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ELLSWORTH
ELLSWORTH, HANCOCK, LAMOINE, FRANKLIN, OTIS, AMHERST, WALTHAM, EASTBROOK, MARIAVILLE, AURORA, OSBORNE, DEDHAM, LUCERNE
Discover the charm and vibrancy of Ellsworth, Maine’ s 11th designated Main Street America community. This historic downtown features unique shops, delicious restaurants, and welcoming breweries, all inviting you to stop by and stay a while.
Leave your car behind and wander through downtown’ s scenic streets, where you’ ll find more than just local businesses— explore connections to the great outdoors with hiking and biking trails that start right in the heart of the city.
Venture north of Ellsworth to discover picturesque small towns and villages surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Whether you’ re looking for tranquil landscapes or exciting opportunities for outdoor recreation, Ellsworth and its neighboring communities are ready to welcome you.
Featured Events
Autumn Gold- September Downeast Cider + Cheese Festival, Ellsworth, November
With the Kids
Explore history on the restored Downeast Scenic Railroad.
Marvel at the evolution of technology at The Telephone Museum
Ellsworth Public Library kids programs
Woodlawn Museum Garden & Park Ellsworth Candlepin Bowling Alley
Franklin Street Parklet Summer Event
Boy. Scout at Ellsworth Pride see all events on page 29
Attractions
Meet Avian Ambassadors like Edgar Allen Crow at Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary.
Riverwalk- frenchmanbay. org / preserve / ellsworth-riverwalk /
Indian Point- frenchmanbay. org / preserve / indian-point /
Jordan Homestead- frenchmanbay. org / preserve / jordan-homestead /
Visitor Resources
Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce: EllsworthChamber. org
Discover Ellsworth DiscoverEllsworth. com
Heart of Ellsworth HeartofEllsworth. org
For more on what to do when visiting the Ellsworth Area scan here.
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Photos on these two pages courtesy of Heart of Ellsworth.