Arts & Culture Archives - The Maine Highlands

A Summer Escape in Maine’s Katahdin Region

“From early morning fly fishing to watching the sunset over the water, spotting a bear on the trail, and coming back each night to the comfort of the Big Moose Inn, this trip was unforgettable from start to finish.” — Dan Olson

A Guide to Downtown Bangor: Shopping, Art, and Dining

With a mix of unique shops, cultural attractions, and delicious eateries, Downtown Bangor is the perfect place to spend a day.

Lumbering in Maine

Logging in Maine began in the early 1600’s when English explores first cut trees on Monhegan Island.

An Inside Look Into the Thriving Arts & Culture of The Maine Highlands

The Maine Highlands is a place where you can climb mountains, trek deep into the wilderness, and paddle wild rivers and lakes. But it’s also a place where you can stroll through modern art museums, sip locally brewed beer, soak in the sounds of a symphony, and investigate Maine’s storied past.

Theaters

Looking for some live entertainment in The Maine Highlands? Our local theaters and concert venues are the centers for live performances in our region.

Professional Theater

Maine’s talented cadre of professional theater companies are scattered throughout the state.

Thomas Hill Standpipe

The Thomas Hill Standpipe is Bangor’s most visible national historic landmark, that is still in use today. It was built in 1897 to help provide sufficient water pressure to the city and to store water in case of a major fire.

Maine’s Literary Scene

In a state known for originality and inspiration, it’s no surprise that writers have long been inspired to create original works of world-class quality in Maine.

Entertainment

From an educational hike in our natural wilderness or an eventful evening spent gaming at Maine's only gaming facility, The Maine Highlands has so things to do, one can never be bored!