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City in Maine, United States
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Rockland is a city in Maine that has witnessed a resurgence. Once boarded up shops are now colorfully decorated and the Farnsworth Art Museum and Wyeth Center offer a diverse Maine artisan collection. Rockland plays host to many festivals, including the Maine Lobster Festival and the North Atlantic Blues Festival.
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Largest collection of lighthouse artifacts in the country. It has merged with the American Lighthouse Foundation. In the renovated Penobscot Bay Gateway Visitor's Center.
Owl's Head has a terrific collection of pioneer-era aircraft and automobiles including more than 100 historic aircraft, automobiles, bicycles, carriages and engines.
Walk the 7/8 mile long breakwater to the lighthouse.
One of the top rated restaurants in the state.
A well-prepared, affordable homestyle meal.
Famous hot dog stand operating since the early 1970s, featuring the excellent hot dogs (fried in peanut oil). They also operate another location in Belfast.
A wine bar with a varied (and often affordable) selection of wines, ports and beers, as well as expertly prepared appetizers and entrees.
Beers brewed by local Rocky Bay Brewery and good pub fare. Live music.
Nine-room B&B just off Main Street.
Twelve-room B&B within walking distance of Main Street. AAA 4 diamond rated.
Turreted Queen Anne house, eight-room B&B each with private luxury bath. Three-course breakfast served daily. Offers free wireless internet, has a 24-hour guest pantry stocked with refreshments, and snacks and a business center.
In nearby town of Thomaston.
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Besides walking or using a rental car, the best mode of transportation in town is a taxi.
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