Brunswick:
Located appoximately 20 miles north of Portland, Brunswick offers many cultural opportunities to its residents and visitors. Bowdoin College is located here. Each summer the college welcomes the Maine State Music Theatre and the Bowdoin Summer Music Festival. The Museum of Art at the college features works by Andrew Wyeth and Winslow Home.

Harpswell:
Neighboring Brunswick, these peninsulas and islands provide one of the most distinctive geographic profiles of any Maine-coast town. Formed by the Ice Age. On the west is a single peninsula, Harpswell Neck, a think finger of granite, pine and rolling meadows, occupied by nineteen century homes and a thriving lobstering community. On the east, a string of islands (Great Island, Orr's Island and Bailey Island) is home to numerous residents, summer cottage owners and fisherman. Nearby Thomas Point Beach hosts the annual Bluegrass Festival over Labor Day weekend.

Topsham:
Brunswick's northern neighbor, Topsham hosts the week-long and popular Topsham Fair each August.

Bath:
Home to Bath Iron Works, shipbuilders for the U.S. Navy and Merchat Marines, Bath is situated along the east side of Brunswick. From Route One, crossing over Carlton Bridge, it is an impressive sight to see the massive ships under construction. Bath's historic downtown features brick sidewalks and street lamps reminiscent of the nineteenth century. Visitors may want to enjoy the waterfront park, speciality and antique shops located here. Bath is also home to the Maine Maritime Museum.

Wiscasset:
Wiscasset calls itself "the prettiest village in Maine" and is a community for artists and writes, as well as shoppers and sightseers. Stately mansions line the streets of this charming town, which used to belong to sea captains and shipping merchants. Several are open to the public during the summer months. Scenic boat rides and train trips leave from the waterfront area and provide unique views of coastal wildlife and spectacular views.

Boothbay Harbor:
Boothbay Harbor's charm is enhanced by its coastal situation with its wide working harbor. Dozens of accommodations and dining facilities await your arrival. Boat trips are available to those who wish to hit the open waters, with many cutural and entertainment activities are available in town. Boatbuilding and fishing remain active industries here. In the summer, visitors are treated to both the Windjammer Festival and the Friendship Sloop Days in June and July, respectively.

Damariscotta:
Nestled along the Damariscotta River, this town was home to famed pioneer clipper ship builders, Metcalf and Norris. Damariscotta Lake State Park on Route 32 offers picnicking, a beach, swimming and boating. Dodge Point, a tract of publicly-owned land on the Damariscotta River, is available for nature walks and picnicking.

Bristol:
Bristol is a small fishing and resort village and includes New Harbor, Pemaquid, and Pemaquid Beach. The peninsula area features historical museum, lighthouses and beaches.

Monhegan Island:
Ten miles offshore, Monhegan Island is a favorite destination for artists and visitors who wish to escape the hurried pace of the mainland. The island features high, rocky cliffs and is accessible from Boothbay and Port Clyde by ferry.

Waldoboro:
Following Route One north, you'll arrive in Waldoboro, another charming coastal town rich in seafaring tradition. The first five-masted schooner, the Governor Ames, was built here more than one hundred years ago (1884). The neighboring communities of Friendship, Cushing and Nobleboro are easily accessible.

Thomaston:
Situated along the St. George peninsula, Thomaston, South Thomaston, Spruce head, Tenants Harbor, and Port Clyde, offer breathtaking views of the ocean and pineclad shores. Inns, museums, gift and antique shops are close at hand. Also, boat trips for coastal views and or trips to the neighboring islands are available.

Owl's Head:
This peninsula forms the southern shore of Rockland Harbor. At the very tip of the peninsula, you'll find the Owls Head Light, built in 1825.

Rockland:
Located just north of Owls Head lies Rockland, home of the famous Maine Lobster Festival held the first weekend in August. This town is the commericial hub of Knox County and offers travelers many accommodations. State-run ferries at the Rockland Public Landing make regular trips to North Haven and Vinalhaven, two islands in Penobscot Bay. Windjammer cruises depart from adjacent wharfs.

Rockport:
This quiet village is a gathering place for artists and musicians. Rockport's deep harbor is naturally sheltered from the open ocean, providing a safe port for pleasure vessels. The well-kept Marine Park features a monument honoring the locally trained seal, Andre, the featured subject of a Walt Disney film.

Camden:
This popular summer village is nestled within the Camden Hills. Beautiful and charming, this town offers visitors everything from magnificent Inns and dining to fine clothing boutiques, gift and book stores, handcraft shops and galleries. Several windjammer cruises are based in Camden Harbor. The Camden Yacht Club offers boating facilities.

Belfast:
Belfast is accessible north on Route One from Camden, or south on Route One from Bangor/Brewer Area. Once a properouse shipbuilding community, Belfast is quickly becoming a culturally oriented town. Recently featured in John Villani's The 100 Best Small Art Towns in American, a growing economic base and arts community has made Belfast a targeted destination. Belfast offers accommodations, scenic flights, daily cruises and a ride on the Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad.

Searsport:
Our exploration of the Mid Coast region concludes in Searsport, where the seven building Penobscot Marine Museum is located.