Take a deeper look at the True Crime craze that's swept the nation! We will be joined by native Mainer, Kristen Seavey, who writes and hosts New-England focused true crime podcast 'Murder She Told'. Kristen has been looking into a notable murder from Brunswick's past (hint: think 1951) and will be talking to us about her […]
Pejepscot History Center’s Hidden History Tour returns with a dozen new sites on Saturday, June 15, from 9AM-2PM. Not readily available to the public, these historical surprises in Brunswick, Harpswell, include civic experiences, residential architecture, famous names, and weird treasures. The tour is family-friendly and includes a family discount ticket. Most sites are kept secret […]
The History and Natural Environment of the Town Commons, led by Jym St. Pierre. If you’ve ever wanted to combine a gentle and peaceful walk in the woods with natural history and early development history lessons, this is your chance. Jym has spent his career working for environmental non-profits, is a local historian, and has […]
Simpson’s Animal Park, led by Cheryl St. Pierre and Michael St. Pierre Between 1958 and 1983, Brunswick’s Simpson’s Animal Park delighted people of all ages. Known far and wide, the park featured exotic wild animals, animal acts, world-renowned jugglers, a Frontier Town, miniature train rides, two ponds, and numerous picnic areas. While there are no longer […]
Park Row and the Mall, led by Don Westfall Learn about the history on Pejepscot History Center’s very own doorstep. With cows, swamps, and trolley lines, this beautiful tree-lined street wasn’t always so idyllic! As its impressive houses were erected, the street and eponymous park took on its characteristically distinguished personality. This tour explores the […]
Birds and Blueberries, led by Peggy Page and Gordon Smith) Once a US Navy antenna site, the Captain William A. Fitzgerald Recreation and Conservation Area is now a 66-acre park owned by the Town of Brunswick. It is managed as a critically imperiled Blueberry Sandplain Grassland and is known for its summer bounty of wild […]
Pennellville’s Shipbuilding Past, led by Nancy Pennell Learn the fascinating story of shipbuilding in Brunswick on this walk through the Pennellville Historic District on the southern end of town. Nancy Pennell, a family member and longtime former resident of the area, will be your expert guide. Several Pennell family homes are included on the tour. […]
“Light and Truth”: Heuston Cemetery, led by Barbara Desmarais This tour of Heuston Burying Ground begins with the stories of formerly enslaved Francis Heuston and his wife, freeborn Mainer Mahitable Griffin, then expands to family and friends also interred there. In 2013 the National Parks Service recognized this rural cemetery as a Network to Freedom […]
Mason to Water Street, led by Don Westfall Brunswick’s Mason and Water Streets seem like side stories to central arteries of downtown, but in fact they have an incredibly rich history, from indigenous use of the land and river to development of the town and growth of industry, to the economic and social lives of […]
Mere Point & the 100th Anniversary of the ‘Round the World Fliers, led by Eileen McGuckian and Philip Cantelon Since the Mere Point Colony was founded in 1878 by Lewiston mill owners, the peninsula at the top of Casco Bay has evolved into a summer haven and a historical part of Brunswick. It’s also the place […]
Elm Street in Topsham, led by Dana Cary On this tour of one of Topsham's oldest and most historical streets, you'll learn about grand historic homes, the Topsham Fairgrounds, Riverside Cemetery, and Tanyard Hill, among other landmarks. Elm Street is on the National Register of Historic Places and includes Federal and Greek Revival style buildings. […]
