Travel Reference
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War. Firearms, period uniforms, insignia, sabers, awards, etc. Library for
military publications on the second floor; by appointment.
626-4338.
Maine State Museum
, State House Complex, State Street. Multi-level
displays and exhibitions on Maine history and industry. Home to the
Lion
, the state's oldest steam locomotive. Battle flag of General Joshua
Chamberlain who lead the 20th Maine at Little Round Top in Gettysburg
is on display. Gift shop.
287-2301.
Maine State Police Museum
, 36 Hospital Street.
624-7000.
Old Fort Western
, 16 Cony Street. A National Historic Landmark.
Main house is the oldest surviving wooden fort building in New England
(1754). Museum offices in the adjacent City Hall.
626-2385.
Samantha Smith Statue
, in front of the Cultural Building, State
House Complex, State Street. Honors young girls from Maine who helped
create an atmosphere of peace with the Soviet Union.
State Capitol Building
(1829), State Street. Constructed of native
granite, the building's portico and front façade with its towering arcade is
an example of the work of noted American architect Charles Bullfinch.
Building underwent major renovation in Fall of 1998. Maine battle flags,
portraits of former Maine Governors. Maine Law Library, Legislative
Chambers, and Office of the Governor.
289-1615.
Bangor
Bangor Historical Society Museum
, including Thomas A. Hill House
(1834), 159 Union Street. Greek Revival home, designed by Richard
Upjohn.
942-5766.
Cole Land Transportation Museum
, 405 Perry Road. Private collec-
tion open to the public featuring cars, trucks, boats and an entire BL2
Bangor and Aroostook locomotive. Large collection of early snow removal
equipment. Other exhibits include fire truck, blacksmith shop. Thou-
sands of old photos on display.
990-3600.
Isaac Farrar Mansion
(1845), 17 Second Street. Greek Revival, Re-
gency and late Victorian with mahogany paneling and stained glass.
941-2808.
Bradley
Maine Forest and Logging Museum
, Leonard's Mills, Route 178. A
recreation of a 1790s logging and milling community. Special events, ex-
hibitions throughout the year.
581-2871.
