Maine for the Holidays

Savvy shoppers know that the Pine Tree State is the place to find the best holiday gifts, whether it's that pine dollhouse that little Ashley's been longing for or the brass barometer that will remind grandpa of his days in the navy. And guess how Mr. Claus got so jolly? By sampling the food at Maine's exceptional restaurants and relaxing in the state's inns and bed-and-breakfasts. The editors of Down East borrowed a few pages from Santa's own shopping list and assembled a tour of the Maine coast, arranged from south to north, that's sure to put the twinkle in your eye this holiday season.

 




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Cabinet of Curiosities: The Museum, Science Collections, and You

10.13.2008 to 10.13.2008

This exhibit, curated by the museum’s co-chief scientists, Paula Work and David Work, shows the many facets of the museum’s science...

Frost Farm Gallery art exhibition

10.13.2008 to 10.13.2008

October 3 - October 25. Pastels and plein air landscapes of Maine and other works by Janet Gill. Opening reception from 5-8 pm on Friday, October 3...

Louise Nevelson

10.13.2008 to 10.13.2008

A collection spanning forty years of the Rockland artist and famed American sculptor. The collection shows the artist’s career in sculpture,...

Maine Wildlife Park

10.13.2008 to 10.13.2008

Guaranteed to see a Moose at Maine Wildlife Park in GrayAre you looking for Maine wildlife? The Maine Wildlife Park in Gray, owned and operated by...

Cabinet of Curiosities: The Museum, Science Collections, and You

10.14.2008 to 10.14.2008

This exhibit, curated by the museum’s co-chief scientists, Paula Work and David Work, shows the many facets of the museum’s science...

Frost Farm Gallery art exhibition

10.14.2008 to 10.14.2008

October 3 - October 25. Pastels and plein air landscapes of Maine and other works by Janet Gill. Opening reception from 5-8 pm on Friday, October 3...

Louise Nevelson

10.14.2008 to 10.14.2008

A collection spanning forty years of the Rockland artist and famed American sculptor. The collection shows the artist’s career in sculpture,...

Maine Wildlife Park

10.14.2008 to 10.14.2008

Guaranteed to see a Moose at Maine Wildlife Park in GrayAre you looking for Maine wildlife? The Maine Wildlife Park in Gray, owned and operated by...

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