Ellsworth, Maine, is a small city situated in Hancock County. Although the city is home to less than 10,000 people, it is a popular destination among tourists because of its well-preserved buildings and relaxing atmosphere. In its early days, Ellsworth was inhabited by Passamaquoddy and Penobscot Indians.

The French arrived in Ellsworth in the early 1600s, and the English sought to gain control of Ellsworth for years after that. Some of the main attractions in Ellsworth include the Ellsworth Public Library, the Birdsacre Homestead and Wildlife Sanctuary, the Telephone Museum, and the Grand Performing Arts Theatre.

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