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- GreenMountainGirlsMontpelier, VT206 contributionsA beautifully curated collection about important history. The docent hosting the displays was friendly, well-informed, and happy to answer questions. We saw a special art exhibition as well as some very well done historical materials. Bravo to the local society and volunteers.Written 11 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 02149erikabEverett, MA75 contributionsThe ships on campus are closed to the public due to COVID, but the landing in Castine is big enough for you to get a good view of the ship and the other MMA boats docked there for students to use.Written 27 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Judith FNew York City, NY24 contributionsBeautiful and small museum …interesting…historical wonderful collection of archeological finds….walking distance from town.
Situated on the PenobscotWritten 17 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - luluMiami, FL18 contributionsInteresting place I hadn’t seen before. The downtown is very small but cute cozy. Seemed very quite for 4th of July week. Weather was fine, but gray, which is my least favorite color of the sky, ever. Especially March thru July in Maine.
Village is a working waterfront which means at times it can smell fishy. I wouldn’t choose this location for a honeymoon, but probably a good place to visit if you want to learn about the area and the industry.
Interesting to people who like finding or learning about new experiences. Not your everyday vacation location. Good for contemplating, writing, and painting.Written 3 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - 02149erikabEverett, MA75 contributionsShort, scenic walk with two different paths out to an ocean overlook. Path is narrow and not too difficult, but there is some poison ivy off to the sides, so stay on the path.
Lighthouse is small and attractive, made of stone rather than brick.
Path is some cleared meadow with ferns, bracken, and scrubby sumac in fall color, plus evergreens.Written 27 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - KSilverSpringSilver Spring, MD47 contributionsBorrowed the Pentagoet Inn bikes, picked up lunches at Markels Bakery and had picnic lunches at Fort Madison twice during our stay in Castine. The park is small, one picnic table, two benches. But it has a spectacular view across the bay, access to the rocky beach, very defined fortification mounds, and is a pleasant bike ride or walk from town. A short walk to the very good Wilson Museum (be sure and go downstairs)Written 7 September 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- claringPortland, ME77 contributionsThereare afew signs here that give you the history of this spot.Many nations were involved,you will have to visit to get the scoop.The British navy chased an American naval force up the river from Castine where our ships were scuttled and burned find out all the details.Great spot for a picnic or just laying in the grass.The Fort is located on Battle Ave at the top of the hill above MMAWritten 27 April 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- doglover4Hampden, ME34 contributionsGallery B's multi-media works of beauty are thoughtfully displayed just up the block from the water. We were taken by the photographs, watercolors and sculpture.Written 9 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AugustMainer14 contributionsGregory Dunham has relocated his gallery to the Castine Road, Castine ME.
A new gallery, The Tarratine Gallery, on Main Street also shows Gregory's art.
His preferred medium is watercolor, and many of his watercolors are in the style of Andrew Wyeth. His artworks, which reflect a meditative quality, often include coastal images - images that cannot be walked away from, images with which the viewer wants to remain.Written 5 October 2012This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - NHjoSaco, ME8Â 436 contributionsVery pretty lighthhouse, but because the property is privately owned, it felt awkward and like you were trespassing.Written 28 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- NHjoSaco, ME8Â 436 contributionsI took photos of this golf course (but eliminated them shortly thereafter) to send to my son, the avid golfer. He said it looked 'parched' and 'brown', and he was right -- they must conserve water in Castine, which is understandable with the brutal hot summer we've had in Maine. The course itself is okay -- hilly, and not plush by any means.Written 28 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KSilverSpringSilver Spring, MD47 contributionsThis market has nice provisions, and very good package salads and sandwiches, fresh fruit, cheese, rotisserie chicken, pastries and decent wine. It closes at 5 PM, so head over early to pick up a picnic lunch or dinner.
The roast beef sandwich is particularly good, you won't want to share it with your companion.Written 19 July 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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