visit more unique towns in Maine, check out this article: These 11 Perfectly Picturesque Small Towns In Maine Are Delightful.
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