Mid Coast Maine was settled early in America's history and boasts towns, architecture and institutions dating back to the 1700's. Because we value our way of life, many of our Main Streets were saved from the forces of urban renewal and instead evolved gently over the years.

Today boutiques, bookstores, galleries, and restaurants rub shoulders with the hardware store and the pharmacy. Waterfront parks host seasonal fairs and festivals, creating an opportunity for people to get together. Festivals and Fairs BATH Heritage Days – June/July BELFAST Maine Celtic Celebration - July National Boat-building Challenge - July New Years by the Bay - January BOOTHBAY HARBOR Fisherman's Festival – April Windjammer Days – June CAMDEN Harbor Arts - June and September Windjammer Weekend – August/September ROCKLAND The Maine Lobster Festival – July Maine Boats, Homes & Harbor Show - August North Atlantic Blues Festival – August Festival of Lights - November TOPSHAM The Topsham Fair – August For additional events in Mid Coast Maine, see More Info for links to regional chamber websites.

Photo by Frank Lavelle