Bangor is a small city of 30,000 people in the Highlands region of Maine.
Incorporated as a town in 1791, it was sacked by the British during the War of 1812, was known for its strong anti-slavery stance in the Underground Railroad and US Civil War era and was heavily damaged by a 1911 fire. It is the closest town to Fort Knox State Historic Site, built from 1844-1869. As the first US landfall for arriving jetliners from Europe, its international airport is a welcome sight to pilots who want to throw drunkard passengers off inbound commercial flights. Its cultural facilities, including the University of Maine, rival much larger cities. As the home of author Stephen King, it appears often in fictional works, but travellers can be assured that as the city is relatively safe and peaceful they will not be eaten by mutant zombies.
- Penobscot Theatre Company, 131 Main St, +1 207 942-3333.
- Bangor Symphony Orchestra, +1 207 942-5555.
- Ten Bucks Theatre company, +1 207 884-1030. Seasonal live theater at Eddington-Clifton Civic Center (Comins Hall)) at 1387 Main Road, Eddington, (10 miles from Brewer on Rt. 9). Summer performances of Shakespeare outdoors in Indian Trail Park and at Fort Knox in Prospect. $10.
Penobscot Theatre Company, 131 Main St, +1 207 942-3333.
Bangor Symphony Orchestra, +1 207 942-5555.
Ten Bucks Theatre company, +1 207 884-1030. Seasonal live theater at Eddington-Clifton Civic Center (Comins Hall)) at 1387 Main Road, Eddington, (10 miles from Brewer on Rt. 9). Summer performances of Shakespeare outdoors in Indian Trail Park and at Fort Knox in Prospect. $10.
- Thomas Hill Standpipe, +1 207 947-4516. 110-ft (34 m) tall water tower that gives the Queen City its "crown," open seasonally for tours. From the observation deck you can see to Mt. Katahdin on a clear day; enjoy the famous Maine foliage in the autumn. This requires climbing 100 steps, and is not handicapped accessible.
- River City Cinema Society, Pickering Square. Free screenings of classic movies in summer, bring a lawn chair.
- Maine Discovery Museum, 74 Main St, +1 207 262-7200. Three-story Bangor Children's Museum, ideal for preschoolers but stimulating and entertaining for kids of all ages. $7.50.
- American Folk Festival. late August.
- Kenduskeag Stream Canoe Race. April
- Senior League World Series. Early August
- Cool Sounds Music Series, Pickering Square. mid-June to August.
- Bangor Band. Free Tuesday night concerts around Bangor through the summer, as well as other performances throughout the year.
American Folk Festival. late August.
Kenduskeag Stream Canoe Race. April
Senior League World Series. Early August
Cool Sounds Music Series, Pickering Square. mid-June to August.
Bangor Band. Free Tuesday night concerts around Bangor through the summer, as well as other performances throughout the year.
Thomas Hill Standpipe, +1 207 947-4516. 110-ft (34 m) tall water tower that gives the Queen City its "crown," open seasonally for tours. From the observation deck you can see to Mt. Katahdin on a clear day; enjoy the famous Maine foliage in the autumn. This requires climbing 100 steps, and is not handicapped accessible.
River City Cinema Society, Pickering Square. Free screenings of classic movies in summer, bring a lawn chair.
Maine Discovery Museum, 74 Main St, +1 207 262-7200. Three-story Bangor Children's Museum, ideal for preschoolers but stimulating and entertaining for kids of all ages. $7.50.
- Epic Sports, 6 Central St, +1 207 941-5670. 10-6 daily, 10-5 Sun. Family-owned adventure outfitter; apparel and gear for hikers, paddlers, runners, sport and outdoor activity.
- Mexicali Blues, 1 W Market Square, +1 207 990-4113. Hippie clothing, women's bohemian fashions, tie dye clothing, hand-crafted jewellery, cool toys and kitchen wares.
Epic Sports, 6 Central St, +1 207 941-5670. 10-6 daily, 10-5 Sun. Family-owned adventure outfitter; apparel and gear for hikers, paddlers, runners, sport and outdoor activity.
Mexicali Blues, 1 W Market Square, +1 207 990-4113. Hippie clothing, women's bohemian fashions, tie dye clothing, hand-crafted jewellery, cool toys and kitchen wares.
- Bagel Central, 33 Central St, +1 207 947-1654. Kosher restaurant, bagels, sandwiches, soups and baked goods. Bright dining area with tall ceilings and full length windows.
- Taste of India, 68 Main St, +1 207 945-6865. Indian food, lunch specials, buffet Wed.-Fri. Good Indian beer and (domestic?) wine selection, Beside Maine Discovery Museum. $7 (lunch special), $10-12 (evening).
- Dysart's Restaurant, 530 Coldbrook Road, Hermon, +1 207 942-4878. Open 24/7. Truck stop with repair garage, reasonably-priced family food, travel store, event facilities for 10-200+, deli and bakery, Greyhound bus stop.
Bagel Central, 33 Central St, +1 207 947-1654. Kosher restaurant, bagels, sandwiches, soups and baked goods. Bright dining area with tall ceilings and full length windows.
Taste of India, 68 Main St, +1 207 945-6865. Indian food, lunch specials, buffet Wed.-Fri. Good Indian beer and (domestic?) wine selection, Beside Maine Discovery Museum. $7 (lunch special), $10-12 (evening).
Dysart's Restaurant, 530 Coldbrook Road, Hermon, +1 207 942-4878. Open 24/7. Truck stop with repair garage, reasonably-priced family food, travel store, event facilities for 10-200+, deli and bakery, Greyhound bus stop.
- Sea Dog Brewing Co., 26 Front St, +1 207 947-8004.
Sea Dog Brewing Co., 26 Front St, +1 207 947-8004.
Radio stations serving the Bangor area include:
- News/Talk: WMEH 90.9 FM (NPR), WVOM 103.9 FM (conservative)
News/Talk: WMEH 90.9 FM (NPR), WVOM 103.9 FM (conservative)
Television stations serving Bangor include:
- WLBZ Channel 2: NBC.
- WABI Channel 5: CBS.
- WVII Channel 7: ABC.
- WMEB Channel 12: PBS.
WLBZ Channel 2: NBC.
WABI Channel 5: CBS.
WVII Channel 7: ABC.
WMEB Channel 12: PBS.