I assumed this museum was going to be pretty limited, but I was impressed with the variety of…read moreartworks on display. It's more than just the Wyeths; they have classic European artists and early American art. I loved getting to learn more about the local indigenous tribes and see the work of local artists whom I wouldn't otherwise get to see. Some of the art was even a bit risque, which was great to see at a small art museum. Highly recommend taking an hour or so to get lost in the Farnsworth.

We visited the both the gift shop and the outdoor sculpture garden this year. The gift shop's…read moreofferings, like the museum itself, center on the works of the Wyeths. The sculpture garden is worth a visit though less far less interesting.

I knew nothing of this place, but the description was compelling enough for us to make the drive to…read morethe town of Bradley (about a 45 minute drive from our home). Turning off the main road onto a quasi-maintained graveled road, you've got about a mile's drive of this to get to the Maine Forest and Logging Museum. (Personally, we're "off-roaders," so the drive was not challenging at all. However, perhaps those with a delicate nature might find it hostile.) ;) Anyway, much like the B-52 crash site museum in Greenville, this "museum" is outdoors and requires a lot of walking, as it's spread over considerable acreage -- some of it a bit rough-'n'-tumble. It's a really awesome spread! Kinda like a life-sized "Little House on the Prairie" diorama of life back when. Buildings, sheds, homes, staged like little "sets" depicting the typical life of a rural community of those times. (When we visited, everything was closed down. There was no signage stating that; however, it didn't take a rocket scientist to see the place was closed for the season. That said, being the only two there was pretty awesome. The tranquility was immense. Just hiking around the entire property leisurely with no interruptions, and from what you could see through various buildings' windows (to catch interiors and such), were totally worth the visit! The solitude was particularly invigorating! The entire experience was so worth the drive to Bradley! I can't recommend the Maine Forest and Logging Museum enough!!

Great place to go hiking and biking, events are well organized and the staff are extremely…read morefriendly. Definitely go check it out when there's an event or you're in the area when the sun's up.

This museum is remarkable, all because of Steve Haynes. He has an extensive workshop and also…read moreoffers tours for whoever shows up at no cost (donations accepted). We got a private 1 hour tour of his historical collection of memorobilia *and* we got to actually split some granite ourselves. Very interactive, and we got some polished stones to take home. This tour was absolutely the highlight of my 4 year old son's trip (mine also). There is a whole setup for school groups, so there is a lot here for kids to see and do. We so enjoyed talking with Steve, he answered all our questions. His extensive collection of photos and his knowledge of the history of Maine's granite industry is fascinating. This is a *must do* for anyone nearby, and be sure to leave a generous donation.

Incredible! One of our favorite things that we did on our whole Acadia trip and we only decided…read moreto go there because we were doing the Junior Park Ranger program and needed to visit a museum, go on a boat ride, etc. I was expecting it to be a 2/10 max but it was for sure a 10/10. When you pull up, you will also have low expectations, but do not let that fool you: this place is a gem! The guide, Steve is brilliant, friendly, entertaining, and you will find yourself becoming as fascinated by granite as he is. He also has a multitude of other rock samples in his three room museum including a real megalodon tooth! You will not be disappointed by this stop. There is a donation box instead of tickets and we found ourselves digging into our car cash stash to give more than the money we had in our wallet. It's just that good.

We loved this place. It's a large yellow building, easy to find on Main Street in Machias. This is…read morethe site of the first naval battle of the Revolutionary War. We were visiting from the Midwest and admittedly don't recall many details from history class, so we literally thought it was a historical site that had been turned into a bar and wondered if the staff would be dressed up as war re-enactors! It is not that at all and it turned out to be a highlight of our stay in Maine. The guide we had is a history teacher and she knew a lot about a lot-the actual events but also the real humans involved and their families. She knew all about how households of the time were run, typical family routines and roles, how foods were prepared, household tools and textiles, attitudes and social expectations, superstitions and legends. She inspired all three of us (two adults and a teenager) to learn more about Machias and the Revolutionary War in general. This museum makes it so much easier to connect to the real people who lived through and made this history. It is unlike any other historical tour I've been on. I would have stayed longer if I could have. There is something for everyone here, it's not just about the war and shots fired. You go room by room and spend a good 20-30 minutes or longer in each room depending on how many questions you ask about the items in that room. It is a very detailed and data intensive tour, so don't go if you're hungover, hungry or not in the mood to absorb, observe and be immersed. If you are a naval history buff or a Revolutionary War buff, call them and schedule a visit to see if you can help them identify some of the pieces they've received over the years from folks who maybe didn't know what they were donating. I don't recommend this for young kids or people who aren't comfortable in small spaces. The museum is a boarding house/tavern and has been kept pristine in its original 1770s state, so think very small rooms, low ceilings. The tour groups are kept small so there is enough room as you walk through. Call ahead to schedule and make sure there is a guide available on the day you want to go. I was so impressed with the passion and dedication behind this tour. We were there two weeks ago and are still talking about it and looking up books at the library.

They really packed this small museum w awesome displays. informative, entertaining. free parking…read more part of the college campus.

Free to the public. Great place to take kids to explore. Natural History Museum with lots of…read morewildlife to explore including bobcat, whale, beaver, fox, puffins, skunk, deers, and many more.

What a unique and special experience! The historical society is a Gilded Age "cottage" open to the…read morepublic. Huge, stunning home committed to sharing the history of Mount Desert Island. So many artifacts from across MDI's history. Don't miss the map room! Even the most savvy historian is sure to learn something. Considering how professionally it is laid out and curated, it's shocking they've only been open 3 years. The staff was welcoming and informative, and I can't wait to bring my family on our next visit to the island.

Meh. Not worth the $10…read more It's small and underwhelming. I guess I guess I gave it an extra star on account of the fact that it's cool they support the local native Americans. But to go just for that isn't the best idea. They need to put more on display for the price. It should be two dollars to get in. That's all.

This is more history than museum to me. Native made tools and canoes and clothing…read more Many baskets. And a chronology Of the mistreatment of the five original tribes here in Maine. Actually still fighting for rights over a local River. The white man just takes and takes. I found it to be hard to stay long. There is a Military and Senior discount available.

A great little gem on the coast of Maine. It was worth the long drive we took to get there but if…read moreyou are headed up the coast, you should make sure to stop. They have quite a number of buildings with exhibits in each and docents to help you along the way. They've done an extremely nice job with their presentation and items. And if you like boats, they have lots of boats and boat history! For me, having grown up in New England with family that goes back several hundred years, looking at some of the antique furniture was like looking at my childhood home :)

Local gem. Historic buildings. Fun to take the kids. You can spend hours or you can take a quick…read morekid friendly trip. It is a nonprofit in a small town and being from DC I didn't mind paying admission for a smaller museum. Kids can interact with some of the exhibits. They also offer kid friendly programs. Make sure to visit the historic church First Congregation on the property. It was a nice day and kids could also use the pond to steer remote control boats. Great stop in a charming town.

We took a half hour tour on a rainy Friday afternoon and enjoyed a very entertaining history lesson…read moreas well as at least a half dozen Galong boxed chocolates along the way. Our tour guide was extremely charming, and gracious, but also young and still learning the story. That being said she did a great job. The tour covers the Galong family history, and goes through a bunch of production techniques they have used over the years. I felt like Charlie on a tour of Wonka's factory looking at some of the gizmos Galong has used to make chocolate over the years. There were some cool grainy historical videos that hopefully they will be able to preserve. In the exhibit there are a much of examples of old packaging too. I had never tasted a raw cocoa nib before so that was also very interesting. Overall we had a lovely experience. If you are just over the border and looking for a stop in St. Stephen, otherwise known as the chocolate capitol of Canada, you could do worse!

For a town that size $10 for museum ticket is pricey to look at history of the chocolate factory…read more Also, start selling hot chocolate in the winter and iced chocolate milk in the summer. It would be a nice addition to the town.