Attractions

While you're in the area here are some interesting places to visit.

Norlands Living History Center

290 Norlands Road , Livermore , ME 04253
207-897-4366
www.norlands.org/

The center has six buildings embodying a crossroads community of the era. There is a one room school house, a stone library, a church, an grand mansion (built in 1867), a large barn, and out buildings all situated on several hundred acres of land.

The Norlands hosts festivals and events with a "turn of the century" flavor throughout the year. Step back into history and learn about the influential Washburn family.

Many artifacts are displayed as if the family had left their home for the day. Toys, clothing, furniture, personal items all appear to tell the story of every day life in the Washburn mansion.

To find the Norlands, take Rt. 4 south from Livermore Falls and turn left on to Rt. 108 then follow the signs.

To learn more about scheduled events, or to schedule a tour call (207) 897-4366 or visit its web site at www.norlands.org

Holmes-Crafts Homestead

Jay Hill on Route 4 in Jay.
207-897-4876 for tour arrangements.
Open by appointment only.    

Located on Rt. 4 at the top of Jay Hill, the Homestead includes a Federal style 1820 house with period furnishings. The Jay Historical Society oversee's the property and conducts tours by appointment.

On the second Saturday of August the Homesteads annual open house is held providing an opportunity for the public to view the displays in the property.

Music at the Gazebo

On summer evenings career and local performers provide music from the quaint covered Gazebo overlooking the Androscoggin River in Livermore Falls. A variety of musical groups stage free performances from 6 p.m. until dusk. Folks are invited to bring their lawn chair, or sit in their vehicle and listen to performers. For more information, call the Town Office at (207) 897-3321 or visit www.lfme.org .

Jay Fireman's Museum

Situated across from the Holmes-Crafts Homestead off Rt. 4, the museum houses a restores 1936 fire truck made by McCann Fire Equipment of Portland mounted on a Diamond T chasis. Also a horse drawn hand pumper wagon, a hand pulled two-wheeled hose cart, and a variety of firefighting artifacts are housed at the museum. The Jay Fire Association oversees the museum. The collection can be viewed by appointment by calling (207) 897-3953.

Antique & Vintage Snowmobile Museum

Located on Rt. 4 in North Turner the Museum houses over 300 vintage sleds of all styles and sizes. During the winter months from December through March when the museum is open Saturday's from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The collection can be viewed by appointment at other time by calling (207) 224-8444. The Museum is sponsored by United Sports Trailer Sales.

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Bigg Animal Museum

Located on Turner Center Road , in Turner. Open by appointment only, visit their "Bigg" Game trophy room filled with over 100 full-size animals.  Call Dort or Meredith Bigg at 225-3223 for an appointment.

Turner Museum and Historical Society

Located in the Leavitt Institute Building , Turner Center Road , in Turner.  Open Tuesday and Thursday 12:00noon to 5:00p.m. ; Saturday 9:30a.m. to 12:00noon.  FMI call 225-2629 or 225-3622.

Natural History Club House

Located on Turner Center Road , in Turner.   By appointment only.  FMI call 782-5360.

Wilton Farm & Home Museum

Located on Canal Street in Wilton Village , the Museum houses a sizable collection of items from the early period of the G. H. Bass Shoe Manufacturing Company, along with memorabilia from its founder and other famous wearers of Bass shoes and boots.

The Museum also holds and interesting Sylvia Hardy display, as well as a large display of antique bottles and glassware. The lower level of the museum holds antique farm tools and implements, along with a working forge where an area blacksmith can be seen at work.

The museum is open to the public Saturday afternoons from 1 to 4 p.m. in July and August. Tours are also done by appointment. To learn more about the museum, or arrange a tour call (207) 645-2091. The facility is operated by the Wilton Historical Society.

Red School House Museum

Formerly located on Rt. 4 in Farmington , the Museum building now stands at the Farmington Fairgrounds on High Street.

The school house was built in 1852 and used for classes until 1958.

The museum is now displayed as the original school house with some original desks, books, and memorabilia.

For more information on the Museum or to arrange a visit call (207) 778- 2835.

Nordica Homestead Museum

Located at 116 Nordica Lane in Farmington , the homestead is the birthplace of Lillian Nordica. Lillian was America 's first international opera diva, and the homestead contains memorabilia of her life and career.

For more information or to arrange a tour please call (207) 778-2042

Titcomb House

Located at 118 Academy Street in Farmington , the Titcomb House is an 1840's Gothic revival cottage furnished with Titcomb family memorabilia including an antique doll collection.

For more information or to arrange a tour please call (207) 778-2835

Ski Museum of Maine  

Located at 108 Church Street in Farmington .  Houses a collection of ski-related items representing Maine 's rich skiing history. For more Information call (207) 491-5481 or visit www.skimuseumofmaine.org . 

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University of Maine at Farmington Art Gallery

Located on the UMF campus just off Main Street behind the Admissions Office in Farmington , the Gallery features works by artists from Maine and other regions of the country.

Shows demonstrating a variety of styles, and media contemporary art are displayed at the Gallery.

For more information on Gallery hours as well as current and planned displays, please call (207) 778-7001 or visit www.umf.maine.edu

Maine's Paper and Heritage Museum

In 2002, a grass roots project emerged, initiated by a small Maine town chamber of commerce. Maine's Paper and Heritage Museum committee, a dedicated group of current and retired paper mill workers, business and community leaders have been working towards a dream of an actual museum located along the banks of the Androscoggin River in western Maine .

www.papermuseumofmaine.org

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