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Visit the Museum

Visit

We are “open” every day during daylight hours, except during our events. That means that the grounds are available for walking, but there won’t be any demonstrations going on…that happens at our events!

Sawmill in Autumn

As a living history museum, the Maine Forest and Logging Museum interacts with our community through events, which we have several of each year. Between events, the grounds are open for walking, and exploring. The buildings will not be open, but there is still a lot to see…as long as you do it before the sun goes down, because there are no lights on the grounds.  Tuesdays are volunteer work days. Volunteers are on the grounds from around 9am to 1pm, and will answer questions and open buildings if asked.
 
Hike the grounds, bring a picnic lunch, and revel in the natural beauty of Maine. Choosing weather appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes will contribute to a great experience.

For Guests with Mobility Challenges

The Maine Forest and Logging Museum is largely an outdoor experience with much uneven terrain.  Few of our buildings are accessible for persons with disabilities.  Please call ahead if you are challenged so we can help you navigate the Museum.

Map

Click here for a map of the grounds.

Museum Rules

We want your Museum experience to be as safe and fun as possible.  Please follow these rules when you visit the Museum.  These apply to all Museum properties, including the Visitor’s Center and parking lot.

  •      Service animals only.  Otherwise: No Dogs Allowed.
  •     All photographers must contact office.  See our Photography policy.
  •      NO swimming in the stream.
  •      Do not attempt to open closed buildings.
  •      Do not climb on any walls, fences, trees, artifacts, wagons, boats, or water wheels.
  •      No horses, ATV’s, or snowmobiles.
  •      Only authorized vehicles may drive onto the grounds.
  •      Please do not pick any flora or fauna.
  •      Please do not take any rocks from the mill walls.
  •      No firearms.
  •      No unauthorized fires.
  •      No fishing in fishway.
  •      No alcohol.
  •      There is no boat launch at the Museum.

Directions

We are located off ME Route 178 in Bradley halfway between Milford and Brewer. The grounds are located at 262 Government Road.

From Bangor and Brewer, take ME Route 9 from Brewer 4 miles towards Eddington. Turn onto ME Route 178 and follow towards Milford for another 4.5 miles. A large sign will be on the left but the entrance and Government Road will be on the the right directly across from the sign.

From US Route 2 in Milford, follow ME Route 178 south 4.8 miles to Government Road on the left (directly across from the sign for Leonard;s Mills on the right).

Follow Government Road, bearing right at the fork in the road. Please park in the visitor parking lot.