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Historic Sites in Maine
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Colonial Pemaquid
Situated on a point of land at the mouth of the Pemaquid River
in Bristol. Extensive archaeological excavations have unearthed
14 foundations of 17th and 18th century structures and the
officers' quarters for Fort William Henry and Fort Frederick. A
museum displays hundreds of artifacts found on the site' dating
from prehistoric times through the colonial period. Musket
balls' coins' pottery' and early hardware are among items of
interest. The site includes a reconstruction of Fort William
Henry' which also houses museum exhibits. Guided tours are
available during the summer months. Telephone: Summer season
(207)677-2423; off-season (207)624-6075.
Fort Knox
Maine's largest historic fort' features stunning military
architecture and master granite craftsmanship. Constructed
between 1844 and 1869' the fort was strategically located on the
narrows of the Penobscot River. Although it never saw combat'
Fort Knox was garrisoned during the Civil and Spanish American
Wars. Visitors are welcome to explore the fort's passageways and
many rooms. The fort also features two complete Rodman cannons.
Guided tours are available daily during the summer season.
Telephone (207)469-7719.
Fort McClary
In one form or another' was active during five wars' from the
American Revolution to World War I. The buildings on site
represent several different periods of construction as the fort
was up-graded to meet the area's defensive needs. Picnic
facilities are available. Telephone (207) 384-5160.
Katahdin Iron Works
The site of a once thriving iron works built in 1843. A restored
blast furnace and charcoal kiln remind visitors of an effort
that produced nearly 2'000 tons of raw iron annually for half a
century. Charcoal was made in fourteen kilns consuming 10'000
cords of wood a year. Telephone (207)941-4014.
Fort Kent
With its main feature of a wooden block house' was constructed
in 1839 to secure Maine's claim to the northern forest following
the Aroostook War. The fort was named for Maine's Governor
Edward Kent. This site is at the confluence of the St. John and
Fish Rivers and is adjacent to a picnic area and campsites
managed by the local Boy Scout troop. Telephone (207) 941- 4014.
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