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AREA EVENTS

For your convenience, we offer helpful information and planning of regional activities. At Loon's Cry Campground you will be at the center of quaint historical villages, shipbuilding, museums, island ferries, the famous Penobscot Bay, the seashore and many other Maine attractions. While you're here, also check out the following:

Maine Tourism page

Owls Head Transportation Museum

Rockland-Thomaston Area Chamber of Commerce

Rockland-Thomaston Area Calendar

Midcoast Business Web Page

Midcoast Business Community Web Page

Boothbay Railway Village

Rockport-Camden-Lincolnville Area Chamber of Commerce

Maine Agricultural Fairs

Kelmscott Farm

AREA LIGHTHOUSES

Monhegan Island Light - built in 1824, is located in the center of Monhegan Island. This light stands 178 feet above the water, second only to Sequin Light.

Tenants Harbor Light, built in 1857, is located on Southern Island off Tenants Harbor. This lighthouse is now a private residence.

Rockland Breakwater Light, built in 1888 and rebuilt in 1902, is located a the end of the mile long breakwater protecting Rockland Harbor.

Pemaquid Point Light, originally built in 1827, guards the western entrance to Muscongus Bay.

TRIVIA

1. Which is the tallest lighthouse in Maine?
2. What lighthouse is the highest in Maine?
3. What is the name of the first lightship in Maine?
4. Where was the first bell used as a fog signal in Maine?
5. As of 1985, how many manned lights are left in Maine?
6. What does the 1-4-3 stand for?
7. As of 1985, how many manned lights are left in New England?
8. As of 1985, how many manned lights are left in the U.S.?
9. What made lighthouse lenses rotate before electricity?
10. Which museum has the most lighthouse lenses on display?

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Route One, Warren, Maine
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