St Bridgett Way Cottage Guidebook
Sightseeing, historic places, hiking trails
Vassalboro was incorporated in 1771. The society has many displays open to the public. The Historical Society building is next to Monument Park and China Lake boat landing.
Vassalboro Historical Society
327 Main StreetVassalboro was incorporated in 1771. The society has many displays open to the public. The Historical Society building is next to Monument Park and China Lake boat landing.
Ideal spot for a picnic. In August the Town of Winslow holds Fort Halifax Day.
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Fort Halifax State Historic Site
U.S. 201Ideal spot for a picnic. In August the Town of Winslow holds Fort Halifax Day.
Fort Western
16 Cony StStep back in time. Knowledgeable docents.
Vaughan Woods
Perfect spot for a hike.
Enjoy the variety of plants and trees. Just a short distance from the State Capitol.
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Viles Arboretum
153 Hospital StEnjoy the variety of plants and trees. Just a short distance from the State Capitol.
Check out the Lombard Tractor on display outside. Museum has a variety of exhibits.
Waterville Historical Society home of the Redington Museum
62 Silver StreetCheck out the Lombard Tractor on display outside. Museum has a variety of exhibits.
Colby Museum of Art
5600 Mayflower Hill DrCheck out the art displays.
Waterville Opera House
1 Common StCheck out the performance(s)
Town Line Antiques Center
2880 Riverside DriveBrowse the displays
Fishing and boating. There is a boat landing in East Vassalboro and another on the opposite side of the lake in China.
China Lake
Fishing and boating. There is a boat landing in East Vassalboro and another on the opposite side of the lake in China.
One of the 3 lakes in Vassalboro. Fishing and boating. In spring time, check the alewives migrating at the dam on Webber Pond Rd. Check out the eagles, loons, and herons.
Webber Pond
One of the 3 lakes in Vassalboro. Fishing and boating. In spring time, check the alewives migrating at the dam on Webber Pond Rd. Check out the eagles, loons, and herons.
Museu Marítimo de Maine
243 Washington StTour the museum and take a scenic boat ride.
All abroad. Children will enjoy riding on these restored cars at the Belfast Rail Trail.
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Passy Rail Trail
13 Oak Hill RoadAll abroad. Children will enjoy riding on these restored cars at the Belfast Rail Trail.
Wear comfortable shoes to enjoy the acres of gardens.
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Jardins Botânicos Costeiros do Maine
105 Botanical Gardens DrWear comfortable shoes to enjoy the acres of gardens.
Camden is less than an hour away. During the Winter you can ski and the Fall you can take the chair lift to view the foliage.
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Camden Snow Bowl
20 Barnestown RdCamden is less than an hour away. During the Winter you can ski and the Fall you can take the chair lift to view the foliage.
The plaques will help you learn more about the history of Waterville. This pedestrian bridge linked Winslow and Waterville across the Kennebec River.
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Two Cent Bridge
114 Benton AveThe plaques will help you learn more about the history of Waterville. This pedestrian bridge linked Winslow and Waterville across the Kennebec River.
Where is the nearest....?
Nearby grocery stores:
Pleaus Market – 10 China Rd Winslow, ME 4.2 miles
Hannaford – 190 JFK Plaza, Waterville, ME 5.6 miles
Hannaford – 33 Hannaford Dr. China, ME 8.7 miles
Shaws – 251 Kennedy Memorial Dr. Waterville, ME 6.0 miles
Nearby pharmacy/drug stores
Walgreens – 36 China Rd Winslow, ME 4.2 miles
CVS – 1 Kennedy Memorial Dr. Waterville, ME 5.1 miles
Restaurants:
Renard’s Kitchen – 796 Main St Vassalboro, ME 0.3 miles
Google restaurants and you will find just about every type in Waterville.
Hospital
Northern Lights – 200 Kennedy Memorial Dr. Waterville, ME
Maine General Hospital - 149 North St Waterville, ME
Waterville
Downtown Waterville features a variety of restaurants
Augusta
Augusta is the state capital.
Animals
DEW Haven
918 Pond RdChildren will be fascinated by the variety animals.
Gray Animal Center
55 Portland RoadHere's an opportunity to see rescued wildlife from Maine.
During May and June alewives return to China Lake to spawn via the Outlet Stream. Check out the fish ladders that were recently constructed in North Vassalboro at the Box Dam next to the Olde Mill.
Outlet Stream
During May and June alewives return to China Lake to spawn via the Outlet Stream. Check out the fish ladders that were recently constructed in North Vassalboro at the Box Dam next to the Olde Mill.
Historic
Check out the views from the observatory.
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Fort Knox e Observatório de Penobscot Narrows
740 Ft Knox RdCheck out the views from the observatory.
During the 1800's a large number of Irish, French Canadians and Lebanese came to work in the woolen mill. This historic building was built in 1926 after a fire destroyed the original building. Many of the original features were preserved when the building was recently renovated. It is now an event and performance venue.
St Bridget Center
864 Main Street During the 1800's a large number of Irish, French Canadians and Lebanese came to work in the woolen mill. This historic building was built in 1926 after a fire destroyed the original building. Many of the original features were preserved when the building was recently renovated. It is now an event and performance venue.
Gardens and Gardening
Located on Quaker Lane, less than 4 miles down the road is Fieldstone Gardens. If you enjoy gardening, this is the place to visit. They have a large selection of plants, shrubs, and trees.
Fieldstone Gardens Inc
55 Quaker LaneLocated on Quaker Lane, less than 4 miles down the road is Fieldstone Gardens. If you enjoy gardening, this is the place to visit. They have a large selection of plants, shrubs, and trees.
Indoor Activity
Learn about what makes Maine unique from its history, industries, and geographical features and animals.
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Maine State Museum
230 State StLearn about what makes Maine unique from its history, industries, and geographical features and animals.
Shopping
There are several Reny's Department Stores within a 30 mile radius. They sell a little bit of everything. "Reny's a Maine Adventure."
Reny's Department Store
185 Water StThere are several Reny's Department Stores within a 30 mile radius. They sell a little bit of everything. "Reny's a Maine Adventure."
As their sign says, they sell everything from wedding dresses to guns. They also sell souvenirs.
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Hussey's General Store
510 Ridge RdAs their sign says, they sell everything from wedding dresses to guns. They also sell souvenirs.
"You should have bought it when you saw it..." As their slogan suggests, their stock changes daily. Each of their locations may feature something different.
Marden's
458 Kennedy Memorial Dr"You should have bought it when you saw it..." As their slogan suggests, their stock changes daily. Each of their locations may feature something different.