103. Willowbook Museum in Newfield ---About 45 minutes from Portland, this marvelous museum is actually a collection of buildings and artifacts from the nineteenth century that give the visitor an excellent sense of what life was like in a country Maine village. Begun in 1965 by Don King, the museum has grown over the years to house a remarkable amount and variety of interesting items. I have been visting at least once annually since the 1970's. My daughter grew up loving her visits when she would pretend to live in one of the homes. We usually have lunch at the barn and include a treat from the ice cream soda shoppe. You need to have time to stroll through all the buildings and to enjoy all the exhibits. They are open May through October 11 this year. Be sure to check out the schoolhouse and merry-go-round.
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