Birch Point (Lucia) Beach, Owls Head
Real people... Real places... Real relaxation...
If you're looking for the authentic Maine experience, this is it. The Rockland-Thomaston area is the entry point to Penobscot Bay, perhaps the most scenic body of water on the eastern seaboard. Here you'll find scores of islands, a dozen historic lighthouses, and quiet little protected harbors filled with working lobster boats. Ospreys and bald eagles nest high in the spruces along the rugged shores, puffins make the islands their home, deer browse the open fields, moose forage the wetlands, and harbor seals make their annual pilgrimage to quiet coves.
While nature is at the core, hospitality is the rule of the day. Here you'll find access to island ferries, comfortable accommodations, outstanding restaurants and galleries, first-class museums, and the retail center for the Mid-Coast region of Maine.
This is the Lobster Capital of the World, home to the country's largest windjammer fleet, and the Gateway to Penobscot Bay. We invite you to come experience The Real Maine.
Rockland is home to some of the finest summer festivals in New England, including the North Atlantic Blues Festival, the Maine Lobster Festival and the Maine Boats, Homes and Harbors Show.
Upcoming Events...
 Big Band Dance Party with the Glenn Miller Orchestra
Saturday, May 17
Big Band Dance Party with the Glenn Miller Orchestra. Saturday, May 17, 7:00 p.m. Location: Owls Head Transportation Museum. Adults $32, $8 for youth ages 25 and under, General Admission. Last year's dance party was such a hit that we've decided to bring it back again! Everyone knows and loves the music of Glenn Miller, the seminal Big Band leader. We'll have food, a dance lesson and lots of energy on the dance floor among the cars and planes of the Owls Head Transportation Museum. General admission, dancing encouraged! 207-236-2823.
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 Maine Home & Lifestyle Expo
May 16-18
The Maine Home & Lifestyle Expo opens in grand style Friday evening May 16th with the Maine Wine & Cuisine Gala, sponsored by the Maine Winery Guild. This “lifestyle” event treats attendees to an opening reception, an exclusive preview of the Expo’s Designer Showcase, and a private viewing of artwork displayed by Art Coast Maine. For more information, call the Camden-Rockport-Lincolnville Chamber at 236-4404. May 16, Maine Home & Lifestyle Expo Opening Gala. May 17 & 18, Maine Home & Lifestyle Expo - Knox Mill Center.
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 Summer Solstice Celebration
Saturday, June 21
The official kick off to summer is coming to downtown Rockland on Saturday, June 21st with the Annual Summer Solstice Celebration. This family fun street festival will be held from 5-9pm on Main Street in Rockland. There will be events for all ages including face painting, arts and crafts, the famous Whoopie Pie eating contest and new this year - a rock climbing wall. Your favorite downtown restaurants and festival food vendors will be there. Also enjoy lots of great live music from five different bands. Bring the kids, grandma and grandpa for a truly family fun night on Main St. in Rockland. For more information, call the Chamber at 207-596-0376.
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