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1. Acadia National Park
Travel to Maine’s rocky Mount Desert Island to visit Acadia National Park. Here you’ll find a forested wilderness overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and meet hardy northern New Englanders who welcome you to join in their community activities.
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2. Bowdoin College
Bowdoin College is a small liberal arts school with a beautiful campus. Founded in 1794 when Maine was still part of Massachusetts, the college has educated some of the greatest literary minds in American history. Stroll slowly along the leafy paths, passing chattering students. Closed to cars, the atmosphere is peaceful and allows a serene tour of the main attractions of the redbrick campus buildings.
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3. Portland Head Light
Discover Maine at its most postcard-perfect at Portland Head Light. The lighthouse, which has overlooked Portland Harbor and Casco Bay for more than two centuries, blends fascinating history with stunning vistas. The classic white lighthouse, accompanied by a sprawling home, is a favorite subject for photographers. Be sure to bring your camera to capture this photo-worthy sight.
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4. Higgins Beach
Higgins Beach is a favorite destination in Cumberland County. From clean white sand to great swimming conditions, it has all the ingredients for a perfect beach day in Maine. Find it in the oceanfront village of Scarborough in southern Maine.
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5. State Theatre
The State Theatre has been a Portland icon since 1929. Today it remains one of the coolest concert venues in the city. Bringing together a mix of Spanish, Italian and Art Deco styles, plus a state-of-the-art Wurlitzer organ, balconies, paintings and gilded furnishings, it was indicative of the exuberance of the late 1920s. Though it gradually fell into disrepair, it has recently been completely transformed into an intimate 1,870-seat hall that retains many of the lavish details of the original building. Visit the State Theatre for a concert and see how the interior has a way of turning any performance into a splendid work of art.
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Popular places to visit
Ash Cove Pottery
Enjoy an outing to Ash Cove Pottery during your stay in Harpswell. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out its hiking trails.
Areas of Harpswell
West Harpswell
While West Harpswell isn't home to many top sights, Bailey Island Bridge and Paddleworks are some notable places to visit nearby.