Historic Bath Maine Neighborhood Walking Tour
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A fun and memorable guided walking tour of the delightful Washington Street Federal Historic District neighborhood in the heart of charming Bath, Maine, a 19th century shipping and shipbuilding powerhouse. Learn about the private lives of the millionaire shipbuilders and sea captains who lived there, while admiring their stunning Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne and Colonial Revival mansions. Leave with insights about Maine and American history, museum quality photos to share, and tips on how to make the most of your visit, from shopping and dining in Bath, to exploring Maine's other coastal communities. This tour, led by a local educator, is sure to be a "hidden gem" highlight of your visit to Maine's coast.
Departure Point
- Meet at the gazebo in the park located here, at the Patten Free Library.
Return Details
- Meet at the gazebo in the park located here, at the Patten Free Library.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Patten Free Library
33 Summer Street, Bath, ME 04530
Significant Richardsonian Romanesque Revival library, built in the 1880s.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Winter Street Center
880 Washington St, Bath, Maine
Anchor to Washington Street Historic District, a gothic-style church, built in 1843 and considered to be the masterpiece of the architect, Anthony Coombs Raymond.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bath
Bath, ME 04530
For the rest of the walking tour will amble through the Washington Street Historic District, learning about an array of American architectural styles, and hearing stories about the shipbuilders and sea captains and their families who lived in the exquisite mansions that line street during Bath's 19th century shipbuilding heyday.
Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- About a 1.5 mile round trip walk, with a slight uphill.
- Tips for making the most out of the rest of your visit.
- Primary source photos and other documents for insight into changes to the buildings over time.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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