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.
Tag: Winter
Camden, Maine: U.S. National Toboggan Championships
Winter: Looking for something fun to satisfy your cabin fever? How about the U.S. National Toboggan Championship in Camden, Maine. Over 300 teams compete in several divisions. The winner will be crowned the fastest toboggan on ice. This event is sure to get your adrenaline pumping. The tracks are constructed similar in style to a luge run. This annual event is held in February at the Camden Snowbowl. There is also a chili and clam chowder cook off, to take the chill out of the winter air. Registration is required if you would like to participate in the event. Participant or spectator you are sure to have great time at this event.
Rockport, Maine: Merryspring Gardens
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall: Merryspring is a privately-owned 66-acre horticultural sanctuary in Rockport, Maine. This is a must see for the seasoned or aspiring horticulturist. This sanctuary is free of charge and open to the public every day of the year from dawn to dusk. It is an ideal setting to just sit on a shady bench and look at the gardens or comb the entire 66 acres on foot. Visitors are also welcome to collect seeds or ask for cuttings.The surrounding woods are a mixture of evergreen and deciduous trees. There are specimens of almost every species native to Maine. During the winter months the meadow area has ideal rolling terrain for cross-country skiing. Be sure to call ahead to check the snow conditions before bringing your skis.
Bowdoin College: More Than An Education Awaits
Spring, Winter, Fall: Bowdoin College was founded in 1794 as a men’s college with only a handful of students. Since then, it has evolved to house students from every state as well as foreign countries. Bowdoin pines rim the 200 acre campus and its amazing museums. The Peary-MacMillian Arctic museum is filled with photos and artifacts and Inuit carvings. Most all of the items were collected by the founders. There is also the Museum of Art with a quite impressive collection of 19th and 20th century art. Be sure to stop at the new “Black Box” theater as well. This is a fantastic place to spend an afternoon. As always, admission is free.
Topsham: Historical Walking Tour
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall: Topsham was incorporated in 1764 and the town encompasses nearly 44 square miles. The Historic Commision has produced an an excellent guide labled ” Topsham, Maine, Historical Walking Tour”. It contains descriptions and photos of over 35 significant landmarks to enjoy. Some of the most splendid Federal and Greek Revival houses anywhere. This booklet is available for free at the town planning office on Elm Street. This is a wonderful little town and this tour is proof of that. There is also a swinging pedestrian bridge that is over 100 years old and connects the towns of Topsham and Brunswick.