Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall: During the months of July and August Bay Chamber Concerts are hosted at the Rockport Opera House, Camden Opera house and the Strom Auditorium. The summer concerts feature world renowned guests and a resident quartet. The last to weeks in August also feature young Maine musicians. During the winter months the programs are an eclectic mix of classical, jazz and pop music. Bay Chamber Concerts often draw sell out crowds so get your tickets early to assure you will have a seat for the shows. Tickets range in price from $18 to $34. Season tickets and flex passes are also available. Next time you are looking for something “To Do” in the Rockport area be sure to check out one of these concerts, you won’t be dissapointed!
Tag: Spring
Boothbay Harbor: Tour The Burnt Island Ligthouse
Spring, Summer, Fall: No trip to the Boothbay Harbor region would be complete without visiting the nearby Burnt Island Lighthouse and living History Museum. Purchased by the Maine Dept. of Marine Resources in 1998 the site was converted into a Living History Museum and modeled to depict life on a lighthouse during the 1950’s. The museum’s hosts dress in period clothing and lead interpretive and educational three hour tours daily. Taking part in these tours offers a glimpse into the lives and history of Maine Island lighthouse keepers and their family lives. Learn about local plants, animals, and fisheries and there importance in Maine’s economy. Visitors to Burnt Island can also enjoy picnicing, swimming, or fishing for Striped Bass of the islands rocky coast. Daytripping to the island is made easy by multiple ferry services from mainland to island. For the more adventurous the island is accessible by sea kayak when the tide and weather allows for safe passage. A visit to Burnt Island Lighthouse will make you feel you’ve gone back to another time.
Fort Knox: Maine’s Own Fort Knox
Summer, Spring, Fall: Maine is home to its own Fort Knox, located in Prospect along the Penobscot River. The fort was built in 1844 orinally to protect the state from a British Naval invasion. During the American Revolution it was utilized as a cannon battery. The fort is a great historical treasure that can be explored by the whole family. There is now an observatory at the top of the newly constructed Penobscot Narrows Bridge in which can be accessed through the fort. It rises 420 ft. above sea level and provided visitors with unbelievable views of the whole fort as well as the river valley. Bring a picnic lunch with you or make this a stop on your way up to Bar Harbor. The Fort is open from May to November, sun up to sun set. It is a great way to experience Maine’s rich history.
Farnsworth Museum: A Wonderful Collection Of Maine And American Artwork
Summer,Winter,Spring,Fall: Where can you find some of the country’s most comprehensive collection of art related to Maine? How about a complete collection of three generations of Wyeth’s? All of these treasures can be found at the Farnsworth Musuem located in the heart of downtown Rockland. The museum is a wonderful place for the whole family to visit and enjoy a wonderful collection of 18th and 19th century artwork from famous artist such as Frank Benson, Thomas Eakins and Eastman Johnson. This is a wonderful museum that houses some well noted and a very large collection of sculptor as well. The museum is a great place to visit while you enjoy the newly re-vitalized Rockland Harbor and downtown area. With a great collections of shops and restaurants you can certainly find plenty to do. After visiting the Farnsworth’s Rockland campus get in your car and head toward Cushing and visit the historic Olson House. Painter Andrew Wyeth created many of his best-loved works there and his famous painting Christina’s World was painted at that house in 1948 which is on display at the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
Casco Bay: Bailey Island Nature Cruise
Spring, Summer, Fall: The rocky shorelines of Casco Bay are on full display along this scenic nature cruise. The secluded coves are home to seals, sea dwelling birds and various species of flora and fauna. You will also cruise by lighthouses, military forts and the local lobster men as they prepare for a hard day of tending to their traps. Don’t forget to bring a camera along to capture the memory of your outing on film! This is a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere to spend an afternoon exploring. Maine has over 3500 miles of coastline to offer and Casco Bay is one of the best stops along the way. Next time you are looking for something to do in the Mid-coast area all of this is waiting only a few miles from downtown Portland. So what are you waiting for? Enjoy the cruise!