Mid-Coast  The waters of the Mid-Coast are considered among the best for sailing in the world. Majestic lighthouses guard the rock-bound coast, warning sailors but welcoming visitors. Picturesque harbors shelter a unique mix of traditional fishing villages and more cosmopolitan towns.
Enjoy unparalleled panoramic views from the 420-foot-high Penobscot Narrows Observatory, part of the new Penobscot Narrows Bridge, accessed from historic Fort Knox. Learn about Maine's maritime history at the Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport, and the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath, an enchanting city named on the list of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations. Brunswick is home to the Joshua Chamberlain Civil War Museum and prestigious Bowdoin College, with its art museum and the Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay is Maine's first botanical garden and New England's largest. The gardens embody the natural elements that have inspired countless artists and writers who have long flocked to this region. From the Shoreland Trail, visitors can view lobstermen unloading their catch at a lobster pound across the tidal waterway.  Sample sweet Maine lobster and other succulent seafood at rustic waterfront eateries, cafés and fine dining establishments. Stroll through galleries and summer art shows. Music festivals, concerts and live theatre enhance the cultural scene. In Rockland, visit the Maine Lighthouse Museum and the Farnsworth Art Museum. Take the "Museum in the Streets" walking tour of historic Belfast.
Outdoor adventure and wildlife watching opportunities abound. Explore the coast and the islands, seeing whales and sea birds along the way, aboard a ferry, excursion boat or windjammer, or in a sea kayak. Swim and canoe in cool lake waters, and hike the hills for spectacular views. The Camden Snow Bowl presents skiers with a view of Penobscot Bay from the summit. For more information, visit www.mainesmidcoast.com | 
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